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WOMEN'S INTRO TO: BACKPACKING

Ladies, learn to backpack like a pro! Learn how to backpack from a guide. Not sure what gear you need or don't have your own? Want to try the gear first before spending your money? No idea where to begin? Don’t sweat it.

Canmore, Town of Canmore, Alberta, T1W 2H4, Canada$395.00 CADchallenging
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WOMEN'S INTRO TO: BACKPACKING

About this experience

Ladies, learn to backpack like a pro!

Learn how to backpack from a guide. Not sure what gear you need or don't have your own? Want to try the gear first before spending your money? No idea where to begin? Don’t sweat it. That’s what we’re here for! Leave the stress behind and sign up for Women's Introduction to Backpacking in the Canmore, AB region.

Itinerary

Day 1

Today is for the pre-trip meeting only. The meeting will be held in person at 7 pm in either Canmore, Nordegg, or Invermere, BC, depending on the trip's location. Exact location TBD. We will make sure everyone has everything they need, introduce the group, laugh lots, and distribute the group gear. Virtual attendance is also an option.

90 min
Day 2

We'll wake up full of energy and drive ourselves to the trailhead. Part of the day will be spent hiking, camp will be set up around mid-day, and the afternoon will be full of instruction and exploring.

480 min
Day 3

After a casual start and a delicious breakfast, our new skills will be honed as we navigate our way back to our cars.

480 min

What is included

Backcountry skills learningWilderness pass for one nightTents for campingAmazingly delicious food from the evening of day 2 (Day 1 is pre-trip) to lunch on the last day of the hike (Day three).The expertise from an ACMG GuideAll group gear - stoves, pots, food storage materials, and water treatmentAll safety equipment - bear spray, first aid kit, emergency communication device, and tarp

What to bring

https://www.getoutsideadventures.ca/images/Get-Outside_GearList-2026.pdf