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No. UT: Stargazing at Spruces ~ Age 50+

January 24 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm MST
Spruces Campground, Salt Lake City , UT, United States
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About This Event

50+ crew, come enjoy an evening of snowshoeing and stargazing at the Spruces campground!

With a groomed trail, the snowshoeing is easy, leaving plenty of energy for fun. You’ll also get to relax and sip hot toddies in a rustic, historic cabin built by the CCC—a perfect way to spend a winter evening with friends!

If you registered for the 2025 Hiking Challenge, this counts as a winter hike!

TRAIL RATING: Easy (100 feet of elevation gain)

LENGTH: 4 miles RT

CARPOOLING: Watch for an email from [email protected] about 5-7 days before the event for coordination.

TRAIL LINK: Spruces Nordic Trail

GEAR:

  • The Ten Essentials
  • Proper clothing / layers for weather & conditions
  • Proper footwear
  • Micro spikes depending on conditions (available to rent for $12, please e-mail [email protected] to reserve)
  • Water and trail snacks
  • Something lightweight to sit on while we stop to eat and drink (i.e., a backpacking chair, rain jacket, plastic bag, etc.)
  • Hiking poles (optional but recommended)

 

This event takes place in a watershed area where dogs are not allowed.

 

Happy Hour Beverage (recommended for event): Hot Toddy

ALCOHOL NOT INCLUDED

Date / Time

  • January 24, 2025 - January 24, 2025
  • 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm MST

Organizer

WHS Ambassador Cynthia Lazzara

Venue

Spruces Campground, Salt Lake City , UT, United States
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