Field trip: Introduction to Backcountry Ski/Snowboard Mini-series
Trip 3 - Pinnacle Peak & The Castle
We will ski the north and south slopes between Foss Peak and Castle Peak.
- Sat, Apr 16, 2022
- Olympia Backcountry Ski Committee
- Backcountry Skiing
- Adults
- Moderate, M1 Intremediate Ski
- Moderate
- Mileage: 6.0 mi
- Elevation Gain: 1,400 ft
- 2 (8 capacity)
- FULL (4 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
TBD
***Leader permission required, priority given to Olympia Branch skiers until January 10th***
We will answer questions on equipment use. Practice efficient transition from uphill travel to skiing down. Practice with our avalanche transceivers.
Watch this 7 minute AIARE video on Avalanche Rescue within 1 week of our trip: How To Practice Avalanche Rescue - YouTube
Pinnacle Peak & The Castle
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USGS Mt Rainier East
Green Trails Mt Rainier East No. 270
Green Trails Mount Rainier Wonderland No. 269SX - See full route/place details.
Required Equipment
The Ten Essentials.
Backcountry skis and bindings or split snowboard. The binding system must allow the heel to be unlocked and the toe to pivot for uphill climbing with skins. No cross-country skis.
Avalanche transceiver that displays distance and direction, shovel and probe.