Beginner Snowshoe- Cross Country Ski @ Falls Creek

From September 30, 2018 7:45 am until September 30, 2018 6:00 pm
Posted by Jan Douglas
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This will be a day trip to Windy Corner at Falls Creek from where we can hire equipment if required and take a leisurely stroll around the numerous XC trails at Falls Creek. Suitable for beginners. Cross country skiers are most welcome.

Meet at Bunnings Wodonga carpark 7.45am

 

GRADE 2

No bushwalking experience required. The track has a hardened or compacted surface that may have a gentle hill section or sections and occasional steps.

 

What to Bring

Day Walking / XC Skiing / Snowshoeing in the Alps

    Activities in the Alps require additional safety equipment due to the fact that weather can change really quickly from benign to dangerous
  • Current Medical Information Form found on the website here
  • Water - 2 litres recommended - exercise in the Alps uses prodigious amounts of fluid
  • Sunscreen
  • Gloves and hat
  • Sufficient food bearing in mind the distance and duration of the event (snacks for morning and afternoon tea and lunch)
  • Suitable clothing and footwear - note denim pants are uncomfortable
  • Wet weather waterproofs, jacket and pants
  • Thermal top and bottoms
  • Walking poles
  • Gaiters
  • Basic first aid kit including your specific medication eg asthma applicator
  • Torch or headlamp for contingencies
  • Whistle
  • Toilet paper, trowel and sanitiser
  • A set of dry clothing in a separate bag to be left in the car to change into if you get wet
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