LLREC 756 - Beginning Backpacking

Interested in backpacking but unsure where to start? Come to this two-hour class and learn the basics you'll need to wilderness camp. We'll cover gear, how to pack, hygiene, and wilderness etiquette, and we'll share tips on how to select a trail and distance that will get you started on the right foot. We'll also show you how to choose among luxuries that are worth their weight and those you can leave behind. We will cover basic food for the pack as well, but for more information on this topic, please see 'Gourmet Backpacking Food,' under 'Food and Wine'.