Cold Weather Skills x Yosemite Women’s Weekend
$395
Trip Summary
Experience Yosemite National Park during the beginning of winter with our all-women hiking and skills workshop.
Enjoy two nights of camping at Upper Pines Campground, guided hikes and educational sessions to pump you up for cool weather outdoor fun. You’ll be armed with tips to be a confident camper and hiker when the temps dip.
That’s not all!
Once the sun sets, we’ll relax around the campfire with hot chocolate, treats and good company. Join a group of other outdoorsy women to learn the skills to make cold weather hiking & camping enjoyable. Push your hiking skills further and make new trail friends all while spending the weekend in beautiful Yosemite National Park!
2023-2024 Dates
November 3 - 5, 2023 - $395
December 1 - 3, 2023 - $395
February 2 - 4, 2024 - $395
Highlights
2 nights camping in Yosemite Valley
Guided hikes
Packed skills sessions while at camp and on the trail
Pre-event online course material too!
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Cold Weather Skills Workshop x Yosemite Weekend
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Friday
Drive into beautiful Yosemite Valley and admire the views! You’ll meet the group in the afternoon at Upper Pines Campground where we will help you get your tent set up.
After camp is set up, we’ll have our first skill session on camping in cold weather and how to remain comfortable.
We’ll then allow time for an early dinner and get-to-know-you around the campfire.
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Saturday
Today we’ll wake up and enjoy hot breakfast and coffee, and have our next skill session on cold weather nutrition and hydration.
We’ll then pack for our first hike led by a female guide. This hike will be intermediate so all experience levels welcome!
Get your camera ready! You’re sure to get some spectacular Yosemite shots.
After we’ve gotten our exercise for the day, we’ll rendezvous back at camp to relax for a few hours to cover emergency preparedness. We’ll then all take an easy afternoon walk to Mirror Lake.
When we make it back to camp for the evening you’ll have time to have dinner and you’ll have another night of stargazing, s’more eating, cocoa drinking, and chatting with your new friends!
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Sunday
We’ll have a relaxing morning with coffee and a hot breakfast while we chat about our final skills subject.
We’ll all break down camp together, and then those who need to get back home will say their “see you laters,” while others who can stick around for a bit will get in one last short hike and picture session!
Inclusions:
Campsites for Friday and Saturday night.
Hot drinks and snacks on Friday and Saturday Evenings.
Four separate skill sessions covering gear, hydration, nutrition, preparedness, empowerment and other crucial need to know information to be safe and confident hiking and camping in cool to cold weather.
Guided hikes.
Two Alpinistas female guides with you for the entire weekend.
Cold weather skills information packet.
Priority access to the Alpinistas private online community.
Snowshoe rental if conditions warrant them, however, unlikely.
Discounts on gear through the Alpinistas store.
5% back to the park.
Does not Include:
Park entrance fees
Camping and hiking gear (you may upgrade at checkout for a tent and mattress)
Clothing and personal equipment.
Meals - we will send you recommendations on what to pack in your skills information packet.
Let’s do this!
Book Your Cold Weather Skills Weekend Now!
November 3 - 6, 2023
December 1 - 3, 2023
February 2 - 4, 2024
$395
Upgrade available at checkout, where we’ll provide the tent, mattress and stove, if you don’t have your own yet!
Tent will already be set up for your comfort through the weekend.
Gear List
Layering is the key to staying comfortable while being active outdoors. The secret to achieving maximum comfort with minimum weight is to bring versatile layers that can be mixed and matched to create the right amount of insulation, ventilation, and weather protection.
When packing, try to bring only what you need.
If you've already booked your trip, don't worry! You’ll be getting emails with a detailed list of what you'll need to bring (plus tons of other helpful information).
Are you looking to reduce your carbon footprint or save some money? Check out our rental page for great gear to borrow for your trip or shop at Alpinistas Re-Cover department for gently used gear online.
Get ready to conquer the outdoors, Alpinistas! We can't wait to see you on the trail.
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Warm beverages
Stove for boiling water
Group First Aid Kit
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Meals
Base Layer Tops and Bottoms (Lightweight, Synthetic or Wool)
Fleece/Wool Gloves
Fleece/Wool Hat
Headlamp with Fresh Batteries
Hiking Boots
Hiking Socks (Synthetic or Wool)
Insulated Jacket and/or Vest
Long Sleeve Shirts (Synthetic, Lightweight)
Personal Bathroom Kit: Toilet Paper, Ziplock Bags, Personal Wipes, Hand Cleaner
Prescription Medications
Sleeping Bag (15°-29°, Lightweight, Compressible)
Spork, Bowl and Mug
Sunblock and Lip Balm
Water Bottles (Three 1-Liter) or Hydration System Plus One 1-Liter Water Bottle
Whistle
Tent
Day Pack for hiking
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Bandana or Buff for Sun Protection
Hand Sanitizer
Sun Hat, Sunglasses
Camp shoes
Trekking Poles
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Camera and Accessories
Ear Plugs
Energy Snacks and Drink Mixes
Camp Chair
Sleeping Bag Liner
Have questions about the gear list?
Give us a call at 775-230-7125 or send us a chat or email.
Helpful for booking
What to expect after you book your reservation
After you book your reservation, you will receive a confirmation email with some action items. Over the following weeks as you start to get closer to your event date, you will receive additional emails confirming itinerary details, pre-course material and other important or helpful supplemental information such as start time and driving directions. The week of the event, you should be ready to go and you will receive a final email introducing your guides, providing you with their contact information and other last minute notes.
Your event does require a certain minimum number of participants to run. Don’t worry though, our group size is naturally quite small to keep it special and relaxing experience so the minimum booking requirement is also lower than other guide services.
What is the closest airport?
The closest airport to Yosemite Valley is in Fresno, CA (FAT).
Booking airfare?
If you are flying in for this trip, please contact us before booking airfare to make sure that your trip is confirmed. We require a minimum number of participants to operate.
General weather expectations
Sierra daytime temperatures at this time of year can range between 45 to 70 degrees F, with overnight lows dropping to the 30s or 40s. This course is all about getting you prepared and comfortable for variable weather.
Travel Insurance
We highly recommend travel insurance to protect your trip in the event unforeseeable circumstances or illness comes up that interferes with your ability to join the trip.
Frequently Asked Questions (add link)
“Dear women adventurers of all skill levels, you need to take a trip with Alpinistas! I just returned from the Cold Weather Skills workshop in Yosemite and I've learned more in three days than I have in all my years of hiking and camping. It's so rare to find guiding experiences that are fun, connect you with likeminded folks, AND equip you with a ton of new skills.”
— Ashley
“I had the absolute best experience on a rock climbing trip with Joanne’s Team! Every part of the weekend was fantastic - the camping experience was wonderful, the guides were knowledgeable and kept everyone safe, and the climbing was so much fun! I'm looking forward to future trips with Alpinistas, and love the work they are doing in making outdoor education more accessible to women!”
- Rebecca
What People Are Saying about Alpinistas Adventures
“The women I met that weekend were so amazing for their love of the outdoors, their curiosity, and their tenacious spirits. I learned so much from our skilled guides who made us feel safe to ask any and all questions regardless of how silly they might be. Thank you Alpinistas for a truly amazing weekend! I can’t wait for the next adventure 🏕️”
— Katarina
“I joined a Cold Weather course and winter camping weekend with them in Yosemite and absolutely love it! The guides are passionate about what they are teaching us, they are so supportive, and the event was organized so well.”
- Ashley-Marie