Wilderness Wonderland Adventures

## Overview

Discover the beauty of Panther Creek Falls, one of Georgia's most fantastic waterfalls and wilderness areas. A very popular outdoor destination, Panther Creek Falls features a heavy flowing creek along the trail, offering an awe-inspiring hike and plenty of zen. This 1-night/2-day backpacking trip will introduce you to the joys of backpacking, while minimizing the barriers to entry (backpacking gear, planning, security, and logistics). All you have to do is show up with a good pair of hiking boots or trail shoes, meals, and clothes, and we will take care of the rest. In addition to learning the fundamentals of backpacking and discovering the beauty of the wilderness, you will learn basic survival skills and commune this your fellow campers around a warm campfire, allowing you to disconnect and recharge.

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## Trip Details

• Day 1 – Hiking distance: 2.5 miles to campsite; an additional 0.5 mile to waterfall (plus 0.5 mile back to camp).
• Day 2 – Hiking distance: 2.5 miles to car.
• Total hiking distance: 6 miles
• Driving time from Atlanta to trailhead: 1hr 40min
• Maximum reservations available: 8-10 backpackers
• Minimum required for trip: 4 backpackers (If the minimum is not met, you will be contacted 1 week before the trip to discuss options.)
• Difficulty: (Moderate) This is a beginner to intermediate level backpacking trip with some steep ascents, descents, rocky and rooty terrain, and creek crossings. You will be expected to carry your own backpacking gear (between 25-30 pounds) for 1-1.5 hours each day as we hike to our campsite and out. Hiking boots or sturdy trail shoes are required.

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## What's Included

• Backpacking gear: Backpack, tent (one-person or two-person), sleeping bag, sleeping pad, camp chair, cooking kit, water filtration, water bladder (as needed), first aid kit
• In-person pre-hike meet-up: Introductions, what to expect, food options and preparation, gear use, gear distribution and packing
• Backcountry camping permits and fees
• Backpacking instruction: Packing your backpack, maintaining healthy feet, navigation/mapping, water purification, food preparation and storage, and leave-no-trace principles
• Wilderness instruction: Fire starting, water purification, animal encounters, strategic planning, strategic thinking, and first aid
• Experienced guides: Guides have years of backpacking experience, throughout the USA and abroad, and are trained in wilderness first aid and CPR.

## What's Not Included

• Meals (suggestions for food options are provided)
• Personal items (clothing, hiking boots, toiletries, extra gear)
• Transportation to trailhead

## See website for full itinerary, details, and to book a spot.

## Overview

Discover the beauty of Panther Creek Falls, one of Georgia's most fantastic waterfalls and wilderness areas. A very popular outdoor destination, Panther Creek Falls features a heavy flowing creek along the trail, offering an awe-inspiring hike and plenty of zen. This 1-night/2-day backpacking trip will introduce you to the joys of backpacking, while minimizing the barriers to entry (backpacking gear, planning, security, and logistics). All you have to do is show up with a good pair of hiking boots or trail shoes, meals, and clothes, and we will take care of the rest. In addition to learning the fundamentals of backpacking and discovering the beauty of the wilderness, you will learn basic survival skills and commune this your fellow campers around a warm campfire, allowing you to disconnect and recharge.

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## Trip Details

• Day 1 – Hiking distance: 2.5 miles to campsite; an additional 0.5 mile to waterfall (plus 0.5 mile back to camp).
• Day 2 – Hiking distance: 2.5 miles to car.
• Total hiking distance: 6 miles
• Driving time from Atlanta to trailhead: 1hr 40min
• Maximum reservations available: 8-10 backpackers
• Minimum required for trip: 4 backpackers (If the minimum is not met, you will be contacted 1 week before the trip to discuss options.)
• Difficulty: (Moderate) This is a beginner to intermediate level backpacking trip with some steep ascents, descents, rocky and rooty terrain, and creek crossings. You will be expected to carry your own backpacking gear (between 25-30 pounds) for 1-1.5 hours each day as we hike to our campsite and out. Hiking boots or sturdy trail shoes are required.

***

## What's Included

• Backpacking gear: Backpack, tent (one-person or two-person), sleeping bag, sleeping pad, camp chair, cooking kit, water filtration, water bladder (as needed), first aid kit
• In-person pre-hike meet-up: Introductions, what to expect, food options and preparation, gear use, gear distribution and packing
• Backcountry camping permits and fees
• Backpacking instruction: Packing your backpack, maintaining healthy feet, navigation/mapping, water purification, food preparation and storage, and leave-no-trace principles
• Wilderness instruction: Fire starting, water purification, animal encounters, strategic planning, strategic thinking, and first aid
• Experienced guides: Guides have years of backpacking experience, throughout the USA and abroad, and are trained in wilderness first aid and CPR.

## What's Not Included

• Meals (suggestions for food options are provided)
• Personal items (clothing, hiking boots, toiletries, extra gear)
• Transportation to trailhead

## See website for full itinerary, details, and to book a spot.