Winter Hiking Preparedness and Avalanche Awareness Clinic

Winter Hiking Preparedness and Avalanche Awareness Clinic

When

January 24, 2025    
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Where

Lyons Regional Library District
451 4th Avenue, Lyons, CO 80540, Lyons, CO, 80540

Event Type

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Learn how to stay safe and prepared for winter hikes, including essential avalanche awareness tips at our clinic!

Join us for an evening of learning and fun as we discuss important tips and tricks for staying safe while hiking in the winter. This program is open to everyone and is recommended for ages 12 and up.

Date: Friday, January 24, 2025

Time: 6:30pm- 7:30pm

Location: Lyons Library

This clinic will cover:

What to Pack for a Winter Activity​

  • Layers, First Aid, Sun & Wind Protection​
  • Cold Related Injuries and Illness​

Winter Traction​

  • Snowshoes, Micro Spikes, Crampons​

What is Avalanche Terrain?​

  • CAIC Website​
  • RMNP Conditions Website​

Introduction to Mapping Tools​

  • Slope Angle Overlays

Please bring a laptop or smartphone with you that can access digital mapping apps or websites. WiFi will be available at the Library.

Questions? Email education@RMConservancy.org or call 970-586-3262.

Don’t miss out on this valuable opportunity to enhance your winter hiking skills and stay safe in the mountains. See you there!

And a special thank you to the Lyons Library for co-hosting this event!