Snowshoe & Wine Tasting
The perfect winter day
Embrace the winter in true alpine style: a day of snowshoeing on breathtakingly beautiful trails, then off to a local winery for a sampling of reds, whites and a private tour of the vineyards. Your snowshoeing adventure takes place in the Hudson Valley region on a five-mile trail. As you wind your way through the snow to the top of the ridge, scenic views for miles give you a sense of truly being out of the city.
Snowshoeing is easy to learn — if you can hike, you can snowshoe! You will torch hundreds of calories while taking in the beautiful winter woods. Explore off-trail and over rugged terrain if you wish — snowshoes are surprisingly maneuverable.
Event Details
- HOBOKEN DEPARTURE
- •Meet at the Starbucks on the corner of Newark Street and Hudson
- (Two blocks from P.A.T.H. train)
- •Depart at 9:00 AM. Please arrive at 8:45 for check-in.
- •Return at approximately 6:00 PM.
- PARAMUS DEPARTURE
- •Meet in front of the Eastern Mountain Sports store at 820 Route 17 North
- •Depart at 9:45 AM. Please arrive at 9:30 for check-in.
- •Return at approximately 5:30 PM
- BRING
- Your lunch, snacks and two liters of water in a backpack. A thermos of hot soup, tea or coffee is also a great idea.
- WEAR
- Ski gear — nylon outer shell (aka, ski pants and jacket), warm layers — you will need to peel off a layer as you heat up! Hat, gloves, scarf. Packs of hand/foot warmers from the drugstore are a good idea too! Wear waterproof boots and an extra pair of warm socks.
- NOTE
- We love comfy cotton clothes for lounging…but they just aren't the best thing for outdoor excursions. Why? Cotton holds moisture, gets heavy and loses its insulative properties. Wool is best, but any synthetic is better than cotton for winter sports.
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Intensity Levels
This event or trip is Intensity Level 2 - 3.
Overview
Adventures at All Skill Levels
We offer adventures for everyone, no matter what your skill level. This guide will help you decide which trip is right for you.
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Activity
How long (in hours) you may be active every day during the trip.
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Distances
You should feel confident that you would be able to complete these distances every day of your trip.
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Surfaces
What types of terrain you may encounter and should be prepared for on your trip.
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Elevation Change
The largest elevation change you may encounter on your trip.
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Altitude
The highest elevation you may reach on your trip.
Intensity Levels
This event or trip is Intensity Level 2 - 3.
Level 1
Laid-Back, Unhurried, Restful
Welcome to the outdoors! These trips are designed to introduce you to new challenges and new adventurers. Take in the scenery, tackle moderate elevation, experience some local flavor, and enjoy your day out of the office.
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Activity
You can expect to be active for one to three hours. Take a long walk around Central Park to make sure you’re comfortable being outdoors and active for at least a two-hour period.
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Distances
For our Level 1 trips, you’ll be walking or hiking less than three miles. Think about this distance in terms of the width of Manhattan. Walking from the Hudson to the East River via 14th street is just under two miles.
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Surfaces
You’ll be walking on flat terrain. This means there will be limited rocks and a few tree roots.
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Elevation Change
There will be little or no elevation change on this trip. To simulate the change in elevation, trying walking three flights of stairs and back.
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Altitude
Less than 3,000 feet.
Intensity Levels
This event or trip is Intensity Level 2 - 3.
Level 2
Easy Active — Perfect for Active First-Timers
Level 2 trips will give you a taste of what hiking is all about. Test yourself on intermediate terrain, including light rock scrambles and ascending multiple peaks. The trips will invigorate you and inspire you to continue strengthening your hiking skills.
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Activity
You can expect to be active for four to six hours. Prepare for the trip by jogging three miles around Central Park.
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Distances
Plan on getting starter miles under your belt. You’ll be doing up to six miles on this trip. You can imagine this distance in terms of the full Central Park loop, which is 6.1 miles.
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Surfaces
You’ll be hiking on rolling terrain. You can expect rock surfaces, steeps, roots and small boulders.
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Elevation Change
There could be up to an accumulative 1,500 feet per day.
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Altitude
From sea level to 6,000 feet.
Intensity Levels
This event or trip is Intensity Level 2 - 3.
Level 3
Moderate — for Novices and Above
Level three hikes will challenge you with a faster pace and longer distances. This hard work allows you to see more terrain and higher vistas. You should expect to be tired and fulfilled on the van ride home.
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Activity
We’ll be out on the trails for five to eight hours. Prepare for this trip by maintaining your daily fitness regime that includes both cardio and strength.
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Distances
Be ready to cover some serious distance. We may hike up to ten miles today before heading back to the city. This is the distance between Battery Park and Washington Heights in Manhattan.
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Surfaces
We’ll be walking on rolling or mountainous terrain. This will require navigating various rock faces and trail conditions including steep inclines and uneven ground.
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Elevation Change
There could be up to 2,000 feet per day.
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Altitude
From sea level to 10,000 feet.
Intensity Levels
This event or trip is Intensity Level 2 - 3.
Level 4
Vigorous — Recommended for Fit Travelers with Basic Skills
Deep inside you is a desire to push past your limit. On these hikes you’ll be challenged by some of the steepest elevations and technical terrain available. These trips are for endurance athletes and those who wish to push their physical abilities.
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Activity
You can expect to be active for six to nine hours. You can best prepare for a Level 4 trip by maintaining your intense fitness regiment, trying to get your mile time below 7 minutes, and hiking consistently on the weekends.
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Distances
Level 4 hikes can be up to 16 miles. This is the distance between Wall Street and Yonkers.
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Surfaces
These trails will be mountainous with exposed terrain, uneven trails and steep ascents/descents. Most hikes will require not only hiking boots but also additional gear like hiking poles and headlamps.
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Elevation Change
There could be elevation change of up to 3,000 feet per day and possible altitude.
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Altitude
From sea level to 14,000 feet.
Intensity Levels
This event or trip is Intensity Level 2 - 3.
Level 5
Strenuous — Very Fit or Experienced Travelers
Prepare yourself for the ultimate outdoor experience. If you yearn to touch the sky and think the rewards outweigh the risks and extreme conditions, this is what you’re looking for. Over the course of multiple days you will be called upon to prove you belong among the best.
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Activity
You should be ready for at least ten hours a day of pain, challenge, and constant small victories.
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Distances
You should expect to be hiking for at least twelve miles a day. Prepare for this by racing in triathlons, training for a marathon and up keeping your hiking skills.
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Surfaces
On Level 5 trips you will be trekking in remote mountains with exposed terrain and loose features.
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Elevation Change
There could be elevation change of 5,000 feet per day.
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Altitude
Altitude change could also reach up to 14,000 feet.
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Snowshoe & Wine Tasting
Bringing a Friend or Two?
Please be sure to enter the total number of people in the quantity box. In addition, be sure to include your friends’ names and cell-phone numbers on the final checkout page. The final discount price is the price per person, multiplied by the quantity you enter.
Reminder about Trip Conditions
We closely monitor snow, ice and related weather conditions before each trip. Lack of snow or similar, unsatisfactory weather/trail/river conditions may lead to changes to the trip or rescheduling or cancellation.
Please consult the individual trip description or Trip Calendar for notice of any such changes. Refer to our full Policies page for more information about reservations and cancellations.
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