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Introduction to Three-Season Backpacking

Date and Time

Friday, May 3, 2024 7:30PM - Sunday, May 5, 2024 4:30PM

Location

Cardigan lodge,
New Hampshire, Lakes Region,
NH

Registration

Registration is required for this activity.

Overview

For those with the desire to learn the basics of three-season backpacking. Instruction in general mountain safety, hiking with a full overnight pack, equipment, proper camp site selection and set up, cooking, trail finding, map and compass, off-trail navigation, weather, trip planning, nutrition, and emergency situations. Students will need a good three-season sleeping bag (+20 degree F), warm clothing, rain gear and foam pad. Tents may be provided if needed. This course will offer a detailed and fun filled introduction to traditional 3 season backpacking. Participate in indoor lectures and evening programs, sleeping outside Friday and Saturday night. Participants will prepare one meal outdoors. Workshop will begin promptly at 7:30pm on Friday, ending Sunday afternoon at 4:30pm. Cost is $290/members, $310 non-members. Fee includes materials, lodging, excellent meals and instruction. For further information, to register and to pay online, go to : https://amcnhexcursions.regfox.com/amcnh-excursions-spring-school-2024-may-3-5 Must be 18 years or older to attend. For more information, please contact workshop director Rick Silverberg at 603-4559119, from 7:00-10:30 pm.

AMC Trip Policy

Cost*

Adult: $290 member / $310 non-member
*2 nights camping near Cardigan lodge, Snack 9:30 Friday night , 2 Breakfasts, dinner Saturday night , lunch Sunday and training and materials.

Related Link(s):

https://amcnhexcursions.regfox.com/amcnh-excursions-spring-school-2024-may-3-5

Driving Directions

Click map for driving directions

Do not follow your GPS we will send you driving directions close to the workshop weekend that reflect the best route for road conditions at that time

Setting  up camp

Activity

Backpacking

Offered By

New Hampshire

Status

Full

Nearby AMC Destination

Cardigan Lodge

Difficulty

Moderate

Audience

Adults (18+)


Leader




(best time to call: 7:00 pm -10:30 pm evening)

AMC Trip leader since 1976 .AMC NH Chapter Winter and Spring school Director since 1982. Past Chairman of AMC Club wide outdoor leadership development committee. past Chair New Hampshire Chapter of AMC

Leader



(best time to call: 6:00 pm -9:30 pm)

AMC trip leader 20 years. Co director winter and spring school