Backpacking Essentials Course
Major Topics Covered
- Dayhiking vs. Backpacking
- Physical conditioning
- Boots & socks
- Clothing
- Raingear
- Backpack
- Tent
- Sleeping bag & pad
- Stove
- First aid kit
- Purifying water
- Food & cooking
- Getting clean
- Staying warm or cool
- Leave no trace ethics
- Hazards
- Trip planning
- Selecting a campsite
- Topographic Map & Compass Navigation basics
- GPS Navigation Basics
- Information sources
- Beyond backpacking
- Demonstrations / exercises
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