Local Events in Skokomish Nation, Washington

Mountain Safety Workshop
Sat, 25 Feb 2012 09:00:00 +0000

**Meets at the patrol building (basement of the Granite Peaks Lodge)

This introduction workshop is designed to give you an overview of staying safe on the mountain as well as what to do if a problem occurs

This workshop covers:

  • Safety Code
  • Trail Maps
  • Battle of the Signs
  • Avalanches
  • Beacon, Probe & Shovel
  • Medical
  • Tree Well
  • Recognizing Snow Pits



When: Feb 25, 2012 9:00:00 AM to Feb 25, 2012 12:00:00 PMin Skykomish, Washington
Cost: Ticket w/ Donation

Ticket 0.00

Stevens Pass - Introductory Snowshoeing
Sat, 11 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000

Get outdoors and learn about winter ecology snowshoeing on the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest January through March. No experience is necessary and the Forest Service provides snowshoes. Participants should wear layered and insulated clothing, hats and gloves with sturdy, waterproof shoes or boots, hats and gloves. To offset the costs of the program a donation of $10 per person is suggested for all tours except the extended hike and photography outing at Snoqualmie Pass, where $20 is requested. STEVENS PASS Make reservations Jan. 8-Feb. 26 at Skykomish Ranger District, 360-677-2414. Trips for special events and school groups can also be scheduled. Sultan Shuttle offers transportation from Sultan to the resort. Check http://www.stevenspass.com/Stevens/the-mountain/sultan-shuttle.aspx for fees and schedules. Introductory Snowshoeing Sat. Sun., 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. Learn about the history of the area, the winter ecosystem and wildlife on this beginning walk. Group size: 20

When: Feb 11, 2012 12:00:00 AM in Skykomish, Washington

Stevens Pass - Introductory Snowshoeing
Sun, 12 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000

Get outdoors and learn about winter ecology snowshoeing on the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest January through March. No experience is necessary and the Forest Service provides snowshoes. Participants should wear layered and insulated clothing, hats and gloves with sturdy, waterproof shoes or boots, hats and gloves. To offset the costs of the program a donation of $10 per person is suggested for all tours except the extended hike and photography outing at Snoqualmie Pass, where $20 is requested. STEVENS PASS Make reservations Jan. 8-Feb. 26 at Skykomish Ranger District, 360-677-2414. Trips for special events and school groups can also be scheduled. Sultan Shuttle offers transportation from Sultan to the resort. Check http://www.stevenspass.com/Stevens/the-mountain/sultan-shuttle.aspx for fees and schedules.

When: Feb 12, 2012 12:00:00 AM in Skykomish, Washington

Avalanche Awareness Workshop
Sat, 10 Mar 2012 09:00:00 +0000

** Meets at the Patrol Building (basement of the Granite Peaks Lodge)

This workshop is designed for mountain enthusiasts who are starting to tour on their own and possibly venturing out of the ski area boundries.

This workshop covers:

  • Recognize & Avoid Avalanche Terrain
  • Understanding Layed Snow
  • Weather Indicators & Red Flags
  • Basic Companion Rescue
  • Avalanche Control Techniques
  • Boundary Policies
  • Avalanche Terrain & Terrain Maps
  • Basic Route Selection
  • Current Snow Pack Conditions
  • Companion Recovery
  • Probing, Shoveling, & Beacon use



When: Mar 10, 2012 9:00:00 AM to Mar 11, 2012 12:00:00 PMin Skykomish, Washington
Cost: Ticket w/ Donation

Ticket 0.00

Companion Rescue Workshop
Sat, 11 Feb 2012 09:00:00 +0000

**Meets at the patrol building (basement of the Granite Peaks Lodge)

This workshop will teach you the skills to effectively operate a rescue beacon, efficiently probe the snow to determine the victim's location and stratgically move snow with your shovel to uncover your companion.

This workshop covers:

  • Case Study - Mt. Proctor, BC
  • Beacon Operations
    • Fundamentals
    • Coarse Search
    • Fine Search
    • Practice
  • Probe Use
    • Overview of Methods
    • Spiral Method
    • Beacon Search with Probe
  • Shoveling
    • Strategic vs. Non-Strategic
    • Strategic Methods (Terracing, V-Shaped, Multiple Rescuers)
  • Putting it all Together



When: Feb 11, 2012 9:00:00 AM to Feb 11, 2012 12:00:00 PMin Skykomish, Washington
Cost: Ticket w/ Donation

Ticket 0.00

Staxx Brothers
Sat, 11 Feb 2012 20:00:00 +0000



When: Feb 11, 2012 8:00:00 PM in Skykomish, Washington

Companion Rescue Workshop
Sat, 24 Mar 2012 09:00:00 +0000

**Meets at the patrol building (basement of the Granite Peaks Lodge)

This workshop will teach you the skills to effectively operate a rescue beacon, efficiently probe the snow to determine the victim's location and stratgically move snow with your shovel to uncover your companion.

This workshop covers:

  • Case Study - Mt. Proctor, BC
  • Beacon Operations
    • Fundamentals
    • Coarse Search
    • Fine Search
    • Practice
  • Probe Use
    • Overview of Methods
    • Spiral Method
    • Beacon Search with Probe
  • Shoveling
    • Strategic vs. Non-Strategic
    • Strategic Methods (Terracing, V-Shaped, Multiple Rescuers)
  • Putting it all Together



When: Mar 24, 2012 9:00:00 AM to Mar 24, 2012 11:00:00 PMin Skykomish, Washington
Cost: Ticket w/ Donation

Ticket 0.00

Jon, Josiah & Charity of The Head & the Heart Accoustic set at Stevens Pass
Mon, 13 Feb 2012 19:00:00 +0000

A unique opportunity to see Jon, Josiah & Charity of The Head and the Heart up close and personal at Stevens Pass in the Foggy Goggle Lounge. You can purchase a single concert ticket or purchase a concert ticket plus an all day lift ticket at a discounted rate. The show is 21+ only.



When: Feb 13, 2012 7:00:00 PM to Feb 13, 2012 10:00:00 PMin Skykomish, Washington
Cost: 25 - 70 USD