Youth activity: Pathfinders
Seattle Pathfinders Mountaineers Lodge Weekend - Meany Lodge
[MUST BE VACCINATED] Pathfinders stay at one of the rustic Mountaineers Lodges for a weekend of snowy adventure.
- Sun, Feb 20, 2022 — Mon, Feb 21, 2022
- Seattle Youth Outreach Committee
- Youth
- Adults
- For Beginners (Getting Started Series)
- $50.00 $75.00
- 10 (15 capacity)
- 5 (14 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
Sunday february 20
- 8AM: Arrive at Crystal Springs Parking (Lot 4/Overnight Lot) ready to load the Snow Cat
- 8:30AM: Snow Cat will drive us to the lodge
Monday february 21
- 3:30PM: Packed and ready to ride the Snow Cat back to the cars
- 5PM: Return to cars
Lodge weekends offer Pathfinder families the opportunity to explore new, snowy pursuits and provide a warm and welcoming home base to explore from. Lodge activities include: snowshoeing, cross country or downhill skiing, sledding, snow cave building, board games, etc.
Meals are included:
- Sunday: Lunch & Dinner
- Monday: Breakfast, Lunch, & Afternoon Snack
VACCINATION POLICY
MUST BE VACCINATED
Doesn't matter if you're not eligible. This means you need to have had your second dose by February 5. Meany Lodge will be requesting proof of vaccination.
BOOSTERS
No policies requiring you to be boosted, but it is definitely encouraged
COVID TESTING
- Before the trip: We highly encourage you get tested within days prior to the trip.
- Rapid Tests: We will provide rapid Covid tests for everyone at the Feb 16 pre trip meeting. Please take the tests before bed on Saturday evening and email Katy a picture of your negative test (write your name on the side of the test).
- If either of these tests are positive, unfortunately we won't be able to let you join on the trip (you'll be fully refunded for the cost of the lodge).
Reach out to Katy if you have additional questions.
Other important info
- Trip Sheet: Please review the trip sheet.
- Parking: SnoPark Pass required for parking (see Meany Lodge’s page to figure out which pass is right for you)
- Weather: NOAA | Windy
- Road Conditions: WSDOT
- Guests: If spots are still available one week prior to the trip, email Katy to request that a friend or sibling be able to join.
If you'd like to borrow gear, please submit your request to the gear library.
Required Equipment
Meany Lodge Packing List and "How to" Pack for Meany Lodge
Clothes
- Boots (insulated and waterproof)
- Gaiters (optional but recommended)*
- Warm clothing and extra synthetic layers
- Long underwear top and bottom (synthetic)
- Wool or synthetic socks (multiple pairs!!)
- Liner socks (optional but recommended)
- Fleece or wool sweater
- Waterproof shell (jacket with hood and pants)
- Waterproof gloves
- Liner gloves
- Set of PJ’s to wear in the lodge
- Stocking hat (wool or synthetic)
- Brimmed cap
- Lodge slippers
- Sleeping stuff
Gear
- Snowshoes*
- Poles*
- A helmet for sledding
- Backpack for snow activities and carrying stuff*
- Duffle bag to carry everything else
- Sleeping bag and pillow case
- If sleeping in the lodge, just a lightweight sleeping bag and pillow case will do (mattresses/pillows provided by lodge)
- If sleeping in a cave, bring two sleeping pads and a heavyweight sleeping bag*
Other
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Water (at least 2L)
- Toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste)
- Camera (optional)
- First Aid Kit
- Headlamp
If you'd like to borrow gear, please submit your request to the gear library.