Backpacking Course
Introduction to Backpacking
Hands on course for new backpackers that has two class sessions, a demonstration day plus a field trip
Contacts
- Mon, Apr 16, 2018 - Mon, Oct 15, 2018
- Committee: Tacoma Hiking & Backpacking Committee
- Members: $100.00 Guests: $120.00
- Availability: 3 (35 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
- and much more
Course Graduation Requirements
Attend Lecture 1 and Lecture 2, Gear Demonstration Day, one Mountaineers backpacking trip (a course field trip could fulfill this) and one additional backpacking trip (personal or Mountaineers). Also, complete a stewardship day of your choice.
Field Trip Dates*:
May 5-6 (Saturday-Sunday): Lower Lena Lake
May 17-18 (Thursday-Friday): Ozette Triangle
May 19-20 (Saturday-Sunday): Packwood Lake
*You are not required to participate in the scheduled field trips. You may go on any official Mountaineers backpacking trip that fits in your schedule to fulfill your graduation requirement. Field trips are a great opportunity we provide for you to learn and share with fellow classmates.
Badges you will earn:
Backpacking Course
This course has no scheduled activities.
There are no equipment requirements for the lectures, but there will be for the Gear Demonstration Day and Field Trip. Equipment requirements will be covered in detail at Lecture 1 giving ample time to prepare.
| 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 |