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LA - Camping/Backpack: Historic Sturtevant Camp (6 meals + mule pack included!) (Fri, June 26, 2026)

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Join us for an exclusive three-day weekend at Sturtevant Camp, a magical gem in our local Angeles National Forest.

Just a short distance from Los Angeles, Sturtevant Camp is a world away... in the upper reaches of Big Santa Anita Canyon, tucked into our vast San Gabriel Mountains. The camp was founded 133 years ago -- in 1893, during Southern California's “Great Hiking Era,” and has delighted generations of campers. Thanks to dedicated volunteers, the camp has survived many natural disasters, and is now reopened for Great Outdoors to celebrate Pride Month with our own Summer Camp Weekend at Sturtevant!

We will hike in on a gradual, lovely 4.2-mile trail, enjoy a lunch break at popular Sturtevant Falls, then continue to camp. We'll carry our own backpack with clothes and light gear, but we'll be assisted by a pack of donkeys who will carry our food ahead of time, and pack out our trash!

Sturtevant Camp is a place to unplug and relax, with a main lodge for group cooking and meals, a game and music room, bunk bed cabins and showers, and a giant swing! If you look forward to a slow weekend enjoying canyon life, local history, making our own entertainment, and a nostalgic summer camp in good company, then this is the nature weekend for you!

Trip Info Session! Thursday, June 11, 7-8 pm.
Ask all your questions - online! (Click Zoom link ) Meet the trip leaders, who will discuss this special trip itinerary, go over the plan & logistics, meet those registered and interested, and answer any questions. Whether you're curious about the trip, or already registered, we encourage you to join the meeting! The session will be recorded and sent to registrants in case you can't make it.

Event registration is open: to any adult over 18, including non-members.

Trip cost: Includes meals (2 dinners, 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches), lodging & facility rental, mule pack transport for group food, and supplies.

Hiking information: Map | Distance: 4.2 miles one way | Elevation gain: 1,247 ft | Level: Intermediate. "It typically takes guests two to three hours to hike here." The beautiful riparian and upland trail includes stream crossings, white alder trees, quaint stone and wood cabins, shaded canopy, check dams, and forest views.

Schedule (subject to change)

Friday, June 26: Hike in

9:00 am: Carpooling and early arrival to Chantry Flat parking lot are strongly recommended to find limited parking and save on fees. A paid parking pass is required for each day of parking. We recommend you purchase in advance: see Parking Pass options below. Adams Pack Station may have them for sale. You will need three daily USFS Adventure Passes (3 x $5 = $15).
10:00 am: Meet group at: Sturtevant Falls Hiking Trailhead
10:15 am: Hike in to the canyon
11:30 pm: Lunch break at Sturtevant Falls
3:00 pm: Arrive at Sturtevant Camp. Check-in. Host orientation. Settle in. Free time. Explore the surroundings
4:30 pm: Dinner crew: Cooks
5:30 pm: Dinner
6:30 pm: Cleanup crew
7:00 pm: Evening activities, games
9:30 pm: Lights out (Each night: Camp lights/electricity turns off)

Saturday, June 27: Free day

8:30 am: Breakfast crew: Cooks
9:30 am: Breakfast
10:15 am: Clean up crew
Free day! Relax at camp. Personal time in nature, Read, Big swing, Music. Explore! We will also have optional group activities: Crafts, Games, Volleyball, etc.
12:30 pm: Lunch station
4:30 pm: Dinner crew: Cooks
6:00 pm: Dinner
7:00 pm: Cleanup crew
7:30 pm: Sharing Circle/Talent Show, games, music/dance

Sunday, June 28: Hike out

8:00 am: Breakfast crew: Set up
8:30 am: Build your own Breakfast and Lunch station
9:30 am: Clean up crew
Clean up all cabins by 10 am, move bags to lodge
Clear main kitchen and lodge by 12 noon.
12:00 pm: Hike out
3:30 pm: Back at Trailhead

Everyone will need to carry in their own backpack:

