Sponsored by our friends at Osprey, this clinic covers the fundamentals and excitement of long distance thru-hiking. There will be Osprey giveaways and everyone who attends will receive a $10 gear card to go shopping that evening.
Presented by Jack “Tye Dyed Bandit” Schroeder, an Appalachian Trail thru-hiker and backpacking instructor with over 4,000 miles of long distance expedition experience, this clinic focuses on the do’s and dont’s of gear for an Appalachian Trail thru-hike and other long distance endeavors.
Jack will share lessons learned on what to bring and more importantly what not to bring when setting out on a journey longer than just the usual weekend hike. This clinic will include ideas on how to lighten your pack, maintaining gear on the trail, and making your own ultra-light gear to use in the backcountry.
Participants attending who are getting ready for a long distance hike are encouraged to bring their own pack in for a “shakedown” evaluation.
This event is free and open to the public. Kids and well-behaved pets with owner on leash are welcome.
