Mt Washington Winter day hike 2.0

STRONG, experienced and prepared hikers, ONLY.

Note: due to overwhelming demand...
V2.0 is 1 day pass astronomical winter 3/20, 3 weeks after meteorological winter 2/28. So it’s a cake walk lol

You agree to follow my commands for this hike....no debate, please.

Meet Start: Pinkham Notch Trailhead
Time: 7 AM
Distance: 8.2 miles round trip
Elevation gain: 4250 ft

Route: Winter Lion Head

GPS route coming

REQUIRED GEARS:

Crampons (if you never wore crampons in winter hikes bring a good pair of MICROspikes as well...Hillsound trail). Mountaineering snowshoes might be a very good choice too.

Ski goggles (2nd pair helpful for condensation freeze) - clear or yellow
Headlamps, extra batteries
Winter gaiters
GPS and/or map/compass
Extra battery or charger for phone/gps

Ice axe
Winter gloves with lash
Face mask
Boots (insulated and/or plastic winter mountaineering)
Layers for 35F / -35F temp. KEEP WARM hands/feet too!
2L+ water and extra food

NO cottons please.

Current condition:

https://www.mountwashington.org/experience-the-weather/current-summit-conditions.aspx

WARNING: Mt Washington has “The Worst Weather in the World.” Many died from exhaustion and exposure in winter climb.

All will be on a waitlist. Event cancels upon poor weather...then reschedule.

PLEASE NOTE:

If you join us for a hike (or any other event), please understand that you are responsible for your own preparedness and well-being and will hold no one else liable in case of injury or mishap. You agree not to hold the Organizer, Assistant Organizers, or any other members responsible for any injuries, mishaps, or any other situation that may happen at a planned event. You are responsible to research the event, know the area, and bring the proper gear.

Your attendance on a hike signifies that you have read and accept the terms of this liability waiver.