Camping in the winter without the crowds can be a magical quiet experience. The crisp clean air low humidity and breathtaking vistas make winter backpacking a must for any backcountry traveler. In this intensive cold-weather-focused course you'll learn how to adapt your existing backpacking skills to the winter environment stay warm and have fun. We will teach you the best ways to handle the cold to thoroughly enjoy the beauty that winter backpacking has to offer. Price includes all meals tents sleeping bags sleeping pads stoves/cooksets park entry fees Note: this class requires previous spring/summer/fall backpacking experience.