When it comes to gear there are a lot of options and it’s hard to know what you need! It’s hard to even know what the options are. And then, when it comes to trying something new or stepping out into the unknown, you want to know what really works. Or what doesn’t work. And then everyone’s experience is different, isn’t it? These workshops are an opportunity to join with other likeminded outdoor people to gain knowledge, experience and the skills to be able to journey to and through the places we dream about!
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Step out onto the trail knowing you have everything you need to feel safe, prepared and confident.
Choosing a pack
Water Bottle or Hydration System
Trail Shoes or Boots
Hiking Poles
What goes in your pack
Long Creek, North Carolina
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Knowing where to hike can be challenging when you are new to the area or new to hiking. Discover how to take next steps in planning your own hikes.
Choosing location and route
Identifying potential hazards & obstacles, risk assessment
Hydration and nutrition considerations
Helpful online resources
Grand Canyon, Rim to Rim
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While most of us hike on trails that are known and well traveled, understanding how to read a topographic map and use a compass are skills every hiker should have.
Understand how to read a topographic map
Using a Compass
Identifying your position on the map
Following a bearing
Kirk Creek Campground, California
Workshop date coming soon!
Feel prepared and safe as you explore sleeping under the stars in a local campground.
Bright Angel Campground, Grand Canyon
Workshop date coming soon!
Before you decide to hit the trail backpacking, know what to consider when choosing your gear.
Choosing a pack, tent, sleep, stove and hydration system
Headlamps and light options
First aid
Personal items
Luxury items
Coconino Overlook, North Rim, Grand Canyon
Workshop date coming soon!
Gain an understanding of how to plan and execute an overnight backpacking trip.
Choosing a location and route
Choosing a campsite
Hygiene considerations
Water treatment systems
Nutrition and Backcountry cooking
Workshop date coming soon!
Now that you’re ready, let’s get your gear into your pack in a way that sets you up for a win!
Learn what goes where and why
Best practices for getting your pack on and taking it off
Making adjustments on the trail