The second part of our three step 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: Val Ross & Kevin Hill
* 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 :
Class : March 21 - Balboa Campus 8am-5pm
Hike: March 22 , Mount Laguna 8:30am-3:30pm
Meeting: March 25 - Balboa Campus 6pm-9pm
Pack Check : April 8 or April 9 - Balboa Campus 6pm-9pm
Overnight Trip : April 11-12, 2026 PCT Eagle Rock