Snowshoe@ Falls Creek - Grade 3 Approx 10km
Meet at Bunnings Wodonga carpark 7.30am
Join me for a stroll around the XC area of Falls Creek. I plan to have lunch somewhere out on the trail so pack something to eat, a warm drink and something to sit on.
Aproximately 10kms. Suitable for first time snowshoers.
Experienced XC Skiers welcome.
Participants will share the cost of transport and resort entry. The club has 3 sets of snowshoes if further equipment is needed we will share the cost of this also.
Please check what to bring on the day. If you have any questions please don't hesitate to contact me.
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