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Intro to Backpacking Lecture 1

Lecture: Introduction to Backpacking

Intro to Backpacking Lecture 1 - Mountaineers Tacoma Program Center

This is the first lecture of the Introduction to Backpacking course

Contacts

Haley Thompson
Haley Thompson
Primary Leader
  • Thu, Mar 12, 2026
  • Tacoma Hiking & Backpacking Committee
  • Backpacking
  • Adults
  • Casual
  • 63 (63 capacity)
  • 9 (12 capacity)
  • Tue, Jan 20, 2026 at 9:00 AM
  • Tue, Mar 10, 2026 at 5:00 PM
  • Cancellation & Refund Policy
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This lecture will cover "10 Essentials" and the fundamentals of backpacking gear, including a hands-on portion to check out gear examples.

Lecture 1 will be in-person at the Tacoma Program Center and will begin at 6 pm and end at 9 pm.

Route/Place

Mountaineers Tacoma Program Center

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Required Equipment

Required Equipment

There is no required gear for this lecture.  However if you have gear that you would like an opinion on, you may bring it and we can discuss briefly after class.

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