Metro Parks Tacoma is offering a series of trips for people looking for a winter adventure, but don’t have equipment, experience or a buddy to go with.
Here is a rundown of the trips being offered:
Family Snow Day
Today, Feb. 11 and 18, March 3
Head to Mount Rainier to sled, play in the snow. Participants must be age 2 or older. Transportation is included; participants must bring their own equipment. Family activities require participation by two or more intergenerational family members. Cost for each outing is $20 for family of four, $4 per additional person. Trips depart at 9 a.m. from various local Community Centers and return at 4 p.m.
Adult cross-country skiing
Saturday
Enjoy cross-country skiing on the Iron Horse Trail from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Learn the basics of cross-country skiing on this groomed, level trail on Snoqualmie Pass which is just right for beginners. Participants must be 21 or older. Cost is $65 for Tacoma residents, $70 for non-residents and includes instruction.
Adult snowshoe hike
Feb. 12
Enjoy the winter beauty of the mountains on this easy-to-moderate snowshoe hike. Participants must be 21 or older. Cost is $60 for Tacoma residents, $65 for non-residents.
Family fun trip
Feb. 25
Bundle up the kids for a day of fun and learning in the snow. A Tacoma Nature Center naturalist will lead this snowshoe adventure and teach participants to observe nature in a whole new way. Dress for the cold, wear sturdy boots and bring a sack lunch. Participants must be age 7 or older. Family activities require participation by two or more intergenerational family members. Cost is $18 for Tacoma residents, $20 for non-residents and includes instruction.
Women’s snowshoe hike
Feb. 26
Embark on a snowshoe adventure with other women and experienced guides. Participants must be age 18 or older. Bring your own lunch. Cost is $60 for Tacoma residents and $65 for non-residents.
Adult cross-country skiing
March 10
Learn the basics of cross-country skiing on the groomed, level Iron Horse Trail on Snoqualmie Pass, which is just right for beginners. Participants must be age 21 or older. Cost is $65 for Tacoma residents, $70 for non-residents and includes instruction.
Transportation is provided for all trips and equipment is provided for all the trips except the family snow days. Participants should bring a lunch and water, and dress for the weather. Destinations are subject to change, depending on weather and snow conditions.
For trip registration, call 253-594-7847 or go to MetroParksTacoma.org/Outdoor.
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