Friday, May 21, 2021 5:00PM - Monday, May 24, 2021 12:00PM
Summit Bechtel Reserve Glen Jean WV,
West Virginia,
WV United States
This is a three night program for novices who want to build their hiking and camping skills and then go on an overnight backpack. It consists of pre program course content and camping in the relative safety of the 11,000 acre Summit Bechtel Reserve. The overnight backpack may be on Reserve property or nearby in the New River Gorge National Park. At present we are the only group that will be at the facility. Please note that this is a reworked version of the program that was to have been held in the Monongahela National Forest until they decided to cancel all group campsites reservations for 2021. Unlike the previous location the first two nights camping will be in a location that has running water, flush toilets and showers. This location features an Amtrak station in nearby Prince WV serviced by the Cardinal line from NYC to Chicago with stops in DC and along the route. Contact the leader if you need more information about this travel option. Please note that we are only using the facility for hiking, camping and backpacking. We will not be using any of their many other high adventure program offerings. **Please note that Margaret MacDonald is a backpacking leader trainee under the supervision of Jill Watkins who is the leader of record.** Participants will need to bring their own tents, sleeping bags appropriate for the season, pads, backpack and bear canister/Ursack. Your leaders will help advise you if you don't already have this gear. In the event that social distancing (6 feet) cannot be maintained during this activity, every participant must have a suitable medical or cloth mask made of two layers of fabric with them which covers their nose and mouth that they can use. Easy: Reasonable fitness for the expected activity is needed, but the trip is designed for those new to the activity. Expect to be active up to 4 hours/day. A bit more active time than the relaxed rating, but with generous breaks. CARPOOLING: Due to the inherent risk from the COVID 19 virus, carpooling is not recommended at this time. In addition to the AMC waiver, everyone will need to fill out a waiver form for the facility. For more information prior to registering, please contact the leader.
Free
New River Gorge National Park
Backpacking Gear List
Summit Bechtel Reserve Website
Summit Waiver Form - Turn in upon arrival
Disclosed to registered participants.
