BACKPACKInG 101
reserve a space at gmanagerkc@backwoods.com.
April 15, May 20 • 7:00-9:00pm
We look forward to seeing you on the 16th. If we
have more than 10 people interested in the hike we
Find out how to make the transition from camping
will schedule another one for later in the month.
next to your car to backpacking into a camp
This event is rain or shine!
in the backcountry. During this informative,
interactive clinic you will see the latest and
IntRodUCtIon to CLIMBInG
greatest backpacking equipment. Participants will
PARt one
receive insider tips on fitting, packing and what
May 11 • 7:00-9:00pm
to look for when buying equipment. There is no
fee for this clinic and no RSVP needed. Scouts are
Join us for an informative, interactive class that
always welcome. Contact Katie with any questions,
will provide first time or novice climbers with
slssupkc@backwoods.com or 913.451.8881.
an introduction to basic climbing procedures,
terminology, knots and the proper use of
ULtRA-LIGht tRAveL FoR
equipment. This clinic will be led by Kansas City
BIKeRs—Both PedAL &
Climbing Club President, Corbin Brady and our
MotoR
Operations Manager, Scottie McElroy. There is no
April 18 • 4:00-5:30pm
fee for Part One. RSVP preferred, but not required.
Contact Scottie at opsmgrkc@backwoods.com or
Learn how to lighten your load and travel more
913.451.8881. Part Two will be scheduled at a later
comfortably on any trail or road. Every ounce
date and posted on our website.
counts and we will give you tips on how you can
lighten your load and show you products that
BARKIn’ BACKYARd At
will aid you in comfort on next adventure. There
BACKWoods
is no fee for this workshop and no RSVP needed.
May 25 • 7:00-8:00pm
Contact Katie at slssupkc@backwoods.com or
913.451.8881.
Grab the leash and bring your dog to Backwoods
for our Barkin’ Backyard Fun Night. This informal
BACKWoods hIKInG CLUB
clinic with review pack fitting and camping with
May 16 • 8:00am-Noon
your pet, plus water safety and low light safety.
We will have products available from Ruffwear,
Location: Overland Park Arboretum (8909 W. 179th
camper’s testimonials and an opportunity to ask
St. Overland Park, KS 66085) Time to take some
the expert. This event promises to be a wagging
time and smell the new flowers! The Overland Park
good time. No RSVP is necessary for this free
Arboretum is a beautiful colorful walk through
event. Well behaved dogs on leashes welcome
wooded and paved trails. We will start at the
and please only one dog per person. Please
parking lot at 8:00 am. Trekking poles, water and
contact Tony with any questions, slsmgrkc@
boots are highly recommended. We are taking
backwoods.com or 913.451.8881.
reservations for 10 people. Please contact Dana to
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