WASHINGTON

Backpacking & Wilderness Retreats

Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest

Group & Private Programs

Providing high quality backpacking instruction & intentionally crafted additional offerings.

oriented towards building relationships with place, ourselves, and others.

All Courses provide a Leave No Trace Awareness Certificate.

Scholarships available, Apply here.

Mind-Body Mountain Retreat

Somatic Experiencing facilitated by Demi Fair

August 14-19, 2023

Baker-Snoqualmie NF, WA

Moving Mindfulness Retreat: An exploration of embodied Health

Yoga Therapy facilitated by Hanuman Hudson

October 9-14, 2023

Pasayten Wilderness, WA

Custom Guided Adventures

Olympic National Park

What IS provided:

  • Expert instruction

  • A safe and inclusive container

  • Specialized support in each course's focus

  • Art supplies (if indicated)

  • The itinerary/route and information about how to adequately prepare

  • Topographic Map Reading

  • Off-Trail Navigation with Map and Compass

  • Leave-No-Trace Awareness Certificate (Some courses offer a Leave No Trace Trainer Certificate)

  • Camp Craft

  • Mountain Weather observations

  • Backpacking Basics and Self-Care

  • In addition to tried and true, pro tips, and nuanced gear advice.

What is NOT provided:

  • Camping gear (tent, sleeping bag, sleeping pad)

  • Cooking gear or food

  • Transportation to/from the trailhead

  • Any personal equipment (backpack, boots/shoes, clothing, raingear)

  • Map or Compass