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Beginning Backpacking Course

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  • Price: $20.00/per person

    Refund policy

  • Learn basic skills of backpacking. A full-day workshop for novice backpackers. Covers skills, gear, clothing, nutrition, and other necessities. If you've been thinking about trying a backpacking trip but aren't sure whether you're ready, this workshop will tell you everything you need to know before heading out on the trail overnight. In order to cover the course costs, we will charge $10.00 for DV chapter members; $20.00 for non-members. Payment required for registration.  A minimum of 15 participants is required, refunds ONLY if course does not run.

    This is an all day course (8am to 4pm).  The course will be conducted in Mertztown, PA.  Snacks and light drinks will be provided.

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  • Peter Fox

    A course like this takes a lot of preparation. It has been posted for over two months.

    April 26

  • mel hodges

    Do we have to wit till next year? there seseems to be interest. I just saw it and would go.

    1 · April 22

  • Geri

    Just saw this and was going to sign up when noticed u cancelled it. Would be interested in attending one and hope u schedule it for near future. Thanks. G

    April 21

  • Peter Fox

    All,
    The total participation did not meet the minimum required to run this course. We'll post again next year.

    April 21

  • Vivian

    Sorry didnt realize the location was 2hrs away

    April 21

  • Gopi

    Hi, Just saw this and I'm quite interested. Have seen this in the past and wasn't able to attend. Please let me know if you can still accomodate a straggler. I'd like to sign up.
    Thanks,
    Gopi
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    April 21

  • Peter Fox

    Last two days to register!

    April 19

  • Adrienne

    I so wish I could, but I have a commitment! I hope you schedule another one!

    April 9

  • sharon

    Sorry conflict with unexpected travel.

    March 25

  • Jocelyn

    Took this course last year. It was an awesome course! And I survived the Inka Trail to Machu Picchu thanks to the great suggestions on gear. I highly recommend it! :)

    February 22

  • Robin

    Peter, You are highly recommended by Terry B, and Bette & Al. Glad were finally connecting. Hope to learn a lot!

    February 16

  • Peter Fox

    For those who are not familiar with this annual course may want to view testimonials from the 2012 Beginning Backpacking Course on April 21st 2012.

    February 12

Cancelled

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