
Trip
Day Hike - Mount Walker
Conditioning for Kitsap Basic Mountaineering students. Timed: two times up & down with 40-45 lbs in your pack, to and from the first vista. Target time up is less than 1:20. Minimal stopping, focusing on continual moving at a fair pace, not a race or competition just good old conditioning and camaraderie. Total time up and down in less than 4 hours, 30 minutes. The second time up, you can reduce pack weight to 25-30 lbs.
- Info
- COVID-19: Learn about our most up-to-date guidance for participants and leaders on our COVID-19 Response page. All participants and leaders must agree to the COVID-19 Code of Conduct before participating in this Mountaineers activity.
- Sat, Apr 20, 2019
- Kitsap Hiking & Backpacking Committee
- Day Hiking
- Adults
- Moderate, Strenuous 1
- Challenging
- Mileage: 8.0 mi
- Elevation Gain: 4,000 ft
- Pace: Self-paced, 1.75 - 2 mph
- 7 (8 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
Meet at the Mt. Walker trailhead. We'll be leaving promptly at 8:00 am.
Conditioning hike for Kitsap Basic Climbing Students. Please bring a watch to time yourself and weight in your pack. Should be a great quick close to home conditioner.
Required Equipment
- Navigation
- Sun protection
- Insulation (extra clothing)
- Illumination
- First aid supplies
- Fire
- Repair kit and tools, including knife
- Nutrition (extra food)
- Hydration (extra water)
- Emergency shelter
Bring anything else that you need to bring your pack weight up to 40-45 lbs.