Benson Hut Work Party

Date and Time:
Sat, Oct 10, 2026; 9:00 AM (Pacific) - Sun, Oct 11, 2026  5:00 PM  (Pacific)

Organized By: Loma Prieta Ski Touring

Event Organizers:
Charlie Hotz
   charliehotz@sbcglobal.net
   (650) 450-2538

October 10-11 (Saturday-Sunday) Benson Hut Work Party. Gather Saturday morning at Sierra Club's Clair Tappaan Lodge in Norden. Collect tools to be taken to the hut. Hike 3.5 miles from Roller Pass at Sugar Bowl to Benson Hut, cut firewood, stock hut Saturday and Sunday, and return to car.  Participants should be experienced in, and prepared for, traveling in windy conditions along the Sierra crest. SC Medical Form and Participant Agreement/Waiver are required.   Contact: Charlie Hotz (charliehotz@sbcglobal.net) for more information and registration.  Registration and pre-approval are required.

Level: Moderate

Cost: In-trip costs (food, tools, supplies) covered by Sierra Club.

Signup Instructions: Contact trip leader

Recommended Items: Overnight backpacking gear

Carpool: Optional (can be arranged by participants)

Note: Carpool transportation is at the sole risk of the participants.