Backpacking

Day	DateTime	Program	Location	Age	Price
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Mon , Tue , Wed , Thu , Fri	01/04 - 02/26 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM	Try Snowshoeing! This weekday program will run only if there is 3 inches, or more, of snow on the ground so please listen to the weather forecast and keep an eye out your window. Snowshoes will not be loaned out after 4:30 PM to allow participants adequate time to use the snowshoes before the end of the program. If Montgomery County is under a Level II, or higher, snow alert this program will be cancelled. To find out if the program will take place or not please call: (937) 277-4374 and then dial 2 to check for program cancellations.	Five Rivers St. Clair Building	All Ages	Free
Thu	02/11 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Intro to Alcohol Stoves Are you interested in exploring more of the ultralight backpacking evolution? Have you tried an alcohol stove? This evening program is an introduction to alcohol stove building and use taught by a local thru hiking expert. Included are instructions on how to build alcohol stoves, stove demos, and tips on use. Registration is required and limited, so please call (937)277-4374.	Five Rivers St. Clair Building	12Y and Up	$5.00
Thu	03/18 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM	Intro to Backpacking Get an introduction to backpacking and find your comfort zone in terms of trips and gear selection. This class will introduce you to trip planning, trail techniques and nutrition, physical fitness, and 'Leave No Trace' concepts. Introduction to Backpacking or other demonstrable experience is a prerequisite for local Outdoor Recreation Department backpacking trips. Registration is required and limited so please call (937)-277-4374.	Cox Arboretum MetroPark	14Y and Up	$5.00
Thu	03/25 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM	Intro to Backpacking for Women Join other women interested in backpacking to get an orientation to backpacking. This class, taught by female backpacking experts, will cover trip planning, trail techniques, nutrition, physical fitness, 'Leave No Trace' concepts, and female specific techniques. Introduction to Backpacking or other demonstrable experience is a prerequisite for Outdoor Recreation Department backpacking trips. Registration is required and limited so please call (937)277-4374.	Five Rivers St. Clair Building	12Y and Up	$5.00
Sat	04/10 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Volunteer: Backpacking Trail Work Days Help maintain the Twin Valley Backpacking Trail--a backpacking trail connecting Germantown and Twin Creek MetroPark. No experience necessary. Bring your water and work gloves; tools and instruction provided. Meet at the Germantown Park Office, 6675 Conservancy Road. Individuals and groups invited. Groups are 7-15 people and should contact Rachel.Brand@metroparks.org or 937-564-5431. Reservations requested, walk-ins welcome. Youth 14 - 17 must be accompanied by an adult. For more information and to register, please contact (937)-277-4374.	Germantown MetroPark	14Y and Up	Free
Sat , Sun	04/10 12:00 PM - 12:00 AM	Backpacking Basics This overnight field based program hits the trail for a trip into the wilds of Germantown MetroPark on the Twin Valley Trail. Spend a night out under the stars utilizing "Leave No Trace" principles and practice the techniques covered during Introduction to Backpacking. Prerequisite: Introduction to Backpacking. Backpacking Basics is a prerequisite for trips. Gear is available at no additional charge with reservation. Registration is required and limited so please call (937) 277-4374.	Germantown MetroPark	14Y and Up	$10.00
Mon , Thu , Fri , Sat , Sun	04/29 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM	Backpacking the Dolly Sods Join us as we head to West Virginia for a 4 day backpacking trip in the Dolly Sods Wilderness Area, in the Monongahela National Forest, with unique landscapes that resemble the northern Canadian Tundra including flat rocky plains, upland bogs, and sweeping vistas. This is a Level 4 Trip so participants must be in good physical condition. Pre-trip meeting on April 15 is mandatory. Registration is required and limited please call (937)277-4374.	Cox Arboretum MetroPark	14Y and Up	$175.00
Sat	05/08 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Volunteer: Backpacking Trail Work Days Help maintain the Twin Valley Backpacking Trail--a backpacking trail connecting Germantown and Twin Creek MetroPark. No experience is necessary. Bring your energy, water, and work gloves; tools and instruction provided. Meet at the Germantown Main Park Office at 6675 Conservancy Road. Individuals and groups are invited. Groups are 7-15 people. Groups should contact Rachel Brand at Rachel.Brand@metroparks.org or 937-564-5431. Reservations Requested, Walk-ins Welcome. For more information and to register, please contact (937)-277-4374	Germantown MetroPark	14Y and Up	Free
Thu	05/20 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Try Backpacking! Have you ever tried backpacking? Are you even slightly curious? Then come to this evening, hands on program, try on a backpack, talk with local experts, and experiment with some of the gear. Backpacks are available on a first come, first served, basis. Reservations Requested, Walk-ins Welcome. For more information and to register please contact (937) 277-4374.	Hills & Dales MetroPark	All Ages	Free
Sat , Sun	05/22 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM	Lake Vesuvius Backpacking Trip Join Five Rivers MetroParks for another Southern Ohio Classic backpacking trip. Backpack for 2 days in the Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area; part of the Wayne National Forest. Hike through lush forests, rock outcroppings, and the lake. This is a Level 2 trip with Backpacking Basics as a prerequisite. Pre-trip meeting attendance on May 6 is mandatory. Registration is required and limited so please call (937) 277-4374.	Cox Arboretum MetroPark	14Y and Up	$25.00