Winter Adventure: Black Rapids Glacier
Explore Black Rapids Glacier with ODR and Steven Miley!
Note: This event has already passed.
Mar 5 2022
Mar 5 2022
This wild winter hike is for adventurers only! Black Rapids Glacier is always full of insane sights, so don't forget the camera.
Upcoming Trip *Weather Permitting
- March 5 - Register by March 2
Winter Adventure Additional Details
- Meeting point: Fort Greely Visitor Center Parking Lot
- Meeting time: 9:30 a.m.
- Number of participants: Limited to a minimum of five (5) and a maximum of ten (10) registered participants.
- Recommended for: Expert Hikers Ages 18 and up
- Participants must drive their own vehicles from the meeting point to and from the site.
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About Black Rapids Glacier
Cross the frozen Delta River and hike 5 miles along a frozen creek and across a frozen lake to Black Rapids Glacier's terminus. We are likely to encounter a little slush along the way, so bring waterproof winter hiking boots and extra socks.
- Route Length (Expert): 10-12 miles round-trip
- Elevation gain: 200 feet
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Difficulty: Moderate-Difficult
Cost
$35 per person
Registration Information
Sign Up Today!
Registration is accepted over the phone. Please call Outdoor Recreation at +1 (907)873-4058 or +1 (907)873-3292. Payment is due at the time of registration.
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Recommended Winter Day Hiking Gear List
- Snowshoes will be provided by ODR
- Clothing and Footwear
- Appropriate footwear (for most people this means waterproof boots)
- Non-cotton insulating layers (think wool, fleece, down, and synthetics like capilene)
- Weatherproof outer layer
- Hat, gloves, and face protection (appropriate for your activity level)
- Extra socks
- Food and Drink
- Snacks (or meals, depending on hike length)
- Water (consider an insulated hydration reservoir and sleeve, or a thermos, if temperatures are below freezing)
- Comfort and Survival
- Sunglasses if you’ll be around snow or ice
- Headlamp and extra batteries
- Navigation aid (guidebook, map/compass, GPS)
- Backpack (usually ~25 liters gives you plenty of space for everything, including clothing layers)
- Don’t forget your emergency kit!
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