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Backpacking involves hiking into the “backcountry” to spend one or more nights camping
away from a vehicle and other luxuries. A backpacker carries all of his supplies
and equipment in a backpack to provide his own shelter, food and basic needs or
the means to obtain them. A backpacking trip must include at least one overnight
stay in the backcountry, otherwise we consider the trip a day hike.
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| Day | DateTime | Program | Location | Age | Price | Registration Availability |
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01/22
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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Alcohol Stove Basics
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, so please call (937)-277-4374.
| Five Rivers St. Clair Building | All ages | $5.00 |  |
| Thu |
03/05
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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Intro to Backpacking for Women
Join other women interested in backpacking to get an orientation to backpacking and find your comfort zone in terms of trips and gear selection. This class, taught by 2 of the region's female backpacking experts, will cover trip planning, trail techniques, nutrition, physical fitness, 'Leave No Trace' concepts, and other female specific techniques. Introduction to Backpacking or other demonstrable experience is a prerequisite for local Five Rivers Outdoors overnight backpacking trips. Registration is required, so please call (937)-277-4374.
| Five Rivers St. Clair Building | All ages | $5.00 | |
| Thu |
03/12
6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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Intro to Backpacking
Get an introduction to backpacking and find your comfort zone in terms of trips and gear selection. The class will cover 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 Five Rivers Outdoors overnight backpacking trips. Registration is required, so please call (937) 277-4374.
| Five Rivers St. Clair Building | All ages | $5.00 | |
| Thu |
04/09
5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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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. Walk-ins welcome, registration is not required. For more information please call (937) 277-4374.
| Eastwood MetroPark | All ages | Free | |
| Fri , Sat |
04/17
6:00 PM - 11:59 PM
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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, so please call (937) 277-4374.
| Germantown MetroPark | All ages | $10.00 | |
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Past Activities
The programs below have been run in the past and may appear in the future. Call
(937) 277-4374 to find out when they may be offered again or to put in a request.
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Backpacking in the Appalachians
Last fall, Five Rivers MetroParks brought backpackers from the Dayton region on a four-day
backpacking trip to the Shenandoah Valley. They covered over 30 miles of the Appalachian Trail
on this rugged adventure, challenging even for experienced backpackers.
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Backpacking Basics
Five Rivers MetroParks partnered with Great Miami Outfitters to create an introduction
to backpacking that helps participants find their comfort zone in terms of trips
and gear selection. The class covered trip planning, trail techniques and nutrition,
physical fitness, and "Leave No Trace" concepts.
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Introduction to Backpacking Overnight
This class hit the trail for a trip into the wilds of Germantown MetroPark. Participants
spent a night out under the stars utilizing "Leave No Trace" principles. Discussions
continued throughout the trip on backpacking practices as techniques introduced
during the Backpacking Basics class were applied.
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Featured Park/Amenity
Twin Valley Trail now open!
22 miles of hiking through the beautiful Twin Valley of southwest Montgomery County
connecting Germantown and Twin Creek MetroParks along with group and secluded backcountry
camping will allow everyone to experience the wilds of the Twin Valley and this rural
corner of Montgomery County like never before.
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Ongoing
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Volunteer Trailbuilding Work Days - "Get Out & Build!"
The Twin Valley Trail is a backpacking trail being constructed that will connect Germantown
and Twin Creek MetroParks. Come out and help build the Twin Valley Backpacking
Trail that will include over 22 miles of backpacking complete with secluded backcountry
camping opportunities. No experience is necessary. Bring your energy and work gloves;
tools and instruction provided. Reservations requested; walk-ins welcome: Call (937) 277-4374. For more
trailbuilding opportunities, contact Germantown MetroPark Trail Technician Michael Osborne
at (937) 855-2606 or michael.osborne@metroparks.org to arrange other times to help build the trail.
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Five Rivers Outdoors Backcountry Leadership Development Training Program
The Five Rivers Outdoors Backcountry Leadership Development Program (BLD) will consist
of multiple evening classroom sessions and field experience. Applicants accepted
into the program will learn the fundamentals of backcountry leadership through a
progression of topics ranging from group dynamics, expedition behavior, program
design and site management based on the Wilderness Education Association model.
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Resources
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Partners
Five Rivers Outdoors is excited to work with local outdoor specialty
shops that form the backbone of a thriving outdoor recreation community.
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Clubs
The greater Dayton area and surrounding region is privileged to have dozens of outdoor-oriented
clubs ready to help you "Get Out & Live!". Contact these clubs to find more area r
esidents interested in backpacking:
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