Weekend Retreats: Introduction to Backpacking

True self-reliance is earned one step at a time. This immersive, weekend-long program is the definitive course for anyone ready to move beyond day hikes. Our expert guides will teach you the foundational skills of a competent backpacker: campsite selection, bear safety, backcountry cooking, and navigation. You will leave with the earned confidence to begin your own backcountry journeys.