Backpacking mailing list

Hi, this is not an event, even though it looks like one. This is a mailing list for all those members who are interested in backpacking trips. Backpacking means that you hike with all your camping equipment and food on your back (including sleeping bag, mattress pad, (parts of) a tent, some cooking utensils, and food) to a campsite in the forest. (As opposed to driving in a car to the campground, which is called camping or car camping.) Backpacking requires the following gear: A frame Backpack that holds at least 60 liters Sleeping bag rated to 45f for spring/summer/fall, or 20f for winter, late fall, early spring A sleeping pad Backpacking boots (not trail shoes) All Backpackers must complete a couple of day hikes with this group and be able to keep up the fast group for 10 to 15 miles. You can join this list if you haven't, but I don't take anyone backpacking without being confident in their physical ability. Please RSVP with Yes if you would like to receive emails about backpacking trips and include how many nights you've spent backpacking. If you have any of the following gear, please note it in your RSVP: Car Backpacking Tent and how many it sleeps Backpacking stove and what type/what fuel Cheers, Andre Organizer of backpacking events within the Hiking and Nature Meetup