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Intro to Backcountry Workshop · Wednesday, July 6th, 2016

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Organized by: Carly Peterson.

Start: Wednesday, Jul. 6th, 6:30 pm

Description:

Are you new to the outdoors? Maybe you've been on some local day hikes and want to see what backcountry hiking & backpacking is all about? Come to this workshop, and we'll give you some tips and advice to get you sorted out for summer trips. Bring yourself, your friends, and your questions! Not a VOC member yet? Come anyway! We can tell you more about the club and sign you up at the workshop.

Topics include:

-How to pack and what to bring, including packing demos & examples

-Footwear and clothing choices

-Food 

-Why is my pack so heavy?

-Backcountry bathroom business

-Sleeping gear

-And more!

When? Wednesday, July 6, 6:30pm

Where? VOC BBQ (NW Marine & Tolmie)

 

PS. If you are experienced and would like to help out, please send me an email!

Posted: 2016-06-21 13:26:52
Last modified: 2016-06-24 19:42:52