Big Bend Backpacking: Leader Training Trip
Friday, Mar 23, 2018 - 9:00 am through Sunday, Apr 1, 2018 - 6:00 pm
Julie Brown
Shaina Clemens
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Are you looking to become an Outing leader? Join us on this leadership training trip in Texas' magnificent Big Bend National Park!
This trip will be a welcomed challenge, both physically and mentally. There will be higher milage, technical terrain, elevation gain/loss, and extra planning with water and heat. We encourage you to look up Big Bend National Park prior to applying just to get a feel for the deserty conditions and terrain. We can't wait to tackle this trip with you!
Participant Expectations:
- Effectively lead and co-lead on certain days of trip
- Be prepared to teach backcountry/leadership topics to other group members (will be mentored through this process)
- Must have previously-developed backpacking technical skills & be able to demonstrate backcountry knowledge. This trip will be heaviliy focusing on leadsership development and facilitation skills. We are requireing a base rating of BP3.
- Must have fleet certification/have ability to become fleet certified
Upon successful completion of this trip, there is the potential to be given a Backpacking Leader 4 Rating. This will give you more opportunities to lead and participate in difficult trips in the future!
Cost: $270 - This will cover all backcountry meals, travel expenses, as well as permits. Please bring cash for personal snacks/souvenirs/emergencies/meals on the way down and back up.
Feel free to reach out to Shaina Clemens or Annie Eggert with more questions!
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Registration Count
Registration Type | Registrations | Remaining |
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All Participants | 6 | 0 |