Once you havemastered the basics of camping and hiking, the next step is backpacking!Imagine, after a day of hiking through forests, you get to relax in a remotecampsite using only what you have brought in your backpack! Backpacking reallyis the ultimate way to get outside! Sound too difficult? It won''t be once you learn the basics in Backpacking101.
We will reviewtrip-planning tips, gear lists, safety advice, and other essential wisdom everybackpacker ought to know. There will also be backpacking fittings anddemonstrations. And show and tell on howto properly pack your backpack.
Speaker: DaveShaw - Dave has been backpacking for many years and has worked his way acrossBig Bend with his dog Max. Daveunderstands gear, how to make it work for you and what you really need and canleave behind to lighten your pack! Youare in for a treat with a seasoned backpacker with tons of knowledge to share!
REI Houston Galleria Area, 7538 Westheimer 7:00PM - 8:30 PM
