Lecture: The Essentials of Backpacking
Essentials of Backpacking Show Us Your Gear - Lions Park, Olympia
Student Gear Demo Day Field trip for the Essentials of Backpacking Course
- Sat, Apr 11, 2026
- Olympia Hiking & Backpacking Committee
- Backpacking
- All Who Qualify, Adults
- Easy
- 19 (19 capacity)
- Thu, Jan 15, 2026 at 9:52 AM
- Thu, Apr 9, 2026 at 5:00 PM
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This is a Student Gear Demo Demonstration. Be prepared to bring all essential backpacking items you will need for a planned & unplanned (10 Essentials) adventure in the backcountry.
This includes*:
- Have food items listed on paper for breakfast/lunch/dinner/ snacks for a 2 day trip, but bring food prep and cooking utensils / fuel.
- All clothing items needed including pack, boots, poles and extra gear.
- Sleep system.
- Tent system.
- Water and water purification.
*Gear will be covered in lecture and GEARAPALOOZA field trip. At this Student Demo Day bring all items you CURRENTLY have.
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