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MertroParks: Intro to Backpacking For Women

Five Rivers MetroParks Program

Join other women interested in backpacking to get an orientation to backpacking. This class, taught by female backpacking experts, will cover trip planning, trail techniques, nutrition, physical fitness, 'Leave No Trace' concepts, and female specific techniques. Introduction to Backpacking or other demonstrable experience is a prerequisite for Outdoor Recreation Department backpacking trips.

Fee: $5.00

Advance Registration Required With Five Rivers MetroParks. Call [masked] or register on-line.

More Info: http://metroparks.org/GetOutside/Backpacking.aspx

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  • Andy Niekamp
    Andy Niekamp

    If you enjoyed this program and want to learn more check out the Ladies Only - Red River Gorge Backpacking Workshop and Trip on May 17-19. Fee $79. Just two spots left. More info here: http://www.outdooradventureconn...

    March 20

  • Joy
    Joy

    This was a great session. I really enjoyed the enthusiasm and knowledge provided my the instructors!

    March 15

  • Jackie
    Jackie

    Excellent base level introduction to planning your backpacking trip and equipment.

    March 15

  • Darlene
    Darlene

    I attended Intro to Backpacking last yea. This class taught me more. Enjoyed Angie, Emmy &i Lucy, Very smart. Thank you Ladies for all you do
    :)

    March 15

  • janet scaggs
    janet scaggs

    Great class - informative, fun and energizing

    March 15

  • Terri
    Terri

    Very educational and interesting class. After it was over with I actually was interested in backpacking.

    March 14

  • Mountain Laurel
    Mountain Laurel

    Great class and they helped me adjust my day pack properly! Hurray!

    March 14

  • Mary Therese
    Mary Therese

    Sounds like a great class -I'll be there

    March 13

  • Andy Niekamp
    Andy Niekamp

    If you like what you learn at the Intro To Backpacking class and want to give it a try check out this trip: http://www.daytonhikers.org/eve...

    March 2

  • Sunshine
    Sunshine

    My niece is registered and will be joining me.

    February 13

  • Peggy N
    Peggy N

    I had to miss this last year, would like to be there this time!

    February 6

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