Program InformationDeadline for registration for is January 15 , 2012. Register soon - space is limited! Please visit the Student Center for an application package, gear lists, student handbook, and other information. Program OptionsWe will be offering four sections in 2012. Weekend Day Hikes: This section begins section begins with registration and gear check-in between 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM on Friday, January 27th and ends at noon on Monday, January 30th. It features workshops and instruction Friday and Saturday, and a shorter shake-down hike on Saturday, and a full-day 4,000'+ hike on Sunday.
Cost: $340
Weekend Backpacking: This section also begins with registration and gear check-in between 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM on Friday morning, January 27th and ends at noon on Monday, January 30th. It features workshops and instruction on Friday, followed by a Saturday to Monday backpack into remote area with an attempted 4,000'+ climb on Sunday.
Cost: $340
Week Long Combination Day Hikes/Backpacking: This section includes all the activities of the weekend day hike section, followed by a backpack from Monday to Thursday into a remote area for additional 4000’+ ascents and instruction. This Section is a great value, giving participants a chance to learn a variety of skills from all of our instructors during the weekend, followed by a fantastic backpack trip into the High Peaks. The weeklong combination program begins with registration and gear check between 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM on Friday, January 27th and ends around Noon on Thursday, February 2nd.
Cost: $395
Advanced Backpacking: Offering up to five nights in the field and featuring advanced topics and ambitious trip plans, this section requires successful completion of either the Weekend Backpacking Section or the Week-long Combo Section and instructor recommendation. It is intended as a chance for participants to plan and execute their own mini-expedition. This Section also represents a great opportunity to learn and practice advanced winter backcountry skills from experienced instructors, and to participate in all aspects of backcountry trip planning. Please contact us at techinfo@winterschool.org for more information and to obtain instructor approval prior to submission of an application. Registration and gear check date/time will be announced. The section will end around Noon on Thursday, February 2nd. Cost: $405 NOTE - THE ADVANCED BACKPACKING GROUP HAS BEEN FILLED FOR 2012!! Program fees include all meals while at basecamp. Participants are responsible for their own food during backpacking trips and trail food during dayhikes. Program fees also include bunkroom lodging with shared bathrooms. Payment can be by check or credit card – download the application package for more information. Note that ADK membership is required to participate in the program – you can join when registering if you are not yet a member. Basecamp InformationBasecamp will be located at the Adirondack Mountain Club's Adirondak Loj near Lake Placid, NY, in the heart of the Adirondack High Peaks area. The Loj is about a two and a half hour drive from Albany. It provides a warm and comfortable place to gather each evening for workshops, adjust and repair equipment, dry any wet clothing and enjoy hearty meals. Staff will be sharing these accommodations and will always be available to interact with students and answer questions. General InformationOur experienced, all volunteer staff will help you learn new or practice existing skills in small groups with a low student-instructor ratio. The lengths of our programs allow you ample time to hone your skills in a fun and supportive team environment. Students in all sections other than the Advanced Backpacking group should plan on arriving Friday between 1PM and 4PM. The Advanced section will likely arrive Saturday. More details will be provided to registrants before the program starts. For those planning on arriving Thursday evening, lodging may be found by visiting the Lake Placid/Essex County Convention and Visitors Bureau or Adirondacs.com. The first part of every program entails a team of instructors checking and evaluating each student’s gear. Be sure to read our Student Handbook to ensure that you arrive properly equipped! If in the judgment of our instructors your gear is not adequate for the section you have registered for, you may not be able to participate. Your safety, and the safety of the group, takes precedence over all other considerations. The following areas are typically covered in our programs. Although we try to cover all topics every year, it is not always possible – much depends on the snow conditions at the time of the program and the interests of our students:
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