NUMC Beginner Backcountry Ski Trip 2021

It's snowing!

Let's do a beginner friendly ski trip out in the backcountry. The plan is to drive down as early in the morning as possible on the 9th of July, hire some gear in Cooma, head up for our first turns (ski) and then camp in Jindabyne. The next morning we'll then head up into the snow, and work out how to use backcountry skis. There will be lots of falling over, don't worry, even if you've never skied before. Even if you have, uphill skis with a pack on are going to make you fall over. We will aim to make it to White's River Hut and set up camp. We can hang out and cook inside, there's a nice fireplace and some tables there. We will be sleeping in tents. The next day we will have a cruise around the area and play on the slopes. On the 12th we will have plenty of time to head back down the hill, shower and camp in Jindabyne, before driving back to Newcastle the next morning. The ticket price should cover fuel for everyone, hire of skis, boots, and poles, National Park fees, lightweight dinner and breakfast for the 2 nights we'll be in the backcountry. Think of it more of a deposit - there is definitely going to be extra costs! Travel and food in town, any additional clothing hire, incidentals ... Please budget another 100 or so to avoid any problems. I'll be having a meetup at the gearstore sometime beforehand to go over maps and gear and answer any questions. 

Send me an email at david.schmidt@uon.edu.au if you have any questions.