Basic Backpacking Course * Eagle Rock * May 16-17, 2026
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Date: Sat May 16, 8:00 AM PST - Sun May 17, 5:00 PM PST
Category:
  • Outdoor
Level:
  • Seniors,
  • Volunteers,
  • Cadettes,
  • Ambassadors

The second part of our threestep wilderness progression, designed for individuals, teaches everything you need to know to begin a multi-night outdoor adventure. Gain the knowledge you'll need to make important decisions about gear, clothing, and trip planning, then hit the trail to practice and hone your skills


Instructor:  Marilyn Sedlund and Josie Burye

 

* All participants must have completed GSSD Wilderness Hiking Course * All Adults must be background checked and have Live Scan fingerprinting on file with council *

 

* Pleaste note : 85lbs is the minimum weight for all participants and the prerequisite of being able to carry 25-35lbs (20% of body weight) for this program*

 

These dates below are required to attend :

 

Zoom Meeting : April 21 7-9pm

Class : April 25 Balboa Campus 8am-noon

Hike: May 2 Lake Poway

Planning Meeting : May 7 Balboa Campus 7-9pm

Pack Check: May 13 TBD Balboa Campus

Overnight Trip" May 16-17, 2026