Backpacking Skills Equivalency Application

Please fill out this form to apply for the Basic Backpacking Skills badge.

This application is for those who already have the skills encompassed by the Basic Backpacking Skills badge. If you are enrolled in a backpacking course that automatically awards this badge upon completion, you do not need to complete this application.

Fill out and submit this application.
The application will be sent to the applicable Backpacking Chair for review.
Equivalency is for members only. If you are not already a member, consider joining The Mountaineers!

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Your Name

Your Email

Are you a current Mountaineers member? You must be a Mountaineers member to receive a skill badge.

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No
I'm a Guest Member

Which branch are you affiliated with? If your branch does not have a backpacking committee, please indicate your preferred branch - otherwise we will direct you to the next closest branch. Note that the options below reflect where we currently have backpacking committees.

What phone number can we use to reach you?

Backpacking Skills & Experience Please describe your last two backpacking trips including length in days and miles, season, and location. Additionally, include and what skills you used during those trips with specific reference to the skills listed in the Basic Backpacking Skills badge.

Skills Assessment: Water Filtration What water purification method do you use and how did you choose it?

Skills Assessment: Pack Weight Please define Base Pack Weight and Total Pack Weight. What is your typical base pack weight and total pack weight for an overnight backpack trip?

Skills Assessment: Sleep Systems What are the main components of your sleep system and how did you choose them among the alternatives?

Thank you for your interest in our backpacking programs! We will forward your application on to one of our volunteers, who will review it and get in touch with you about how to move forward. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Member Services at info@mountaineers.org.

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