This is a good course for those who are interested in backpacking but haven't tried it; or for those who've tried it a couple of times but are looking to improve their knowledge. The course covers topics pertinent to backpacking, including how to select and properly pack your backpack, food/stoves and cooking, boots/socks and hiking without blisters (or how to treat them if you get them), tents/sleeping bags and how to be comfortable sleeping on the ground, leave no trace camping (and how to answer the call of nature without any facilities), clothing and layering, and much more.

If you have any questions, contact the Backpacking Committee chair Todd Mitchell at (206) 297-7176 (before 9PM), ( toddbackpack@gmail.com ).