June 15-18
Joe Dodge Lodge/Mizpah Spring Hut/Lakes of the Clouds Hut

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Welcome to spring in the alpine zone! Enjoy backcountry lodging with traditional mountain hospitality in a spectacular setting. Join us as we discover the wonders of life above treeline in the White Mountains. We begin our hike ascending the Crawford Path through the hardwood forest dotted with lady slippers and trillium until we hike to the lower reaches of boreal forest and our destination Mizpah Spring Hut. The next day we traverse the southern Presidential Range to Lakes of the Clouds Hut giving us ample opportunity to explore the open ridgeline in full bloom. We will examine the exquisite alpine flowers, discuss alpine adaptations, and compare alpine plant communities. Two nights at the huts will give us ample opportunity to examine the delicately exquisite alpine flowers, discuss alpine adaptations, and compare alpine communities. 

This trip involves moderate hiking on steep, rocky terrain. Weather can change quickly and become cold and windy, so be sure to bring extra layers. Participants should also be in good hiking shape and have proper hiking boots.

Minimum age 18 (16 if accompanied by an adult).

Reserve today—call 603-466-2727.

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		Alpine Wildflowers
		Member Price per person Non-Member Price per person Dates Available Includes 1 night's lodging at Joe Dodge Lodge, 1 night's lodging at Mizpah Spring Hut, 1 night's lodging at Lakes of the Clouds Hut, 3 dinners, 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, snacks, AMC Field Guide to Alpine Summits, instruction and guides. $331 $350 June 15-18 Instructor: Nancy Ritger, AMC Senior Interpretive Naturalist, who has 20 years experience working for the AMC. *Minimum age 18 (16 if accompanied by an adult). **Must mention "Alpine Wildflowers June 16" specifically when booking.