Trip Rating: All Abilities Ski
Basecamp: Winthrop, WA
Methow Valley is an outstanding unique area, ideally suited for both classic track skiing and skate skiing. The Methow Trails Association grooms over 200 kilometers of trail through the communities of Winthrop and Mazama. Trail elevations range from 2000 to 4000 feet. The snow conditions and trail quality make the Methow Valley a skate skiers Mecca. It is the largest cross-country ski trail system in North America.
We’ll stay in two houses near downtown in Winthrop, Casa Bogart and Bella Rio. Plan for potluck dinners that we prepare in the fully equipped kitchens. Restaurants are always an option and are within skiing or walking distance along with grocery and convenience stores.
If you have considered learning to skate ski, lessons are available at Sun Mountain and in Mazama. In the past, several participants liked their newfound skill so much they decided to keep the rented skate skis for the entire trip. Speaking of skating, there is even an ice-skating rink close to the houses.
If online sign up (in October 2021) shows the trip as full, please join the waitlist. There are almost always cancellations so chances are very good you will be able to get on the trip.
Trip limit: 10 participants, including the leader
Cost: $345 per person, includes five nights lodging ($60-80 groomed trail pass not included, nor are travel costs or meals).
Travel miles: 800 miles roundtrip from Portland plus excursions to trailheads.
Trip Leader: Ted Scheinman, tedskier@gmail.com
BOOKINGS
Bookings are closed for this event at this time. Contact the trip leader for any questions.