Backcountry Camping 101

We will learn the ins and outs of backcountry hiking and camping.

Calling all backcountry enthusiasts! Learn the ins and outs of planning, executing and enjoying a backcountry hiking and camping trip! In this four-session camp, we’ll teach you how to pack effectively, plan your trip, meal-prep and how to be safe in the backcountry!

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Backcountry Camping 101
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1 Your Guide

Kristen Murrell Learn more about me

I live in beautiful Nelson, BC! I like to do anything outside: backcountry skiing, rock-climbing, trail running, camping, and cycling. I’m passionate about hands-on, self-guided learning. My teaching philosophy is rooted in students feeling safe, supported, and in an environment where they can learn through doing.

I used to work as a hiking guide, taking guests to see fossils that are over 500 million years old in the Canadian Rockies!

2 Materials Needed

paper or notebook, pen/pencil/felt pens, backpack (anything will do!), gear for hiking/camping (some ideas: rain jacket, snacks, headlamp, first aid kit, etc.), a shoelace or small piece of rope to practice knots, comfortable clothing for stretching

3 Learning Focus

  • Communicating
  • Collaborating
  • Creative thinking
  • Personal awareness & responsibility
  • Social awareness & responsibility

4 Registration

You’re selecting a Realtime Camp A one-time Livestreamed Activity led by a qualified Guide.

5 Best Suited For:

Stick figures of varying sizes waving

My age is between 12 - 17

Yellow and blue gear

All experience levels are welcome.

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I can do this independently.

An open book

I can read independently.