This Yahoo Group is a discussion forum for any topic related to backcountry skiing on Jughandle Mountain in McCall Idaho and coordinating efforts to maintain and improve the Jughandle Hut.----THE HUT----The Jughandle Hut is a backcountry ski hut located on the shoulder of massive Jughandle Mountain on forest land owned by the State of Idaho near McCall. The structure consists of a modified grain silo complete with an entryway, wood stove, kitchen and sleeping bunks. The skiing terrain is excellent and is located directly above the hut. The approach to the hut is about 3 miles long and is not groomed.-----TERRAIN-----The hut is at the crossroads of high alpine terrain and rolling forested meadows which makes a wide range of human-powered winter recreation opportunities possible. Also its high elevation means great snow and great views.-----USE----- For details about visiting the hut please email jughandlehutinfo@yahoo.com. -----BACKCOUNTRY TRAVEL-----Guided trips are not available. Backcountry skiing is inherently dangerous all hut visitors are responsible for their own backcountry safety and route finding so be prepared and make sure to call the Payette Avalanche Center's Avalanche Advisory Hotline before your trip: (208)634-0409 or visit them on the web by clicking the link at the bottom of this page.