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Check out our online & in-person events for the long-distance hiking community! Click on each event below to register (for open non-member events) or to view access codes (for member events).
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Meeting Subject: "Creek Crossings (Part 1)." This online meetup features Ned Tibbits of Mountain Education. We'll focus on safety in the backcountry, and will have an open Q&A at the end. Great for anyone taking on a long-distance hike!
Join fellow long-distance hikers and hiker hopefuls in this fun and themed meetup! This meetup will allow experienced hikers to share their tales from trail, and will give new hikers some insight into trail life. Subjects can include SOS/satellite devices, cameras, phones, multipurpose devices, battery packs/charging devices, navigation devices, tips on updating family & friends, & more.
Ask and answer questions in real-time about the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT)! This format will be an informal open discussion Q&A with new and experienced hikers. Topics can include gear, tips, strategy, resupply, food, and much more.
Ask and answer questions in real-time about the Continental Divide Trail (CDT)! This format will be an informal open discussion Q&A with new and experienced hikers. Topics can include gear, tips, strategy, resupply, food, and much more.
Meeting Subject: "Creek Crossings (Part 2)." This online meetup features Ned Tibbits of Mountain Education. We'll focus on safety in the backcountry, and will have an open Q&A at the end. Great for anyone taking on a long-distance hike!
Talk with people who get it! Join other new and experienced hikers for a casual & open discussion about all things long-distance hiking. Discussion points could include trail life, after trail life, post trail depression support, story sharing, gear talk, future plans, backpacking tips, type 2 fun, and so much more.
Meeting Subject: "Creek Crossings (Part 3)." This online meetup features Ned Tibbits of Mountain Education. We'll focus on safety in the backcountry, and will have an open Q&A at the end. Great for anyone taking on a long-distance hike!
Join fellow long-distance hikers and hiker hopefuls in this fun and themed meetup! Both new and experienced/alumni hikers are welcome. This meetup will allow experienced hikers to share their tales from trail, and will give new hikers some insight into trail life. Sit back, relax, get ready for some laughs, and pour a cold one (if you choose)! Theme: "What was the worst LNT fail you've witnessed, and what would the solution be?"