Lecture: Introduction to Backpacking
Gear Practice Day - Mountaineers Tacoma Program Center
Bring your loaded backpack for a short practice hike. Instructors are available to discuss how to load and adjust your pack.
- 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.
Contacts
- Mon, Apr 27, 2020
- Tacoma Hiking & Backpacking Committee
- Backpacking
- Adults
- For Beginners (Getting Started Series)
- 30 (30 capacity)
- 4 (4 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
Setup will start at 6:00pm, gear practice will begin at 6:30pm and end at 8:00pm. Please plan to help with putting away chairs and tables. Thanks!
Bring your gear to this session as a final step to prepare for the trail! You have learned the basics, now it's time to put your skills to use by bringing your loaded pack and taking a short practice hike up the hill near the Tacoma Program Center. Instructors will be available after the practice hike to discuss loading and adjusting your pack.
Required Equipment
The 10 Essentials plus:
Tent (or comparable shelter)
Sleeping Bag
Sleeping Pad
Backpacking Stove
Fuel
Food Storage
Backpack
Bowl and Spoon
Water Filter