Summary

Intro to High Sierra Backpacking

Prices From	USD$ $395.00
1st Departure	07.13.2012
Provider	Adventure Out LLC
Destination	Yosemite National Park
Duration	3 Days
Challenge
Avg Rating	Not Rated

If you want to learn how to plan, prepare and venture into the wilderness on your own, this trip is for you. The goals are not focused on endurance or technical hiking, but rather to teach all the elements of how to backpack using leave-no-trace ethics. We will be hiking into the pristine and beautiful Ansel Adams Wilderness in the Sierra National Forest! This trip will include a pre-trip orientation meeting where participants will learn all things necessary for planning a backpacking trip. We will cover how to choose a location, equipment, and what to expect on a backpacking trip. In addition, participants will be paired up in cooking groups to plan and prepare meals for the group on the trip (meal costs included in your trip fee). This trip itself will not be too strenuous, but we will be hiking approximately 20-25 miles over the course of three days. Come experience the beautiful Sierra Nevada and sleep under the stars. Cook over a fire and relax by alpine lakes. This trip has a lot to offer educationally as well as being great for anyone who wants to adventure through one of the most beautiful landscapes in California. The trip itself will be 3 full days and 2 nights in the backcountry of the Sierra Nevadas in California. In addition to having a great adventure through one of California's most majestic landscapes, you will also learn essential backcountry skills so that you can begin to plan expeditions on your own. Participants and guides will work together to navigate the trails, set-up campsites, and prepare meals.

Itinerary

Pre-Trip Meeting

A 1/2 day class will be arranged approximately 3-4 weeks before the trip date.  During this class, Adventure Out's experienced guides will help you plan for your trip and also teach you how to plan your own backcountry trips.  We'll go over all the basics including route finding, wilderness permits, emergency prepardness, meal planning, gear and equipment, clothing, and packing.

Trip - Day 1

This trip will start in the morning as we head out in to the beautiful Ansel Adams wilderness and explore the Lillian Lakes region of Sierra National Forest.  Upon arrriving at our first campsite, you will receive your first lesson in campsite setup and Leave-No-Trace backcountry ethics.  You'll also have time to take a dip in the wate, explore, and relax!  Dinner by the campfire never tasted so good.

Trip - Day 2

This day will be the most mileage intensive day as we visit many lakes and vistas of this high sierra region. We'll study local flora and fauna as well as learn how to handle the stresses that can begin to appear as we venture further into the backcountry.  Navigation, route-finding, and wilderness safety will be discussed.

Trip - Day 3

After a warm cooked meal, we'll gather together to start the last day of the trip and share our experiences.  Be prepared to spend at least half the day in the wilderness and returning to the trailhead in the late afternoon.

Gear List

Adventure Out will supply all the group items for a backcountry trip (stove, fuel, cookware, water purifier, etc.)  A complete gear list will be provided to you upon registration. A basic outline is as follows: -Appropriate backcountry clothing -Backpack, sleeping bag, sleeping pad, tent (all these items are available for rent upon request). -Toiletries -Water bottle or hydration pack -Personal Items (camera, sunglasses, journal, hat)

Travel Information

Activity Location

Yosemite National Park
Yosemite National Park, CA USA

Money

Your trip will be reserved and paid for in advance - there is no need to remit payment at the trip site.  However, our guides work very hard to show you and good time and they do accept gratuities - it is an excellent way to say thank you for a great trip.

Destination Location

From Oakhurst, CA: -Take Hwy 41 North -Turn Right at Bass Lake Rd -Turn Left at Beasore Rd -Turn Left on Forest Service Rd 5S05

Guide(s)

Our adventurous guides are expert instructors and are all C.P.R., First-Aid, and Wilderness Medicine certified.  All Adventure Out guides have a minimum 10 years of experience and are trained naturalists.  They are ready to share their knowledge of the flora, fauna, and natural history of the Sierra region with you.

Transportation

Transportation will be arranged at the pre-trip planning class.  Rideshares of van transport will be provided.

Accommodations

Camping and backcountry fees are included in your trip fee.  Backpacking equipment is available for rent upon request.