Skiers at Peter Grubb Hut
2008-2009 Ski Trip Schedule
Please refer to the listings in the STS Track newsletter for the most
current information and leader contact information for the following
trips. Some of the trips listed here are still considered tentative.
Trips are official and open for sign up only after they are announced
by the leaders at an STS meeting, or published in the TRACK newsletter.
CST 2087766-40. Registration as a seller of travel does
not constitute approval by
the State of California. 
12/13-14 Clair Tappaan Lodge
Leader: John Cordes
Skill Level: Beginner
Leader: Steve Sergeant
Skill Level: Intermediate
1/24-25 Clair Tappaan Lodge
Leader: Alan Hobbs
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
1/24 Snow Camping Seminar
Leader: Chris Macintosh
Skill Level: All
1/31-2/2 Bradley Hut
Leader: Dick Simpson
Skill Level: Intermediate
1/31-2/1 Snow Camping Field Practice
Leader: Chris Macintosh
Skill Level: All
2/7-8 Back-up date for Snow Camping Field Practice
2/14-16 Benson Hut
Leader: Roy Lambertson
Skill Level: Intermediate
2/21-22 Lassen Lake Helen Snow Camp
Leader: Dave Erskine
Skill Level: Intermediate-Advanced
2/21-22 Peter Grubb Hut
Leader: Dave Marancik/Dick Simpson
Skill Level: Intermediate
3/7-8 Kings Canyon Lodge Trip
Leader: Terri Michel
Skill Level: Intermediate
3/14-15 North Lake Tahoe Cabin Trip
Leader: John Cordes
Skill Level: Intermediate
3/21-22 Sentinel Dome Snow Camping
Leader: Steve Sergeant
Skill Level: Intermediate
4/2-5 Hut to Hut 10th Mountain Trail in Colorado
Leader: John Cordes
Skill Level: Advanced
4/19-25 Sierra Crest Tour
Leader: Dave Erskine
Skill Level: Intermediate-Advanced
Trip Classifications
Beginner
Aimed at first-time cross-country skiers and those developing basic skills. The leader frequently provides some kind of instruction. Distances are typically 1 to 2 miles on gentle terrain.
Advanced Beginner
Aimed at skiers in good condition who have learned the basics of diagonal stride on the flats and easy hills. Distances are typically 2 to 5 miles over rolling terrain.
Intermediate
Aimed at skiers comfortable with uphill & downhill skiing, including traverses of steep sections. An intermediate skier has had instruction, has skied several times, and has developed enough skill and confidence to snowplow and step turn to control downhill speed. Intermediate trips include overnight visits to some backcountry ski huts, where carrying a moderate pack is required. 3 to 10 miles.
Advanced Intermediate
Aimed at skiers with intermediate skills but with greater endurance and who have developed skills for coping with poor weather or snow conditions, winter navigation, and snow-camping. 10-15 miles per day.
Advanced
Aimed at skiers who can cover 10-30 miles in one day, ascend high mountains using climbing skins, and descend with linked telemark or parallel turns. The advanced skier must be in good physical condition, be able to acclimatize to altitude readily, and have a working knowledge of map and compass, avalanche hazards, and winter survival.