Sunday, March 02, 2008

Who's up for Backpacking?

Kisatchie National Forest

Backbone Trail Backpacking trip

March 14, 15 & 16

Cost $10 plus money for Trip there and back

2 options for leaving

1st group leaves 8am Friday March 14

2nd group leaves Noon Friday March 14


Click here for our pictures of our last trip.

Ages 17 and up!

If you are wanting to bring your child or teenager,

they must be able to carry their own gear and make the hike!

Check with a leader for details.


Details....

This is a backpacking trip not a
"pull up to your campsite" trip.

We will be hiking in
approx. 5 miles to campsite and 5 miles out.

Start getting in shape now.

check out the packing list below.


FAQs…

What should I wear?
Comfortable clothes. Dress in layers!!!
Good pair of hiking shoes, preferably high-tops w/ good treads

If you are buying new hiking boots,
now is the time to get them and break them in!

What Should I Bring?

Click here to download Backpacking List

Remember you don't need everything on this list...
some items will be shared between teams.
ie. tent, stove etc.

For further questions, please contact us.


Medical Release Form...

We have medical release forms that

everyone must fill out.

click here to download medical release form.
This is HPC's policy. So make sure you have your insurance info on hand
Guidelines...
We just have a few guidelines to issue before our eXcursion.
Sign in when you arrive at the church or meet up with a group
We are going as a group with the same purpose and vision.
No Cursing, no alcohol, no crude talk or behavior, &
no sharing tents of the opposite sex unless married
Most important. HAVE FUN!!!
Remember who you are in Christ and who we represent!