Please read Sturtevant Camp's Camper Information List. Think of this trip as "backpacking-lite." We'll carry our pack for a few hours, but not have the heavy burden of a tent, cooking gear, food... and we'll stay in comfort! This is a great beginner-level trip to see how you like it, and build up experience for longer daypacks like Yosemite's High Sierra Camps, El Camino pilgrimage, or true backpacking!
Remember: Pack light. Don't bring heavy or unnecessary items.
Sheet, sleep sack or sleeping bag + pillowcase + towel for shower
2 days/nights clothes: layers, underwear, socks, shorts, pants, jacket, pajamas/evening wear, slip-on shoes or sandals for around camp
Toiletries (small shampoo/soap, toothbrush/paste, personal needs, medicine)
Earplugs, head lamp, sunscreen, bug spray/bug net in case it's buggy.
Wear shoes with good tread
Lunch/snack/water bottle for the hike in.
Optional: Hiking poles, snacks/drinks, BYOB (please enjoy responsibly), power bank, charger, a book, arts & crafts, activity, favorite game to share, musical instrument
Something to share for our Sharing Circle/Talent Show: Something personal? Fun? Your favorite poem, song, scary story, joke, group sing-along/skit/dance/drag routine?

Provided at Camp:

Main Lodge - Dining tables, wood burning stove, large kitchen, drinking water
Bunk bed cabin (with a mattress, a fitted sheet cover, a blanket, a pillow. Note: Sheet and pillowcase are not provided.)
Shower Rooms - Bathrooms with hot running water, flush toilets, showers
Camp Activities - The Big Swing, badminton / volleyball court, shuffleboard and horseshoes; ping pong, hiking
Fireplace Room - board and card games, piano and folk instruments
Nature trail out to the canyon overlook, also excellent for sunrise and night-time stargazing.

Group meal ingredients: The pack mules of Adams’ Pack Station will carry these in for us.
You do not need to bring a tent.
There is no cell reception or wi-fi.

History

Founded in 1893 by Wilbur Sturtevant, Sturtevant Camp is the only surviving resort from Southern California's "Great Hiking Era" in the Big Santa Anita Canyon when it operated as a popular wilderness getaway. It even features the oldest U.S. Forest Service ranger station structure still standing on its original footprint. Built in 1903 by Ranger Louis Newcomb, the cabin is an engineering marvel with hand-hewn logs that remain structurally sound to this day. The camp is closely tied to the legendary Adams Pack Station, in Southern California, and the only full-time, year-round donkey-packing service in the Western United States!

Message from the Trip Leaders:

We have wanted to organize a Sturtevant Camp weekend for many years, and are excited to finally do it! We look forward to having a very special summer camp weekend with you all!

Trip Leaders: Bryan Matsumoto bmotzbmotz@gmail.com Mobile: 626-246-8634 and Jeremy Munns

We’re looking for creative helpers! We invite you to help us plan this summer camp weekend. Do you have skills to share, for example yoga or cooking? We would love help with organizing fun group camp activities, crafts, games, dance/music and planning our group meal recipes! Please let us know if you'd like to help!
Please tell a trip leader anytime you are leaving the group, for example, to hike during free time.

Cancellation policy: Refund available through June 15 with a $10 processing fee. Refunds not available from June 16, but reservation is transferable to another person.

Additional parking pass options:

We recommend purchasing the parking pass ahead of time, online or in-person from US Forest Service offices, Big 5 stores or other locations.
The USFS Adventure Pass website lists vendors and other details.
Consider buying the annual pass instead of three daily ones. It is $30, and you can buy a second annual pass to give to another vehicle, for only $5 extra. These are only available at certain locations, call to confirm availability.
Other Federal land passes are accepted as well, such as the America the Beautiful National Parks pass.

SD - Camping/Backpacking - John Muir Lakes (Sun, July 05, 2026)

Sun, 05 Jul 2026 22:00:00 GMT

John Muir Wilderness 9 Lakes Backpack

in the Sabrina Basin (Intermediate)

July 5-7 Campout, July 7-11 Backpack

Total Distance: 17miles (7mi with backpack)  Elevation Gain: 3,400ft (1,500 with backpack) Route Type: Out and Back

We have room for up to 10 backpackers, plus 10 car campers (or 5 RVs)

If you’ve longed for space and time to soak in the unfathomable beauty of a place and love to wander and explore and bask in the majesty of wilderness without having to pack up and move camp and hike every day, this trip is for you! Every part of this trip is spectacular! It is rated as intermediate based on length of the backpack (4 nights/5 days), distance traveled from vehicles, terrain, elevation, elevation gain and loss and expected weather.

