Backpacking Basics

Join us for an interactive workshop where you will learn the essentials of wilderness hiking and backpacking. This session is perfect for beginners looking to dive into the world of backcountry exploration. Historically-excluded communities are especially welcome, and this is a safe space for all.

Our experienced guide will cover topics such as gear selection, pre-trip planning, navigation apps, and Leave No Trace principles. Whether you're planning your first overnight camping trip or looking to enhance your outdoor skills, this workshop will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to embark on your next backcountry adventure. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with fellow outdoor enthusiasts and kickstart your journey into the world of backpacking!

About your host:
Savannah has worked as a backpacking guide since 2020. She is a Wilderness First Responder and has guided in South America and the United Kingdom, in addition to most National Parks of the US.

In 2015 she became a long-distance hiker, walking from Key West to Maine on the Florida Trail and Appalachian Trail. This experience changed her life in many ways, instilling deep gratitude within her for the simple things in life. Since then she has accumulated over 11,000 miles of long-distance backpacking on trails all over the country. She has walked from Mexico to Canada on the Pacific Crest Trail, from Phoenix to Albuquerque on the Grand Enchantment Trail, from Denver to Durango on the Colorado Trail, and from Glacier National Park to Cape Alava on the Pacific Northwest Trail. She has completed remote routes in the Arizona Wilderness as a solo long-distance backpacker, such as the Sky Islands Traverse, which encompasses 10 of southeast Arizona’s most prominent sky islands.