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WHAT: In an effort to build the outdoor community here in Reno, we are hosting monthly skills clinics! Our goal is to break down barriers of entry, create safe spaces for questions and learning, and a place to meet like-minded adventurers!
As the snow melts off, and you’re getting stir-crazy about how to get into the mountains, organizers will be chatting all things “first backpacking trip”.
Some of the topic’s that will be covered include:
Packing check list
10 essentials and first aid kits
Water purification options
The triangle of camp
Easy meal options
Bear awareness
Apparel
Sleep systems
Recommended first trips
Permitting
… and there will be plenty of time for questions!
Also joining the conversation is Laura from YSP Adventures. Laura is LNT 101, Backcountry and Effective Communications certified. She’ll be chatting all things “Leave No Trace”, to ensure we’re respecting the land we recreate on!
Laura Van Antwerp is a bestselling author and the founder of YSP Adventures, which organizes wilderness retreats, courses, and workshops to help sober and sober-curious people. She is also a backpacking and hiking guide with the Tahoe Rim Trail Association, a Wilderness First Responder, and certified in Leave No Trace
