Cold Weather Skills x Tahoe Hut Women’s Weekend
$395
In partnership with Tough Cutie, Rab & the Alpinistas store.
Trip Summary
Experience Tahoe during the beginning of winter with our all-women hiking and skills workshop brought to you in partnership with Tough Cutie and Rab!
Enjoy two full days and one night in Tahoe National Forest, staying at the Sierra Club’s rustic Peter Grubb Hut. Enjoy guided hikes and educational sessions to pump you up for cool weather outdoor fun. You’ll be armed with tips to be a confident hiker when the temps dip.
Once the sun sets, we’ll relax in the hut around the fire with hot chocolate, treats and good company. Join a group of other outdoorsy women to learn the skills to make cold weather hiking & travel enjoyable. Push your hiking skills further and make new trail friends all while spending the weekend in beautiful Tahoe!
THAT’S NOT ALL!
All attendees will receive a complimentary pair of Tough Cutie women’s hiking socks. One of our favorite new female-led women’s hiking sock brands! Plus, all attendees will be entered into a raffle with the option to win a Rab Microlight Alpine Down Jacket and other goodies from Alpinistas store! (Over a $400 value!)
2023 Dates
November 11 - 12, 2023 - $395
Highlights
1 nights camping in Peter Grubb Hut
Guided hikes
Packed skills sessions while at camp and on the trail
Pre-event online course material too!
Gear giveaway!
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Cold Weather Skills Workshop x Tahoe Peter Grubb Hut
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Saturday
You’ll meet your guides at the parking lot and do some welcome introductions and gear check.
We’ll head out on the trail. Get your camera ready! You’re sure to get some spectacular Tahoe shots.
As we make our way towards the hut, we’ll have a break and have one of our first skills sessions in the field.
Upon arriving to the Peter Grubb Hut, we’ll cover cold weather gear as we get our beds for the night set up. This interactive demo will have your guide demonstrating best gear for cold weather.
We’ll break for the afternoon to enjoy the beautiful views before getting together for another skill session.
In the evening, your guide will prepare dinner covering cold weather cooking. Enjoy a relaxing evening by the stove cocoa drinking, and chatting with your new friends!
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Sunday
We’ll have a relaxing morning with coffee and a hot breakfast prepared by your guide.
The next session will cover motivation, mindset and navigating risks. This interactive clinic will have you evaluating what you learned and practicing your new skills.
Mid-morning we’ll all pack up our gear and start our trek out. If conditions are good, we’ll head up a nearby Tahoe peak on our way back to the trailhead.
Once we get back to our cars, we’ll cover some final thoughts and have our “see you laters,” !
Inclusions:
Stay at the Sierra Club’s Peter Grubb Hut Saturday night.
Hot drinks, snacks, dinner and breakfast.
Four separate skill sessions covering gear, hydration, nutrition, preparedness, empowerment and other crucial need to know information to be safe and confident hiking and camping in cool to cold weather.
Guided hikes with potential to include to Castle or Andesite Peaks.
Two Alpinistas female guides with you for the entire weekend.
Cold weather skills information packet.
Priority access to the Alpinistas private online community.
Snowshoe rental if conditions warrant them.
Discounts on gear through the Alpinistas store.
All attendees get a free pair of Tough Cutie socks and an entry into a raffle to win a Rab Microlight Alpine down jacket & other Alpinistas goodies!
Does not Include:
SNO-PARK parking fee.
Sleeping and hiking gear.
Clothing and personal equipment.
Lunches and snacks.
Let’s do this!
Book Your Cold Weather Skills Weekend Now!
November 11-12, 2023
$395
Gear List
Layering is the key to staying comfortable while being active outdoors. The secret to achieving maximum comfort with minimum weight is to bring versatile layers that can be mixed and matched to create the right amount of insulation, ventilation, and weather protection.
When packing, try to bring only what you need.
If you've already booked your trip, don't worry! You’ll be getting emails with a detailed list of what you'll need to bring (plus tons of other helpful information).
Are you looking to reduce your carbon footprint or save some money? Check out our rental page for great gear to borrow for your trip or shop at Alpinistas Re-Cover department for gently used gear online.
