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Backpacking Adventure #1

March 7, 2020 @ 4:00 am - March 8, 2020 @ 9:00 am

Free

A short backpacking trip to get the crew some backcountry experience.

Goals:

  • Learn to pack a backpack (weight, weight distribution, etc.)
  • Hike 5-6 miles over two days with an elevation gain of 500-1000 feet
  • Apply/learn map reading, compass, and GPS skills
  • Filter water from a stream
  • Cook backcountry meals
  • Work on scout skills (cooking, fire building, wildlife viewing, etc.)
  • Work on Camping merit badge
  • Other fun stuff!!!

I’m going to give three hike options to review with the crew. They can pick and we’ll start planning.

Details

Start:
March 7, 2020 @ 4:00 am
End:
March 8, 2020 @ 9:00 am
Cost:
Free
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Venue

TBD

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