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Beginner Trips

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New to backpacking? Learn the ropes with other beginners in a supportive environment. Our experienced leaders will teach you what to bring and how to pack it; how to fix tasty backcountry meals on a camp stove; how to reduce your impact; and plenty more!

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Trips Found:6


13125A Introduction to Backpacking in the High Sierra, Tahoe National Forest, California
Dates: 7/14/2013 to 7/20/2013 Space Available: More than 5
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13157A Beginners and Beyond in the Wind River Range, Wyoming
Dates: 7/20/2013 to 7/27/2013 Space Available: 1
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13160A Beginner Backpack in Wyoming's Gros Ventre Wilderness
Dates: 7/28/2013 to 8/3/2013 Space Available: Be First on Waiting List!
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13139A Beginners Backpack, Ansel Adams Wilderness, California
Dates: 8/11/2013 to 8/17/2013 Space Available: 3
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13142A Beginner Backpacking in the Emigrant Wilderness, California
Dates: 8/17/2013 to 8/24/2013 Space Available: More than 5
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13150A Beginners Coastal Ramble through Point Reyes National Seashore, California
Dates: 9/15/2013 to 9/20/2013 Space Available: 5
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