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Learn to Backpack - May Lake in Tuolumne MeadowsJuly 17-18, 2010
You've always wanted to get out of the crowded camping areas, and enjoy the peace and beauty of the deep woods and high mountains. You wander through the backpacking section of your local outdoor store and are both enticed and intimidated by all the gear there. Maybe you just aren't sure about sleeping in the woods. Well, this trip is for you!
Creek-side trails. Granite peaks. Mirror-like lakes. Incredible views of one of the most beautiful alpine environments anywhere. All this in our 2-day, 3-mile (plus or minus, depending on trail conditions) round trip backpacking clinic in Yosemite! This is a great beginner trip. The distances we cover are short, the scenery is great, and the information presented by our experienced, professional guides is invaluable.
On this learn as you play adventure, you'll learn to pick a campsite and set up camp, filter water, use a stove, pack your pack efficiently, select food, and choose equipment and clothing. You'll learn secrets to staying warm and comfortable while sleeping, how to bear-proof your camp, and we'll even throw in an introduction to reading maps and using a compass. Throughout the course, we'll have an emphasis on minimal impact camping, trying to leave the area in the same or better condition than we found it, so the next person there can enjoy it as much as we do.
The Trip: We'll meet in the early afternoon on Saturday in Yosemite, giving us plenty of time to get to Yosemite. Each day is just 11/2 miles of rolling terrain past spectacular vistas. We'll set up camp in a remote backpacker campsite near May Lake in the Tuolumne Meadows area of Yosemite National Park and enjoy a marvelous dinner under the stars! Sunday, after fresh pressed coffee and hot breakfast at camp, you'll loop back to the cars.
The short distances covered while hiking provides two benefits. First, you get to experience backpacking without having to hike a great distance from civilization. Second, we'll have more time to spend teaching backpacking skills. It makes for a great weekend!
Level of experience recommended: This trip is designed for first time backpackers, but all other levels are welcome! If you're looking to brush up on your basic backpacking skills this could be a great trip for you. We require that you be in good physical health, and have previously hiked at least a 4-mile hike without discomfort.
Where is this trip?Here's a Google Map to the general area:
Specific driving directions for the trip will come with your confirmed reservation.
Includes:
You need to supply your personal backpacking gear: backpack, tent, sleeping bag, pad, appropriate clothing, and personal items. A complete gear list will be sent to you with your reservation confirmation.
The Outdoor Adventure Club has a supply of backpacking gear available for rent. For a list of available items and pricing, please visit our rental page. Please let us know as soon as possible if you need to rent gear so we can reserve it for you.
Optional Pre-trip meeting at Lombardi Sports:
Pricing:OAC Member: $179 - new lower price for members! Non-member: $249
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Experience the beauty and thrill of your first backpacking trip!
Outdoor Adventure Club guides are professional, very experienced guides, who are certified as Wilderness First Responders and love to share their knowledge. On top of all of that, your classroom is a remote campsite in an incredibly beautiful setting! How can you go wrong?