Trip 201

Field trip: Intermediate Snowshoe Leader - Mentorship Program

Trip 201 - Kahuna Peak

This trip is better suited for those with experience traveling in and out of avalanche terrain and who have AIARE-1 certification. Plan A: Challenging or Complex Terrain / Plan B: Simple Terrain. Actual route and destination is TBD.

  • Strenuous 3, Technical 2, Snow Scramble, Winter Scramble
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 8.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 2,900 ft

6am at Park and Ride south of Seattle

We will practice our decisions primarily based on observations, snow conditions in relation to the forecast, and terrain available to navigate from point A to B and if needed adjust our plans.

Route/Place

Norse Peak



  • USGS Norse Peak

    Green Trails Bumping Lake No. 271

    Green Trails Mount Rainier Wonderland No. 269SX
  • See full route/place details.
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Required Equipment

Required Equipment

  • Typical Winter Day Pack with essentials
  • Beacon, Shovel, and Probe
  • Ice Axe, plus Helmet
  • Snowshoes and Poles
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