Onyx Summit

This is a 5-mile round trip to Onyx Peak backpacking. We will ski/shoe several miles along the road to flat area and will camp at a likely spot--we don’t need a stream since we can melt snow for water. It is a fairly gentle climb and all downhill coming back. There are some gentle slopes to practice skiing and falling down. We can tow sleds. Activities at the meadow may include building an igloo or snow shelter and snowball fight. Time February/March Activities

Snow Campout

Weather

Location

Onyx Summit, San Bernardino National Park

Map:

Cost

$20 ($ for lunch on the road Sunday) Cross-Country Ski or Snow Shoe rentals

Clothing

Be ready for cold weather and snow. Layered clothing. As you ski you will warm up so you need to be able to take off your outer layer. You need a hat and mittens (bring extra mittens and socks since you will get one pair wet). You may need sunglasses if it is sunny--no goggles. For layered clothing, please refer to the Snowboarding Clothing Guide.

Equipment:

We will distribute ground tarps, hiking gears, and food at Mr. A's house Thursday night.

- General hiking gears information: Backpacking Equipment List

- Personal

  • You will carry regular backpack equipment (backpack, sleeping bag, sleeping pad, hiking boots). Pack light, no more than 25 pounds, as it is only overnight, but bring warm clothing. Bring your warmest sleeping bag and sleeping pad--troop supplies ground tarp and tent. You can rent snowshoes, boots,skis and poles from REI if needed.

  • 10 essentials

    • Pocket knife

    • First aid kit

    • Extra clothing

    • Rain gear

    • Water bottle

    • Flashlight or headlamp

    • Trail food

    • Matches or fire starter

    • Sun protection

    • Map and compass

  • Windbreaker or jacket — can be cold and windy on the peak and overnight campsite.

    • Cup and lightweight spork (or spoon and fork)

    • Toilet paper (distribute within buddy system)

    • Snow shovels (if you have it)

    • Sled or equivalent (if you have it)

    • Plastic containers for making igloo blocks (if you have it)

- Troop

    • Food will be distributed for meals.

    • Water bags and trash bags

    • Lightweight stoves and fuels

    • Water filters

    • Walkie-talkie

Forms

Permission/Medical Release forms are required from every Scout.

Permit

Adventure Pass is required for parking.

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