  Introduction
to Snow Camping
Lassen Volcanic
National Park
Trip Details
Course Description: You
will come away from this three day adventure knowing the
basics of snowshoeing, snow shelters, avalanche awareness,
diet, winter equipment, and more. You will find snow camping
is a great way to find solitude and see some very beautiful
places. Breakfasts, dinners, and group camping equipment
are included. Beginner to advanced backpackers ready for
learning and adventure welcome.
What
to Bring:
View the list of essential and optional items. Be sure to
bring money for the entrance fee into Lassen Volcanic National
Park.
Level: This
course is intended for people with beginning to intermediate
snow camping skills. Previous camping experience is helpful,
but not essential.
Time: 10:00
AM on Day 1, to approximately 4:30 PM on Day 2
Outback Adventures Provides:
- Meals, including breakfasts and dinners
- Tents
- Stoves
- Cooking Equipment
- Experienced, friendly guides
Directions from San
Jose: From the South Bay Area take 280 south which
turns into 680 north. This eventually will allow you to take
80 north. Just past Vacaville, take 505 north, which merges
with I-5 North. Continue on I-5 until you reach the town
of Red Bluff. Take Highway 36 east to the town of Mineral.
The ranger station will be on the left just past Mineral.
Leave five hours for the drive from San Jose.
Meeting Place: Outside
Ranger Station in Mineral
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