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Backpacking (Ella Baker)
Learn basic skills for your first backpacking trip before hitting the trail. Learn from a seasoned backpacker who is a Wilderness First Responder how to choose a trail, pack a backpack, set up a tent, use a backcountry stove and water filter, use a gear list (provided), read a map, protect food and maintain gear.
This orientation is required prior to any on-trail first-time backpacking trip with Backpack The Trails LLC. Please note that taking this class does not commit any attendees to sign up for a trip.
Tom Neiman
Backpacking Basics Instructor
Tom is the Southwest Community Education Specialist who served this community for over 40 years. He took his passion for recreation and incorporated into his programs. He has led biennial group and personal hiking trips to Glacier National Park, as well as Canoe Trips, Ski Trips and Bike Tours, throughs the upper Midwest for the past 40 years.
AE-45100-F25-EB
Instructors:
- Tom Neiman
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Tue, Sep 29th 2026 | 6:00 - 8:30 PM | Ella Baker School |
| Tue, Oct 6th 2026 | 6:00 - 8:30 PM | Ella Baker School |
| Sat, Oct 10th 2026 | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM | Frontenac State Park |