Blue Lake: In Inyo National Forest (Sabrina Basin) is a stunning, crystal-clear alpine lake at roughly 10,400 feet elevation. Known for its brilliant blue-green water, it is surrounded by jagged 13,000-foot granite peaks, meadows, and wildflowers, offering a quintessential Sierra Nevada wilderness experience. Situated in the John Muir Wilderness above Lake Sabrina, the area features waterfalls, dramatic granite cliffs, and high alpine meadows. The trail to Blue Lake is well-traveled, often serving as a starting point for exploring deeper into the Sabrina Basin, including Dingleberry, Hungry Packer, and Midnight Lakes, and we will explore all of those lakes – and more – on this trip.

Night sky: This trip will offer exceptional, dark-sky viewing conditions with a waning crescent moon that rises late, allowing for prime stargazing. Early July is peak season for viewing the galactic core of the Milky Way, with the best viewing being between 00:00 and 5:00. The Alpha Capricornids meteor shower will be active. It is known for producing slow-moving, bright fireballs. Venus will rise more than 2 hours before sunrise, while Mars and Uranus will be close together in the sky on July 4.

Schedule

Sunday, July 5 - Arrive, check in, set up, welcome tea, campfire. We will enjoy the first two nights at beautiful and spacious Four Jeffrey Campground in the Inyo National Forest, which extends along the South Fork of Bishop Creek at 8,300 ft. elevation. Two sides are shaded by aspens, cottonwoods, and Jeffrey and lodgepole pines. Each campsite accommodates 2 vehicles and up to 6 campers, with a bear locker and picnic table. Restrooms have flush toilets and sinks. Firewood is available from the camp hosts.
Monday, July 6 - Two options for activities:

- Boating on Sabrina Lake, picnic lunch, dinner, campfire (boat rental not included in registration fee, last time we rented a rowboat. Fishing is also an option).
- Moderate loop hike to Long Lake (https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/long-lake-via-bishop-pass-trail) which starts from the South Lake trailhead and goes part way to Bishop Pass, (https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/chocolate-lakes-loop-trail), tea, pot luck dinner, campfire.
Tuesday, July 7 - Any car campers will break camp and head home by noon. Backpackers will drive to the Sabrina Lake trailhead and park, then hike to Blue Lake and set up camp for 4 nights on the granite benches on the west-side of Blue Lake. Explore the lake, soak your feet, take a dip.

Wednesday, July 8 - Day hike to Baboon Lakes (2 mi. rt, 600 ft. elev. Gain), or Donkey Lake (1 mi. rt, 240 ft. elev. Gain). The view of the Sierra Crest reflecting in the upper Baboon Lake is considered one of the most beautiful spots in the Sabrina Basin.
Thursday, July 9 - day hike to Hungry Packer, Midnight, and Moonlight Lakes (7-8 miles rt, 1,500 ft. elev. Gain/loss). Here is a beautiful blog with pictures and short descriptions of the hike: https://www.out-hiking.com/blog/backpacking-to-hungry-packer-lake-bishop-california

Friday, July 10 - Free day – rest, relax, explore other nearby lakes (e.g. Emerald).
Saturday, July 11 - break camp, hike back down to Sabrina Lake parking lot, drive home

Important Considerations:

Must have at least:
- Basic backpacking experience
- Some lightweight gear that is suitable for backpacking. Note: Some items may be loaned by the trip leader and/or SDGO as needed but would need to be determined well in advance of the trip.
All food and toiletries for the 4-night, 5-day backpack must be stored and carried in a bear canister in your backpack.
Must be able to carry a 35-40 lb. pack uphill at a moderate pace for 4 miles at elevations from 9,000-11,500 feet.
We will rotate carrying any group equipment (e.g. first aid kit, water filters, mosquito shelter).
After registration, please expect an email from the trip leader, Steve Fitzgerald (steve.thrives@gmail.com) to arrange a time to discuss this trip, answer any questions you may have, and make sure it is right for you.
We lucked out and were able to obtain a wilderness pass for up to 10 backpackers in our group!
Priority will be given to those who are able to commit to the entire trip. If you’d like to join but can only participate for part of the trip, please contact Steve to discuss.

Weather: Expect warm days and chilly (low-mid 40s) evenings and mornings. Dressing in layers is the best way to manage the possible range of temperatures. Precipitation is always a possibility, so rain gear is mandatory.

Bring: 10 Essentials for the campout and hike. Steve will send registered backpackers a list of required and recommended gear for the 4-night backpack.

Cost: $40 for tent Camper Only, $50 for Camper/Backpacker, $80 for RV camper only (note: no hookups). When capacity is reached, a waiting list will be in effect. Cancel by June 15 to receive a refund.

