backpackinG 101

Utah is home to some of the best backpacking destinations in the world.  Come and explore the mountains and canyons with us as you learn the fundamentals of outdoor leadership!  Backpacking 101 will teach you the basics of wilderness travel and recreation.  Class topics are easily transferable to a variety of wilderness activities from backcountry skiing to climbing desert sandstone.  You'll leave the course with an understanding of wilderness safety skills and how to apply them in the outdoor environment.   Come prepare yourself for a safe and enjoyable wilderness experience!  

This course is a helpful training for an organization to set up for staff members who lead outdoor activities and a great way to provide clients with a foundation to safely explore the backcountry.  We run courses that are three days to multiple weeks long and throughout Utah depending on the season.  Please contact us for more information and pricing.

Course Topics Include:

• Trip Planning and Preparation
• Campsite Selection
• Equipment Maintenance and Field Repair
• Exposure Control
• Expedition Menu Planning
• Backcountry Cooking
• Map Skills and Navigation
• Knots
• Minimum Impact Camping
• River Crossing
• Outdoor Leadership
• Decision Making
• Risk Management