Hi everyone! 

I’m excited to finally post this — thanks for your patience. I’ve been out exploring the Main Range over the past three weekends and I’m happy to say that conditions have improved and are now suitable for beginner trips. 

This trip is all about creating a space for women to try ski touring or splitboarding — with plenty of time for learning (and snacking) along the way.

I'll be running this trip alongside Josh who is running the other beginners trip on the same weekend. If you signed up for Josh's trip, but you want to join this one instead, that's all good! Just sign up for both and Josh and I will coordinate. 

Not a beginner, but want to come along to make some new ski touring friends? I like the way you think, deffo sign up and get amongst it. 

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Most Likely Beginner-Friendly Route Option (Max 4 hrs skiing return)

Final route will be chosen based on weather and snow coverage, but we’re focusing on shorter, low-angle tours that are ideal for a first day out.

🟢 1. Dead Horse Gap Snow Gum Meander

Distance: ~4–5km return

Duration: ~3 hours

Highlights: Gorgeous snow gum forest, minimal elevation

Why it’s great: Excellent for boarders/skiers adjusting to skinning and transitions in trees

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Weather & Snow Conditions

🌤 The forecast for Sunday, 6 July looks favourable — mostly sunny, with temps between -6°C and 6°C. The snowpack is stable and improving, with a decent base forming above 1800m. 
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What You’ll Learn

🧭 Skinning basics
⛷ Safe transitions (uphill to downhill)
❄️ Simple route finding

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Gear

Bring your own or borrow from the club. If we run out of gear, Wilderness snowsports recently received good reviews from other members. Hiring in advance is strongly preferred.

Required:

Touring skis or splitboard with boots skins and poles

Layered clothing for alpine conditions

Lunch, snacks, water

Let me know if want a detailed packing list and I'll post a link.