Other considerations: As with any backcountry experience, this one is "Leave no Trace" - our trash comes out with us, including toilet paper, and excrement is buried and covered far away from water sources. Active bear area - mandatory use of either bear cannisters or hanging food sacks.

Directions: 370 miles, 6+ hours from San Diego. Take 15 to 215 to 395 N to Bishop. In Bishop, turn left on S Lake Rd (CA 168) and follow it 15 miles to Four Jeffrey Campground in Inyo National Forest, and turn LEFT into the entrance, then right to our reserved sites.

Trip Leader: Please contact Steve Fitzgerald at steve.thrives@gmail.com

SD/PS - Backpacking - Mount San Gorgonio Summit (Sat, August 08, 2026)

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 21:00:00 GMT

SD/PS - Mount San Gorgonio Backpack

3-day backpack trip along Vivian Creek to the Summit

Saturday, August 8 thru Monday, August 10th, 2026

Mount San Gorgonio, tallest in So. Cal 11,503 ft

MEET AT: Vivian Creek Trailhead parking lot, 41900 Falls Rd., Forest Falls, CA

TIME: 7:30am meet and go over rules, 8:00 to begin hike.

Note: If there is forecasted extreme heat or hazardous weather conditions, that the event may need to be postponed.

DISTANCE all three days combined: 17.5 MILES ROUND TRIP

ELEVATION gain total trip: 5501 ft. Starting at 6002 ft. to 11,503 ft summit

DIFFICULTY: Strenuous. Please bring the essentials gear.

HIKE LEADER: Thomas Wiedemann and Bill Stanhope 619-306-2378

SCHEDULE

Saturday, August 8, at 7:45 am we will meet at the parking lot of the Vivian Creek Trailhead to go over the rules. At 8am, we will begin backpack hike 5.1 miles and 3198 feet along the lovely Vivian Creek surround by giant old-growth pines to the primitive High Creek site. High Creek Camp site is in a wildflower covered meadow at treeline with spectacular views of the Inland Empire. There are no showers, no toilets and no water except from the creek. I will bring a water purifier for all to share. We can pitch tents (unfortunately, no fires) and relax and savor the spectacular views.

Sunday, August 9, at 8am (or earlier if everyone agrees) We will enjoy breakfast then pack all food and water to take on hike, and leave bedding and clothes in our tents. We will then take a leisurely 3-mile 2,303 ft hike up through the high country to the 11,503 foot summit, and then 3-miles and 2,303 feet back down to High Creek Camp. From the summit, almost all of So. Cal can be seen; from the distant Sierra Nevadas to the high deserts, to all the LA Basin and Catalina, Palm Springs, all the way down to San Diego County and Mexico. After reaching the summit, we will hike back to High Creek Camp to spend the night.

Monday, August 10, 8am (or earlier if everyone agrees) we will enjoy breakfast, pack up, and hike the 5.1 miles back to the parking lot.

Dont forget to bring your Ten Essentials!

If interested in the backpacking adventure, contact Billstanhope@cox.net for the rules of the San Gorgonio Wilderness and a list of everything you will need to bring. This is a long a strenuous hike, but luckily, it will be broken down to 5 to 6 mile per day segments. There are no toilets and running water except for a creek. Only strong hikers who can carry their packs for 3 days should attempt this. The views will be amazing. Plus, you will accomplish reaching So. Cal’s highest point.

Health Problems/Allergies: Discuss any medical concerns with the trip leader that may affect your ability to complete the event.

SBVC - Duck Creek Campout (Revised) (Wed, August 19, 2026)

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Ready for an Unforgettable Escape? Come join your GO friends to Southern Utah! -Updated ticket costs-

Tired of the daily grind? Then it’s time to trade traffic for towering trees and spreadsheets for starry skies! Join your Great Outdoors friends on a five-day, four-night camping adventure in the breathtaking landscapes of Southern Utah!

We’ll be setting up camp at Duck Creek Campground, a peaceful hideaway nestled in the Dixie National Forest near Cedar City—just 450 miles east of LA. You’ll be surrounded by groves of aspen and Douglas fir, with ancient ponderosa pines (some over 500 years old!) standing tall all around you.

There are hiking trails right from camp,Duck Creek Pond and Navajo lake nearby if you feel like casting a line, renting a boat or just kicking back. One day, we’ll hit the trails at Cedar Breaks National Monument—a jaw-dropping natural amphitheater—on a scenic hike along the South Rim Trail (note: there’s a $15–$25 fee per vehicle to enter). We’ll also explore the Mammoth Lava Caves, a wild formation from Utah’s volcanic past.

