Mt. Judah Loop Snowshoe Hike

• Route: Out/back loop is 5.6 miles with 1,228 ft of elevation gain. Link for more info.
  

• Where to meet: December 15th, 8:00 am. We will meet at old Donner Pass parking area next to the old ski school. It’s immediately at the top of the summit on the road, or right before the descent into the Donner Lake area depending on your direction. From Sacramento - Take HWY 80 east to the Donner Pass Road exit 174. Follow Donner Pass road for roughly 3.8 miles - the old ski school will be on the right. From Reno: Take HWY 80 west to Donner Pass Rd exit 184. Turn left onto Donner Pass Rd and the ski school will be on the left in roughly 6.9 miles. More details about parking will follow a week before the trip.
• Event Leader: Sean Martin sw_martin@live.com | (530) 306-7449

• Minimum / Maximum: 2/8

• CLIMBING SKILLS REQUIREMENTS: In order to be best prepared to climb safely and effectively, participants should be able to hike for multiple hours, bring winter layers to regulate body temperature, and bring adequate food and water for 6 to 7 hours of hiking.
  

• Medical: If you have any medical conditions pertinent to your participation on this event, please inform the event leaders after registration.

ITINERARY

We will meet at the Donner Summit Trailhead and do quick introductions. From there we will quickly start ascending some switchbacks before leveling off and we will take breaks to shed layers, hydrate, and snack as necessary. Depending on our speed, we will eat our pack lunches at the summit if the weather is nice, in a wind protected area, or back at the cars.

WHAT TO BRING

Members receive a continuous discount at Bobcat's Outdoor Adventure Sports. Brands include ArcTeryx, Black Diamond, Petzl, Mountain Hardwear, La Sportiva, Scarpa, Outdoor Research, MSR, Beal, Garmin and more.

CLOTHING

• Wicking, breathable base layer, top and bottom

• Insulating, weather-resistant mid layer, top and bottom

• Wind and waterproof shell layer, top and bottom

• Insulating fill or down belay jacket, w/hood

• Socks

• Gloves and/or mittens

• Gaiters

• Sunglasses

• Warm hat and/or balaclava

• Sun hat or covering

EQUIPMENT

• Backpack

• Snowshoes*

• Waterproof hiking boots (be sure these are already broken in)

• High energy food, snacks and drinks

• Freeze-proof water bottles or container system

• Strong headlamp with fresh batteries

• Map and compass

• Sunscreen

• Small personal first aid kit

• Optional items for consideration: altimeter, trekking poles, camera, small knife or multi-tool, bandana

*If you are without some of this important safety gear, it may be available for loan upon prior request, first-come, first serve (full members only).