2025 Ski Trip Itinerary & Packing List

Optional Gear Drop at Scout Hut - Thursday, February 20th

If you would like to drop off your gear in advance, please do so between 6:30 and 7:15 pm on Thursday

Departure from Scout Hut - Friday, February 21st

Please arrive at Hut at 5:30 pm to drop gear and load vehicles. We need to depart by 6:00 pm to arrive in Beckley by 9:00 pm
- Scouts need to be in full class A uniforms for departure
- We will not be stopping for dinner so please make sure your Scouts are fed before arriving or choose to add a Chick-fil-a Boxed Meal by ordering here!

Arrival back at Scout Hut - Sunday, February 23rd

Estimated arrival back at Hut is 12:30 pm. Updates on ETA will come through Band and Text via Scoutbook. This is not when Scouts are cleared to leave.
- Scouts need to help unload vehicles and clean Alvin before being dismissed
- Please pack some snacks or extra cash for a gas station stop on the way back to Mint Hill

Lodging & Skiing Locations:

Lodging:
- Country Inn & Suites - Beckley:
  - Address: 2120 Harper Rd, Beckley, WV 25801
  - Phone: (304) 252-5100
Skiing Location:
- Winterplace Ski Resort:
  - Address: 100 Old, Flat Top Mountain Road, Ghent, WV 25843
  - Phone: (304) 787-3221

Payment:

The cost of the trip is dependent on options selected. Please refer to your RSVP for more info.
- There is an option to add on a Chick-Fil-A boxed meal for dinner on Friday night. This will add on approximately $10. You may sign up for a Chick-fil-a Meal By Clicking Here
We need payment before they depart on Friday. If food/gas costs end up lower, we will refund any excess to Scout accounts.
Please send extra money with your Scout(s) for dinner on Saturday night and in case we stop for a snack on the way home.

Weather

Hi/Lo Temps: The forecast for the ski resort on Saturday is a high in the low 30s and lows in the upper 10s. Please pack enough layers to keep warm
Rain/Snow: Right now, it looks like all the snow will fall on Wednesday and Thursday with cloudy conditions on Friday and Saturday.

What Clothing to Bring:

Scout Uniform - Class A & B
Pants
Long-sleeve Shirt
Hat
Underwear
PJs/something to wear to bed
Sweatshirt or Fleece
Thermal base layer (top and bottom)
- Synthetic or wool base layers for top & bottom - it's better to be warm than cold, you can always shed layers. Synthetic materials help to wick moisture away from your skin. Once again, do not wear cotton as a base layer.
Boots and Warm Socks (No CROCS!)
- Moisture-wicking ski/snowboard socks (wool or fleece) are the best. No cotton. Wear only one pair of socks.
Winter hat and gloves or mittens (mittens do a much better job keeping your hands warm)
Ski bib or pants (these are available for rent if you need)
Waterproof ski jacket or shell that can go over fleece and other layers (snow will quickly make you get wet and wet & cold don't mix)
Ski mask/balaclava or other neckwear like this
Ski googles or sunglasses
Swimsuit & towel (hotel has an indoor pool. Swimming will only be permitted under Scouting America guidelines, which includes Mr. Hall and other adults present for water supervision sake)

Gear:

Backpack or Duffel Bag
Day pack
Personal First Aid Kit
Water Bottle (filled up before arriving at hut)
Sunscreen
Hand warmers
Sunglasses
Toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, comb, soap & shampoo if you plan to take a shower)
Deck of Playing Cards/Game (optional for downtime)
Scoutbook
Extra money for Saturday dinner and convenience store stop (we will likely make a stop on the way home on Sunday)
Scout Spirit