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Date: Sat Nov 14, 10:00 AM CST - Sun Nov 15, 12:00 PM CST
Category:
- Outdoor
Level:
- Cadettes,
- Seniors,
- Ambassadors,
- Volunteers
Backpacking Orientation is a prerequisite to join the Backpacking Special Interest Group. This training covers all the basic knowledge required for troops and individuals wishing to go backpacking. Don't worry if you might be the only girl in your troop or an individually registered girl who might be interested in backpacking. You won't be the only one! You will be in a group of new friends for the weekend. You will learn how to pack a backpack, care for a tent, and cook on your own personal stove. You will transfer your camping gear to your backpack, hike two miles to the campsite and set up your tent, where you will spend the evening on a mini backpacking adventure! Enjoy the campfire, savor dinner on your own stove, and settle in for the night in your tent on the ground under the stars. After packing up your gear the next morning, you will hike two miles back to the main part of camp, say goodbye to your new friends and count down the days until your first weekend backpacking trip!
Note: Upon arrival, you will meet at "Podville" near the Treelake camp entrance.
Hosted By: GSSJC
Adult Requirements: This is a drop-off event, adults do not need to stay unless they also wish to take the training (Girl Scout ratio will be met by facilitators). This event is overnight, so all adults that do attend must have a current membership and background check.
Tagalongs: No tagalongs are allowed at this event.
Bring: Girl Permission Slip/Medical Form or Adult Emergency Slip,.(A complete packing list and instructions will be included in the event confirmation sent when registration closes.)
COVID-19 Guidelines: Click here for Councils current Covid 19 guidelines
Contact: Ashlie Watson 713-292-0300 aswatson@sjgs.org (Registration) Registrars, 713-292-0370, registration@sjgs.org
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