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SnowSchool Sites - Idaho
SnowSchool at Bogus Basin
Site:
The Bogus Basin Nordic Center is a full service Nordic ski area that boasts 37 km of groomed Nordic Trails, 5 km of which is lit at night with solar power, as well as 5 km of snowshoe trails. The Frontier Point Lodge has great views of the valley as well as a comfortable place to rest after a long day of snowshoeing or Nordic skiing.
Program:
The SnowSchool program at Bogus Basin provides an opportunity for the youth of the Treasure Valley to have a meaningful outdoor learning experience in the winter. Partnering with Bogus Basin, the Nordic Group, the Boise National Forest and regional schools, Winter Wildlands Alliance is pleased to bring SnowSchool to the Treasure Valley. The program is open to 3rd-6th grade classes and community youth groups. Field trips are scheduled on Tuesdays and Fridays in January and February. To schedule a trip, contact Peg Havlovick the Bogus Nordic Center Education Director at 208.332.5190.
School groups of up to 45 kids will visit the Bogus Basin Nordic Center at Frontier Point to be guided through snowshoeing technique and history, games and activities, and ecology walks. Snowshoe activities are divided into two one and a half hour sessions separated by a lunch break in the Frontier Point Lodge. The activities are planned to achieve a balance of exercise, learning and having fun. After a full day of recreating in the winter wildlands the groups return to their schools energized about winter fun and stewardship.
Take Action!:
WWA is currently seeking volunteer guides for the program to lead student groups through snowshoeing activities and to teach them basic ecological and scientific principles specific to the winter mountain environment. Training and curriculum materials will be provided, but a familiarity with snowshoeing and ecology is preferred. Most of all we are seeking individuals with a passion for winter and kids to volunteer for one or two days each winter to help provide this experience to our community’s youth. If you or someone you know may be interested in volunteering their time for this exciting community youth program, please contact Charlie Woodruff at 208.344.8692.
Craters of the Moon National Monument
Contact: Doug Owen
Phone: 208.527.3257 ext. 302
Address: P.O. Box 29; Arco, ID 83213
Web: www.nps.gov/crmo/
Partners: National Park Service and Bureau of Land Management
Site:
Craters of the Moon is a large lava field with cinder cones, spatter cones, lava tubes, volcanic bombs and tree molds. It is located along the north border of the Snake River Plain in Idaho. The Craters of the Moon lava field covers 618 square miles and is the largest young basaltic lava field in the lower 48 states. The monument was established by President Calvin Coolidge in 1924. In winter, snow accentuates the jagged black lava creating a landscape of dramatic contrasts.
Program:
The site currently offers snow shoe field trips of the park for participants of all ages, but is planning to have a program in place especially for school-aged next winter. The program will be on winter ecology concepts including survival mechanisms, energy conservation, properties of snow, and techniques for limiting impacts upon the natural terrain.
Take Action!:
Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve supports the national Volunteers-In-Parks program. In fiscal year 2003, roughly 122,000 volunteers donated 4.5 million hours to your national parks at a value of $77.3 million. Volunteers come from all over the world to help preserve and protect America's natural and cultural heritage for the enjoyment of this and future generations. To volunteer please call (208) 527-3257 ext. 302.
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