And if that’s not enough? Zion and Bryce Canyon National Parks are just about an hour away. If you forget something or need supplies, Duck Creek Village is just down the road with shops, firewood, and a few local eats.

So….Let’s get outside, breathe in that mountain air, and make some memories!

Details:

We have reserved campsites 087,089, 090(Loop D)

We are allowed one vehicle per site, however there is overflow parking which is about ¼ mile away at the visitor’s center. We may be able to park a few more vehicles at the campsite but that will be figured out when you get there. There is a fee for overflow vehicles in camp which the driver will be reimbursed.

Sorry because of the limited space, this is tent camping only.

There are no showers so bring your solar shower, however, Pine Wood resorts, which is in Duck Creek Village,offer showers if availability permits, $10/person.

Campground amenities include flush toilets, fire rings, picnic tables and potable water.

Make sure to bring firewood and buy it locally as they are discouraging firewood brought in from outside the area due to exotic pest infestation.

For more info about duck Creek Campground go to:

Duck Creek, Dixie National Forest - Recreation.gov

Registration $85 for driver, $70 for Passenger, tent camping only

Registration by credit card only

Each camp site is allowed one vehicle per site, (we probably can squeeze a few more in) but overflow parking is available at the visitor’s center, and carpooling is highly encouraged to limit the number of vehicles. Let the trip leader know if you have room to share in your vehicle.

Itinerary:

Wednesday Aug. 19^th: Arrival AFTER 2pm. Meet and Greet tea and other yummies! Feel free to share your favorite finger food and/or beverage if you so desire, GO will be providing drinks and snacks as well. BYOB. Dinner on your own. Campfire gathering

Thursday Aug. 20^th: Breakfast on your own. Explore local trails around the area, TBD at the site. Lunch on your own, more exploring, Potluck dinner! Prepare your favorite dish for 4 to 6 people. Campfire gathering

Friday Aug 21^th:Breakfast on your own then drive to Cedar Breaks National Monument (carpooling to be figured out) Pack a lunch. Taking the5-mile South Rim trail which offers spectacular views, a moderately strenuous hike but well worth it! Have plenty of water, comfortable hiking shoes and sunscreen! Dinner at a nearby restaurant. (Paesano’s Pizzeria or Aunt Sues Chalet) Return for our Campfire gathering.

Saturday Aug 22^th:Breakfast on your own, visit Navajo Lake, maybe rent a boat or walk around the lake, more exploring TBD. Have lunch in Duck Creek Village. Dinner on your own, relax, take in the beauty, campfire gathering.

Sunday Aug 13^th: Our last day! Breakfast on your own, pack up and head out and prepare for your next GO adventure!

Note: This itinerary is subject to change as weather, moods and circumstances permit!

Refund Policy: Cancel on or before August 10th you will receive a refund minus a $10 processing fee. Sorry but no refunds will be issued after that date.

Contact the trip leader if you need to cancel.

This event is limited to GO members only. When you register, you’ll need to have your credit card ready and pay your registration fee within 15 minutes. If you’re not a member, you can first join as a member online and then return to register for the event. We’d love to have you join!!

Dogs are allowed if they are on a leash.

Weather this time of year is usually pleasantly warm and breezy (low 80’s high 70’s) Very slight chance of rain but it has been known that an occasional thunderstorm can pass through now and again, so be prepared!

Bring your 10 essentials, camping and cooking gear, food and a bundle or two or three of firewood. (We can always go down the road to buy more)

Sunscreen and a wide brimmed hat and comfortable hiking shoes highly recommended!

Additional e-mails will be sent out with more details, changes and other pertinent info as the date of the trip nears.

Your Trip Leader, Brian Miller: Duck Creek, UT (circa 1963)
muddbilt@comcast.net

SD - Backpacking - Boundary Waters Canoe Area (MN) (Sun, September 20, 2026)

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Boundary Waters Canoe Area:

The Crown Jewel of Minnesota

Sunday Sept 20 - Saturday Sept 26, 2026

Trip Description: Join us for this once in a lifetime opportunity to visit the crown jewel of Minnesota nature, the Boundary Waters Canoe Area. Located in northern Minnesota on the Canadian border, this area is famous for its pristine lakes, singing loons and great fishing. This trip will be a backpacking canoe trip, meaning every participant will work in community with others on the trip to share responsibilities like cooking, building fires, switching off paddling, and securing food supplies overnight. Trips to the BWCA are considered a right of passage in Minnesota culture, and I am excited to share this experience with you!

