Women's Introduction to Backpacking
Weekend - A weekend of fun and empowerment

This is an introduction to multi-day hiking with a big pack in the Catskill Mountains. You will learn how to pitch tents, build fires, filter water, cook food, and develop other basic outdoors skills such as map orienteering and Leave No Trace principles.

The itinerary follows a moderate trail but can be challenging for most who've never hiked while carrying a pack weighing 25-30 lbs. Candidates should currently do some form of physical activity (walk, gym, bike, yoga, hike, etc.)  before signing up. Gear (tents, sleeping bags, mats, backpack, cooking stove & pots, water filters) will be provided for those who need them. If you have your own, please bring it.

One month prior to the trip, have all of your medical forms filled out and sent to Alpine Endeavors. At this point, your guide will contact you to review the details of the weekend and answer any of your questions.
 
Friday 7 PM
Meet at the Holiday Inn in Kingston. We review gear and pack. The Holiday Inn is easily accessible from exit 19 of Route 87. Room is included and based on double-occupancy.

Saturday
Depart @ 8 AM from the Holiday Inn.
Drive to trail head in the Catskills.
Hike to today's destination – about 4-6 hours
 
Sunday
Hike to next destination – about 5-7 hours
Drive back to Holiday Inn.

Included is: one night of hotel prior to trip (double occupancy), all meals, equipment (tents, sleeping bags, sleeping pads, backpack, cooking stove & pots, water filters), and guide.

Not included: Transportation, Saturday AM breakfast, clothing and any equipment on gear list not listed as provided, gratuities,,and any other items not listed under Included.

Bio of Guide: Myriam is a New York state licensed hiking and camping guide, AMGA certified Single Pitch Instructor, and certified in Wilderness First-Aid & CPR with over 25 years of backpacking experience in North America and abroad.

Questions about the trip? Please email Myriam.

Backpacking along the Overlook Mountain Trail

Rates
$495 per person for a party of two to three
$395 per person for a party of four or more

You do not need to be in a pre-formed group to join. This group can be formed by separate individuals.

All rates above are based on a 6:1 (hiker:guide) ratio

Questions about the trip? Please email Myriam.