Allentown Hiking Club
1-31-26 to 2-1-26 9:00 am | Hike
Cold-Weather Backpacking Shakedown WeekendDate: 9:00am Saturday, January 31 - 10:00am Sunday, February 1
Description: The Blue Mountain Eagle Climbing Club’s Lundgren Cabin has been reserved for a Saturday–Sunday Cold-Weather Backpacking Shakedown Weekend, designed especially for backpackers who want hands-on experience and confidence building, without committing to a full winter backcountry trip.
WEEKEND OVERVIEW
Arrival: Saturday, January 31 by 9:00 AM
Activities: Camp setup, instruction sessions, short hikes, and skills practice
Overnight: Camping in the nearby campsite area (cabin available for emergencies)
Departure: Sunday morning
SAFETY FIRST
Brad Frable (WFA, CPR, and cold-weather certified) will be on site for the entire weekend. He will help with instruction, camp setup, and ensure the cabin remains warm and available in case of an emergency.
Brad Frable (WFA, CPR, and cold-weather certified) will be on site for the entire weekend. He will help with instruction, camp setup, and ensure the cabin remains warm and available in case of an emergency.
Possible Skill Sessions (final schedule based on instructors & weather):
- Cold-weather gear shakedown & layering systems
- Snowshoeing and micro spikes/crampons (weather dependent – led by Dave Bailey)
- Water source management in freezing conditions
- Winter hiking (including a hike toward Applebee Campground)
- Map & compass navigation skills
- Additional topics based on group interest