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February/March 2003  

Sierra Club
Winter Backpacking Seminar:
Sonoma Group

Carol Vellutini
Chapter Outings Chair

Are you curious to learn what's needed to travel safely and comfortably in the winter? Join our seminar and find out what's behind the fast growth in winter backpacking.

This fun and informative evening will cover the fundamentals of safe and enjoyable winter travel. Topics include:

  1. Clothing as a System
  2. Winter Specific Equipment (including snowshoes)
  3. Winter Travel Essentials

Seminar will be held at Marin Outdoors in Santa Rosa (Corner of Burt and Santa Rosa Ave.) on Wednesday, February 5th from 7:00-9:00 pm.

Please RSVP directly to seminar leader if you plan on attending. There is no cost for attending. This seminar is also mandatory for beginners for the Feb 22 outing. Seminar leader is Paul Bozzo who has guided numerous winter trips and also worked in the outdoor equipment industry for years. (paulbozzo@aol.com /707-539-5105).