Home Up Intro to Backpacking Ultralite Backpacking

 

Ultra-Light Backpacking

 

Two classroom sessions and  a weekend overnight trip will provide you with many ideas and tips on how to lighten your load.  This class is beneficial for those out for a weekend as well as the long-distance hiker.  By minimizing the weight and amount of gear carried, the ultra-light backpacker can quickly cover more miles with less effort.  Bring your pack and gear to be evaluated and we will discuss lighter alternatives - many of which you can make yourself.

TOPICS

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Evaluate your current gear

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Make lightweight gear

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Clothing

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Shelter

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Food & Water

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The light state of mind

 

PRICE:  1 person - $600, 2 persons - $500, 3-6 persons - $350. Includes instructor(s) and round-trip transportation from the Portland area. 

 

 

Your Instructor, Renee Patrick, has successfully thru-hiked the Appalachian Trail (2,175 miles), the West Highland Way (100 miles), the Pacific Crest Trail (2,663 miles), and the Colorado Trail (485 miles).  Let her help you get out the door and onto a stunning trail.
  Sign-up using our secure form, give us a call at (877) 965-5100, or send an e-mail.

Scheduled Class:

Portland Community College:
Central Workplace Training Center, 1626 SE Water Ave., Portland, OR

Price: $250 + $29 Tuition

DATES:

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Classroom - 6:30-9 PM, June 8 & 10, 2009.

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Overnight Backpacking trip - June 13-14, 2009

 Register Online or call PCC at 503-788-6265  to register for course #24409.
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Call (877) 965-5100  or e-mail us to schedule a class.