Beginner to Advanced Backpacking Series: Level 2 – Day Hike

Jeremiah Pastor “The Bullfrog” – AcadianX Lead Adventure Guide

This is our level 2 event for our “Beginner to Advanced Backpacking Series”. This is a learning event that features an introduction to backpacking and hiking and a day hike through a local wilderness area where we put into action some of the basic skills that we will cover. Your guide will cover:

- - Planning Logistics
  - Route Planning
  - The “10 Essentials of Hiking”
  - Basic Backcountry Navigation
  - Wilderness Travel

We will spend about an hour going over the three topics followed by a hike through the wilderness where we will reinforce the basics that were covered. We will hike in 3 mile segments while taking breaks between each segment. A map of the route we will take is provided. You will need to bring:

- - Baseplate Compass
  - Good athletic shoes or hiking boots
  - Water or sports drink
  - Snacks & a lunch
  - Small pack to keep your hands free
  - Something to take notes on.