An introduction to backpacking, friendly for total beginners!
If this is your first trip, or your 5th trip, you are more than welcome to attend if you have an interest in working on any of the following:
- How to choose a trail
- How to prepare
- How to use your gear
- How to filter water
- What foods work for you
- Navigation basics
- Situational awareness
- Using a personal locator beacon
- Leave No Trace practices
- Building confidence
- Testing gear
- Having fun!
Trail:
This will be a single overnight, low mileage trip with a focus on building skills in the San Diego area.
Looking for interest and this trip will be scheduled at a time that best fits the needs of most.
DISCLAIMER: Hike at your own risk. Be responsible for yourself and your safety. Make good decisions. With any trip, things can change. A go-with-the-flow attitude is always a good thing, and most importantly, let’s all have fun! This is beginner’s hike with a focus on learning. Make sure you are in good enough physical shape for the distance, elevation changes, and terrain. The hike leaders in this group aren’t professional hike leaders. By signing up for these events, you agree not to hold the Meetup organizers responsible for whatever happens to you on these events. The hiking group does not certify the expertise of the organizers, the event or assistant organizers (hike leaders) and…We are NOT responsible for any possible losses or injuries.
