Snow & Soak Retreat

Trade the everyday for snow-covered trails, frosty mornings, and the steaming warmth of Idaho’s backcountry at our Snow & Soak Retreat to Burgdorf Hot Springs!

We’ll snowmobile our way into this winter hideaway for 3 days and 2 nights of snowy adventure, cozy cabin living, and well-earned soaks in these stunning natural hot springs.

Let’s embrace the beauty of winter, the fun of doing a little more with a little less, and the simple joy of settling into the backcountry together. Come ready to bundle up, ride in style, and thaw out in good company!

• Pre-Trip Logistics

  Retreat Kick-Off Logistics & Communications:
  Expect a Kick-Off Email with all retreat logistics about 2 weeks prior to the departure date of the retreat

  • This email will include additional waivers, departure & return information, and any other considerations WHI want’s our participants to know.

  Virtual Pre-Trip Meeting:
  WHI will be hosting a virtual Pre-Trip Meeting before departure. This meeting will be held on January 14th at 7 PM.

  • A Google Meets link will be shared in the Retreat Kick-Off Email.

  Transportation:

  Transportation to McCall will not be provided. Wild Hearts is excited to coordinate a carpooling and caravan plan during our Virtual Pre-Trip Meeting.

  If you will need transportation assistance, please reach out to Programs@wildheartsidaho.org upon registration!

• General Itinerary

  Trip length: 3 days, 2 nights  | January 22nd - January 24th, 2027

  Friday, January 22nd

  • 9:00 AM | Meet at the Wild Hearts gear shed & Depart for McCall

  • Lunch in McCall

  • 2:00 PM | Retrieve Gear & Sleds

  • Head to Burgdorf , Arrive, & Settle in

  • Optional Programming & Springs Soak

  • Dinner

  • Closing Programming

  Saturday, January 23rd

  • A full day of Snow, Soaking, and More!

  Sunday, January 24th

  • Enjoy a slow morning at the hot springs

  • Venture back to town

  • 1:00 | Return sleds & gear

  • Lunch in McCall

  • Additional Programming

  • 5:00 - 6:00 PM | Arrive back at the gear shed & squeeze our good-byes

• Packing List

  What Should I Bring?

  Winter weather in Idaho can be extremely variable. Most trips can plan for a combination of gorgeous, sunny weather and some cloudy days with a chance of snow. These weather changes are often a highlight of the trip, as long as one has the right equipment.

  Each day, you will need to be prepared for temperatures ranging from 15 degrees to 50 degrees.

  What to Wear?

  We usually enjoy leisurely mornings, so the day has a chance to warm up. On nice days, we recommend a cozy base layer, insulating and water-proof layers, and snow shoes with a bathing suit always on hand ;)
  We recommend synthetic fabrics, because they are quick drying and are reasonably warm even when wet.

  In cabins, it is always nice to slip into sweats, PJs, and slippers!
  

  Required Gear:

  • 0 Degree Sleeping Bag

  • Small Pillow

  • Headlamp or flashlight with spare batteries

  • Personal Mess Kit (Plate/Bowl, Utensils)

  • Insulated travel mug with lid

  Recommended Clothing:

  • Quality waterproof snow gear (top w/ a hood and bottom)

  • Warm synthetic (fleece/pile) jacket and pants

  • 1 set (top and bottom) of mid weight synthetic base layers

  • Warm hat that covers the ears

  • Waterproof Gloves

  • One set warm clothing for in cabin (flannel shirt and sweats, or a wool sweater, etc.)

  • Bathing suit

  • Sandals (Teva, Chaco, etc.)

  • Snow Shoes

  • Several pairs of wool or synthetic socks

  Other:

  • Water bottle

  • Towel

  • Sunglasses

  • Sunscreen

  • Toothbrush and toothpaste

  • Medications + one spare set for first aid kit

  • Personal hygiene items

  You may also want…

  • Journal and pen

  • Camera and film

  • Reading material

  • Specialty Beverages: Canned Juices, Soda, Beer (cans only please!), Wine, Liquor, Mixers, or Mocktails

Retreat Registration

Please fill out the registration form below:

Open Registration Form

Retreat Deposit & Donation

Your investment of $1,400 for this retreat helps ensure that Wild Hearts Idaho’s Youth Adventures remain accessible to all and that our programs can continue to grow and thrive.

Trip price includes: Snow travel, lodging, meals, and all fees and taxes. It does NOT include transportation and specialty beverages (liquor).

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'27 Snow & Soak Retreat Deposit

$1,400.00

This retreat may be purchased with the one-time payment of $1300, covering the full cost of the retreat, or in 3 installments starting at $350.

If this deposit appears to be sold out, the retreat has filled. Regardless, you are welcome to submit the registration form to be placed on the waitlist and, later, notified if a spot becomes available.

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An additional tax-deductible donation will provide this same transformative experience for a teen girl.

Thank you for investing in outdoor adventure and helping more girls experience the confidence, connection, and joy that come from time outside!

Cancelation Policy

Due to the limited space available on our Snow & Soak Retreat, all payments will be forfeited for cancellations made within 60 days of the retreat date.

If WHI cancels your trip due, but not limited to weather, epidemic or other environmental or safety conditions, no refunds will be given.

WHI STRONGLY RECOMMENDS TRIP INSURANCE TO PROTECT YOUR INVESTMENT.