Backpacking Course
Introduction to Backpacking
Hands on course for new backpackers. We will have two lectures, a gear practice day and multiple field trip options.
Contacts
- Mon, May 6, 2019 - Tue, Oct 15, 2019
- Committee: Tacoma Hiking & Backpacking Committee
- Members: $100.00 Guests: $120.00
- Availability: 2 (30 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
If you are new to backpacking or perhaps a returning backpacker who has not been out for some time, this course will prepare you to safely and confidently enjoy overnight or multiple day routes. Experienced leaders will provide instruction and coaching on:
- Basics of trip planning and route selection
- Gear -how to select without going broke, and how to use it
- Nutrition and Fitness
- Leave No Trace wilderness ethics
- Personal Hygiene while backpacking
- and much more
Graduation Requirements:
-Attend Lecture 1
-Attend Lecture 2
-Attend Gear Practice Day
-1 Mountaineers Overnight Trip
-1 Additional Overnight Trip (Mountaineers or Personal)
-1 Stewardship Day
***More field trips will be posted soon as we coordinate with trip leaders.***
Badges you will earn:
Basic Backpacking Skills
Backpacking Course
This course has no scheduled activities.
There are no equipment requirements for the lectures, but there will be for the Gear Practice Day and Field Trip. Equipment requirements will be covered in detail at Lecture 1. You can find an example packing list under course materials.
Some of your biggest expenses will be:
-Good fitting backpack (50-70 liters)
-Good fitting hiking boots/shoes (recommend waterproof with ankle support)
-Warm, compressible sleeping bag or quilt (rated around 20 degrees)
-Sleeping Pad
We will go over all of this at the lectures, but feel free to contact Lisa ahead of time if you are trying to get a head start on gear!
| Name/Description |
|---|
| 2024 Intro to BP Lecture 1.pdf |
| 2024 Intro to BP Lecture 2.pdf |
| 2024_Intro to Backpacking Resources.pdf |
| 2024_intro to bp_welcome zoom meeting.pdf |
| Flying with Backpacking Gear.pdf |
| Graduation Application_2024.pdf |
| How to Sign Up for Field Trips.pdf |
| How to View Field Trips in Four Easy Steps.pdf |
| Introduction to Backpacking Manual 2017 Manual for backpacking that includes much of the presentation material but not all; plus some additional material not covered in class |
| Mountaineers Trip Expectations Expectations for trip participants |
| Sample Food List |
| Sample Packing List |
| WA Backpacking Permits 2024.pdf |