January 21, 2004

Outdoor Program Offers Two Mountain Excursions In February

The Boise State University Outdoor Program will offer a winter campout and a family snowshoe trip in February. Both seminars fill quickly, so register early at the Outdoor Program Office.     Introduction to Winter Camping Depart at 9 a.m. Feb. 21, return at 5 p.m. Feb. 22, with a preparatory workshop from 7-9 p.m. Feb. 18. This seminar provides the basic foundation of knowledge and judgment skills necessary for winter travel and warm camping. Emphasis will be placed on trip planning, building shelters, food preparation, winter route selection and group leadership. Meet at the Outdoor Program Office; the weekend trip will take place at a site outside of Idaho City. The $30 fee includes all group camping and technical equipment. Registration closes at 5 p.m. Feb. 12. Open to Boise State students, faculty and staff.     Family Snowshoe Trip 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 28, with a preparatory meeting from 7-8 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 25. Families of Boise State students, faculty and staff are invited to join the Outdoor Program staff for a fun day in the snow above Idaho City. The annual trip is a collaborative effort between the Outdoor Program and Student Programs Board. Trip participants must attend the mandatory pre-trip meeting. The $10 per family fee includes all equipment and transportation. Meet at the Outdoor Program Office. Registration closes at 5 p.m. Feb. 20.     A full schedule of Outdoor Program seminars, trips and other services is available at www.boisestate.edu/recreation/outdoor/. For more information, call 426-1946. -30- Contact                             Geoff Harrison                           Outdoor Programs                             208 426-2628                                 Media Contact Kathleen Craven communications and marketing 208 426-3275