Trip 201

Field trip: Intermediate Snowshoe Leader - Mentorship Program

Trip 201 - Norse Peak

This trip is better suited for those with experience traveling in and out of avalanche terrain and who have AIARE-1 certification. Plan A: Challenging or Complex Terrain / Plan B: Simple Terrain. Actual route and destination is TBD.

  • Strenuous 3, Technical 2, Snow Scramble, Winter Scramble
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 8.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 2,900 ft

We will practice our decisions primarily based on observations, snow conditions in relation to the forecast, and terrain available to navigate from point A to B and if needed adjust our plans.

6am at Park and Ride south of Seattle

Route/Place

Norse Peak



  • USGS Norse Peak

    Green Trails Bumping Lake No. 271

    Green Trails Mount Rainier Wonderland No. 269SX
  • See full route/place details.
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Required Equipment

Required Equipment

  • Typical Winter Day Pack with essentials
  • Beacon, Shovel, and Probe
  • Ice Axe, plus Helmet
  • Snowshoes and Poles
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