| Name: Round and Around |
| Starts: Sun Dec 22, 2019 |
| Meetup: 5:50am Location in Planning Forum |
| Return: Sun Dec 22, 2019 |
| Registration opens: Fri Dec 20, 2019 |
| Event category: Backcountry Skiing |
| Difficulty grade: B2 [?] |
| For members only: Yes |
| Screening used: Yes |
| Max participants: 8 |
Organizer: Cliff Eschner  |
| Profile info: |
1. Can you drive? Are you prepared to use your chains?
2. Do you prefer to ride with someone? What city are you coming from?
3. Avi training? How practiced/capable are you at rescuing someone?
4. How many years downhill skiing? Level of ability? How many years backcountry skiing?
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Round and Around
Ski Tour Up and Over Round Mtn and Laps on Paul Ridge
Starting from Diamond Head trailhead. Short break at Red Heather Shelter (5km).
Some minor route finding for the Up and Over segment.
Summit of Round Mountain is 1646m.
Expect to be back after dark.
Gear required: 10 Essentials
https://www.mountaineers.org/learn/how-to/the-ten-essentials/
Digital transceiver, Probe and Shovel. Headlamp suitable for skiing.
Gear for Winter Backcountry travel. AT ski equipment.
We wear our ski helmets for the downhill.
Organizer will bring GPS; Personal Locator Beacon; First aid kit.
Access to Diamond Head Parking (Elev ~900m) is a narrow unpaved mountain road which can be rough, muddy, icy, or snow covered. Snow tires and carry chains required.
Recommended carpooling amount approx $25. Please bring funds and arrrange with driver.
Bring a treat such as chocolate or cheese to share :)
Organizer will use the Planning forum for additional information as required.
For last minute questions and updates contact me by phone.