Note: Flights to/from MSP Airport are not included. Our backpacking trip will start at the bunkhouse the day (9/20) before our permit start date of Sept 21st (Mon) until the end of our permit on Sept 26th. Plan an extra day on both ends for air travel to/from MSP Airport and the drive from the BWCA to/from MSP Airport.

Map Website:

Route Overview: Starting on Clearwater Lake (Entry Point #62) we will travel northeast by canoe to Mountain Lake where we will begin our paddle loop through the wilderness! Red line indicates our ~30 mile route. We will have two base camp days at Campsites #2/3 and #4/5 of the trip, averaging 7-8mi/day traveling.

Distance: ~30miles

Route Type: Loop

Schedule:

Sunday, Sept 20th

Arrive to MSP, drive to Outfitters (5-6 hours). Overnight stay at Clearwater Outfitters bunkhouse Entry Point #62. Equipment check.

Monday, Sept 21st

Depart from entry location, Point #62 Clearwater Lake and paddle northeast to Mountain Lake, navigating one portage (80 rods) and camp on Mountain Lake. Note: Pending Outfitter confirmation, route may be done in reverse.

Tuesday, Sept 22nd

Wake up and begin with 3 portages (65, 40, 140 rods) down Pigeon River. Paddle across Moose Lake, portage Pigeon River (125 rods), through North Fowl Lake, through 3 Royal River portages (100, 20, 60), paddle south throuth Little John Lake, paddle across McFarland Lake, and portage 10 rods to Pine Lake to camp for night.

Wednesday, Sept 23rd

Base camp day. Enjoy camp and adventures in Pine Lake to Johnson Falls, hike portages to adjacent lake, or fishing!

Thursday, Sept 24th

Canoe west across Pine Lake and portage 75 rods into Little Caribou Lake. Portage 25 rods into Caribou Lake to camp for night.

Friday, Sept 25th

Base camp day. Enjoy camp and adventures in Caribou Lake!

Saturday, Sept 26th

Canoe out of BWCA through 105 rod portage to Clearwater Lake to exit #62. Return supplies to Outfitters. Return to MSP for flights home

Cost: See per person registration type. This includes canoe rentals, permits, and Bunk House accommodations the night before, if available. Flights not included. Food and Travel (car rental/ride) coordination is recommended with the Trip Leader.

Cancellation/Refund: Refunds are available until Aug 1st, 2026. Unless an alternate attendee is confirmed, a refund will not be provided after 8/1/2026.

Travel: Coordination with the Trip Leader is encouraged. Flights are not included, but an early arrival Tuesday is recommended for the drive up to BWCA. You are responsible for your travel to the Outfitters, but Trip Leader assistance is available. Direct flights from San Diego to MSP are available through Sun Country and Delta Airlines. It is a 5-6 hour drive from the airport to the BWCA, so early arrival is critical.

Experience: This trip does not require previous canoe/portage experience, and is considered an intermediate route due to the number of portages and base camp day(s) included in the schedule. If you have never portaged or paddled, please let the Trip Leader know and they will be more than happy to explain skill requirements. We will be teaching these skills day 1 and on as well!

Weather: This is the end of the mosquito season, meaning mosquitos will be waning but this is always location dependent in the BWCA. This late in the season none are expected at this time. September in the BWCA at Clearwater Lake offers a mix of stable, warm early-month days and cool, unpredictable late-month conditions, with temperatures generally ranging from 40–60°F (4–16°C). Early September has fewer bugs and warm water, while late September brings fall colors and cooler nights.

Bring: 10 Essentials (no kidding, every person needs a personal first aid kit); water filtration; food for each meal plus extra snacks; water bottle and filter system; sleeping bag and pad; tent; appropriate footwear (land and water); layered clothing; jacket; rain gear; wide hat; compass; toilet paper & trowel; jet boil/compact camping stove; fire starter; headlamp; sunglasses; sunscreen; insect repellant; camera and entertainment (book, card game, etc).

Note: Some communal equipment will be utilized, like jet boils/stove and Duluth packs to reduce duplicative equipment being carried.

Other Considerations: As with any backcountry experience, this one is "Leave no Trace" - our trash comes out with us. Active bear area - mandatory use of either bear cannisters or hanging food sacks.

Trip Leader: Tyler Roosden (651.497.1611) or at TheRoosdens@gmail.com