We invite all ages to bundle up and join Glacier Institute staff for a snowshoeing hike in this glittering winter wonderland. Even in winter, Glacier National Park is home to beautiful green forests and active animals that have adapted to this intense season. Introductions will begin in West Glacier where we will slip on our snowshoes and travel to the trailhead together. Strolling down the South Boundary trail, we will look for tracks and listen to the stories of the indigenous people who live here. We will discuss the science behind the snow and what unique behaviors and characteristics animals have to survive the harsh conditions. Once we return to the trailhead, we’ll enjoy some hot chocolate as we travel back to the main parking lot. After this program, you will have a new found love for the winter world and all it has to offer.
Event Description:We invite all ages to bundle up and join Glacier Institute staff for a snowshoeing hike in this glittering winter wonderland. Even in winter, Glacier National Park is home to beautiful green forests and active animals that have adapted to this intense season. Introductions will begin in West Glacier where we will slip on our snowshoes and travel to the trailhead together. Strolling down the South Boundary trail, we will look for tracks and listen to the stories of the indigenous people who live here. We will discuss the science behind the snow and what unique behaviors and characteristics animals have to survive the harsh conditions. Once we return to the trailhead, we’ll enjoy some hot chocolate as we travel back to the main parking lot. After this program, you will have a new found love for the winter world and all it has to offer.