Backcountry Clinic: Winter Hiking in Southern California

## ❄️ Backcountry Clinic: Winter Hiking in Southern California

Hosted by Sports Basement Long Beach
📅 Wednesday, December 10
🕡 6:30–7:30pm
📍 Sports Basement – Long Beach

🥾 Overview
Think winter means putting away your hiking boots? Think again! Join us for a fun and informative workshop all about winter hiking around Los Angeles and Southern California. Learn where to find snow close to home, how to get started with snowshoeing, and what to wear to stay warm, dry, and comfortable using smart layering systems.
Whether you’re looking to experience your first snowy trail or level up your winter adventure skills, you’ll leave feeling prepared to explore SoCal’s cooler side safely and confidently.

### 🎤 Presented By

David Meltzer, Wilderness Travel Course (WTC) Instructor

### ❓ What to Expect

• Where to find snow near LA
• Intro to snowshoeing
• Winter hiking essentials & layering systems
• Safety tips for cold-weather adventures
• Q&A with an experienced backcountry instructor

✅ Bring your questions! Leave with practical knowledge you can immediately use outdoors.

### 🌄 Learn More

Be sure to register at the EventBrite link HERE.
Interested in expanding your outdoor skills even further?
Learn more about the Wilderness Travel Course (WTC) — a comprehensive backpacking and navigation program designed to build confidence and leadership in the outdoors at www.wildernesstravelcourse.org.