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Backpacking 101

September 20, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm PDT


$25.00
This event is for members only-please join, for free, The Koa Club Membership, or if you are already a member, please log in to your membership to register for this event.

Organized by

Morgan Boyle, Account Executive – NW Territories at Biodex Medical Systems, Inc., and Travis Moerk, Research Scientist at University of Washington – School of Medicine

Come learn the basic skills you need for backpacking in our beautiful Pacific Northwest. Our speakers will cover topics such as choosing your backpacking gear, planning a backpacking trip, setting up camp, determining your food and water options, following the “Leave No Trace” rules, and staying safe while backpacking. This event is led by two experienced and avid hiker and backpacker who will share their knowledge gained from personal experience.

Read this article on how studies have found that backpacking can improve your career and mental health: https://www.theladders.com/career-advice/backpacking-could-do-wonders-for-your-career-and-mental-health.

Fee

  • Free for TKC members
  • $25 for non-TKC members
  • Cash Bar only
  • Light bites provided

Event limited to 30 registered participants only

Details

Date:
September 20, 2019
Time:
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm PDT
Cost:
$25.00
Event Category:

Venue

Cure Cocktail
1641 Nagle Pl
Seattle, WA 98122 United States
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