Get ready to conquer the outdoors, Alpinistas! We can't wait to see you on the trail.
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Warm beverages, dinner, breakfast
Stove for boiling water
Group First Aid Kit
Guided curriculum
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Lunch, snacks
Base Layer Tops and Bottoms (Lightweight, Synthetic or Wool)
Fleece/Wool Gloves
Fleece/Wool Hat
Headlamp with Fresh Batteries
Hiking Boots
Hiking Socks (Synthetic or Wool)
Insulated Jacket and/or Vest
Long Sleeve Shirts (Synthetic, Lightweight)
Personal Bathroom Kit: Toilet Paper, Ziplock Bags, Personal Wipes, Hand Cleaner
Prescription Medications
Sleeping Bag (15°-29°, Lightweight, Compressible)
Spork, Bowl and Mug
Sunblock and Lip Balm
Water Bottles (Three 1-Liter) or Hydration System Plus One 1-Liter Water Bottle
Day Pack for hiking
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Bandana or Buff for Sun Protection
Hand Sanitizer
Sun Hat, Sunglasses
Camp shoes
Trekking Poles
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Camera and Accessories
Ear Plugs
Energy Snacks and Drink Mixes
Sleeping Bag Liner
Have questions about the gear list?
Give us a call at 775-230-7125 or send us a chat or email.
Helpful for booking
What to expect after you book your reservation
After you book your reservation, you will receive a confirmation email with some action items. Over the following weeks as you start to get closer to your event date, you will receive additional emails confirming itinerary details, pre-course material and other important or helpful supplemental information such as start time and driving directions. The week of the event, you should be ready to go and you will receive a final email introducing your guides, providing you with their contact information and other last minute notes.
Your event does require a certain minimum number of participants to run. Don’t worry though, our group size is naturally quite small to keep it special and relaxing experience so the minimum booking requirement is also lower than other guide services.
What are the accommodations like?
This primitive hut has a main room with a wood-burning stove, tables, and a kitchen area. An upstairs sleeping loft accommodates 15. Side rooms hold firewood and maintenance supplies. A two-story outhouse is 75′ WNW of the hut. This hut does not have electricity, however, is warmed by a wood-burning stove. The upper loft where sleeping will naturally capture the heat from the stove and be comfortable.
What is the closest airport?
The closest airport to Tahoe is Reno, NV (RNO) or Sacramento, CA.
Booking airfare?
If you are flying in for this trip, please contact us before booking airfare to make sure that your trip is confirmed. We require a minimum number of participants to operate.
General weather expectations
Sierra daytime temperatures at this time of year can range between 45 to 55 degrees F, with overnight lows dropping to the 20s - 30s. This course is all about getting you prepared and comfortable for variable weather.
Travel Insurance
We highly recommend travel insurance to protect your trip in the event unforeseeable circumstances or illness comes up that interferes with your ability to join the trip.
“Dear women adventurers of all skill levels, you need to take a trip with Alpinistas! I just returned from the Cold Weather Skills workshop in Yosemite and I've learned more in three days than I have in all my years of hiking and camping. It's so rare to find guiding experiences that are fun, connect you with likeminded folks, AND equip you with a ton of new skills.”
— Ashley
“I had the absolute best experience on a rock climbing trip with Joanne’s Team! Every part of the weekend was fantastic - the camping experience was wonderful, the guides were knowledgeable and kept everyone safe, and the climbing was so much fun! I'm looking forward to future trips with Alpinistas, and love the work they are doing in making outdoor education more accessible to women!”
- Rebecca
What People Are Saying about Alpinistas Adventures
“The women I met that weekend were so amazing for their love of the outdoors, their curiosity, and their tenacious spirits. I learned so much from our skilled guides who made us feel safe to ask any and all questions regardless of how silly they might be. Thank you Alpinistas for a truly amazing weekend! I can’t wait for the next adventure 🏕️”
— Katarina
“I joined a Cold Weather course and winter camping weekend with them in Yosemite and absolutely love it! The guides are passionate about what they are teaching us, they are so supportive, and the event was organized so well.”
- Ashley-Marie