Events

In preparation for a backpacking trip on Veterans Day Weekend, we will be hosting a series of backpacking workshops to prepare prospective leaders how to plan their own backpacking trip. If you came to the leadership meeting on Monday you met with the backpacking chair to talk about the steps of becoming a leader. During this workshop we will be planning a backpacking trip.

Whether you have experience or not, all you need is a desire to learn and the time and energy to do it! Please come with the following things:
potential mountain range/location in mind. Some places to look: the Dacks, White Mountains, Southern VT (Stratton Mt), Central VT (Mt Abraham/Ellen), Northern VT (Camel’s Hump) - or anything on the Long Trail? see helpful links for more info
-Backpacking Gear List (marking what you already have) see link below
-Read over the checklist and circle the boxes where you feel like you need more help/preparation
Checklist: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HvCZ90he18dcnL779UToVQ9LhpeH-uYgvWrTPpzjG6U/edit?usp=sharing

Helpful Links:
General tips for trip planning: https://www.thehikinglife.com
Trails: https://www.hikingproject.com or https://www.alltrails.com
Weather: https://www.mountain-forecast.com
First-Aid Kit Checklist: https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/first-aid-checklist.html
Backpacking Checklist: https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/cold-weather-hiking.html
Tips for Beginners: https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/backpacking-beginners.html#choose