Date: Thu Oct 06, 7:00 PM PST - Thu Oct 06, 9:00 PM PST
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This is a two-part training
- Classroom Training via zoom - Thursday, October 6, 2022, 7:00pm-9:00pm
- Backpacking Overnight Training, in-person, Saturday, October 15th - Sunday, October 16th, 3:00pm - 10:00am
- Registration Deadline: October 5th, 2022!
When you register for this, you are registering for the Classroom Training & the Overnight Training. The date on this listing is only showing the Classroom Portion but you will also be Backpacking Oct 15-16
Classroom Training via zoom - October 6th, 7:00pm-9:00pm
- Volunteers from Trek Wild, our Volunteer Backpacking and Hiking Group will discuss local trip planning, keeping girls safe on the trail, Girl Scouts of California Central Coast Backpacking Requirements, Meals, Packing List & Gear.
Backpacking Overnight Training & fun time at Gifford Ranch - October 15 - 16, 2022, 3:00 PM - 10:00 AM
- The hike: We will hike 2.3 miles into the old Gifford Ranch. There is old farm equipment, crumbling building foundations, and cows. We will carry in all of our water, 2-3 liters each.
- No stoves: Stoves are not allowed in the backcountry in the fall in the Los Padres National Forest. Trek Wild will bring a couple of stoves to show you in the parking lot, but the food will be all no-cook. And no hot coffee. :(
- Gear: Borrow a pack, tent, sleeping bag & sleeping pad for free! Trek Wild will bring dinner & breakfast supplies. You supply personal items & snacks.
- On your own: Practice hiking with full backpack 1.5 miles, over hills.
Event Fee: $30 per adult - includes training, meals, and group gear
