Swede Shelter Loop – Sunday March 16, 2025
CANCELLED: The impended snowstorm is going to wreak havoc on driving up Century Drive.
Subject line: CONC SKI: Ski from Swampy snow park to Swede
shelter via the Swede Ridge Loop trail.
Trail Highlights: This is a longer (7-8 mile) tour on an
intermediate/advanced level ungroomed trail through mostly wooded
terrain. There are several off-camber sections along the back side of the
Swede ridge loop. We’ll be doing the loop counter clockwise which
means some sustained downhill sections once passed the shelter. We
will stop for lunch/snack at the Swede shelter. We may get to enjoy
breaking trail through untracked snow. Our route may change based on
the snow conditions.
Level of Difficulty and Distance/Time expected: Intermediate to
advanced level tour due to the likely variable conditions and length of
tour. It is about 35 minutes to drive to the trailhead. The ski should take
about 4-5 hours.
When: Sunday, March 16, 2025
Where: We’ll carpool from The Grove to Swampy snow park and begin
the tour from there.
Meeting place/time: We will meet at The Grove (meet inside near
Thump Coffee) at 9:00 a.m. on Sunday 3/16/25 and leave promptly at
9:30 a.m. Please arrive no later than 9:10 to sign waivers, organize
carpools, and socialize.
What to bring:
● Ten Essentials. Including tools & straps for ski/boot repairs.
● Proper winter clothing for insulation and protection from wind and
rain. Dress in layers. No cotton!
● Water, snack/lunch. Snacks and lunch are often eaten outside.
Bring food that can be easily eaten quickly in case it is cold.
● Dogs are not allowed.
Ski Equipment: Cross country nordic skis and poles suitable for off
track skiing. We might have the opportunity to break trail through fresh
snow. Skis should have a no-wax pattern for grip and metal edges for
control on ice or hard pack conditions. Wider skis will provide better
stability in more difficult conditions. Boots should be over the ankle for
support and control, and must be compatible with the bindings on the
skis. Poles should have large baskets so they don't sink in soft snow.
Skis, boots, and poles designed exclusively for skiing on machine
groomed tracks are not allowed on this tour.
Number of skiers: 8 skiers
Reservation Contact: John Harvey
