Backpacking
Backpacking
Girl Scout backpacking groups have monthly weekend trips from
October to April and sometimes organize a summer trip. Backpacking
groups are a great way for new backpackers to gain skills
by learning from experienced backpackers, and it’s an
excellent way for both experienced and novice backpackers
to meet people who share the same interests and love for the
outdoors. Don’t have all the necessary backpack equipment
for group weekend trips? Arrangements can be made to rent
equipment at the Girl Scout Center through a backpacking group
coordinator. Don’t worry if you might be the only girl
in your troop or a Juliette who might be interested in backpacking.
You won’t be the only one! Sign up for an orientation
and join the fun! For more backpacking information contact
Nicole McInnes at 713-292-0353 or nmcinnes@sjgs.org. |
Backpacking orientation
(Age 13 – adult)
Girls and adults will master the basics of backpacking in
this orientation. The course covers equipment needed, what
to bring, how to pack, how to cook on the trail, and backpack
and tent usage. Participants will learn to: gather information
to prepare for the trip, pitch a tent, tie a sleeping bag
to a backpack, and cook on a sterno stove. Each participant
will pack their own backpack and go on a short hike, then
pitch their Council tent for spending the night under the
stars. This course prepares girls to backpack with a Council
group or with a troop. Adults must complete the Adult Backpack
Training course to be certified to take girls backpacking
outside of a Council-sponsored backpack group. The fee covers
equipment rental (both backpack and tent), backpack manual,
and nylon rope. A packing list and more information will be
sent with your confirmation.
Date: October 30-31 or February 5-6
Time: Saturday 9:30 a.m. – Sunday noon
Place: Camp Camwood, Hockley
Fee: $10, due two weeks prior to event
Event Code: 10-56-05-6240
Register: Use Program Registration Form
Information: Contact Nicole McInnes at 713-292-0353 or nmcinnes@sjgs.org.
Adult Backpack Training
This course is designed to qualify adults to take girls backpacking.
Adults must also complete Standard Troop Camping training
before taking this training. The course will explain Girl
Scout procedures on taking girls on backpacking trips and
include information on backpacks, tents, trails (including
the best trails available in the Houston area), forms, orienteering,
first aid, and equipment. Training will be held at the same
time as the Backpacking Orientation for girls. A packing list
and more information will be sent with your confirmation.
Date: October 30-31or February 5-6
Time: Saturday 9:30 a.m. – Sunday noon
Place: Camp Camwood, Hockley
Fee: $10, due two weeks prior to training
Event Code: 10-56-05-6245
Register: Use Program Registration Form
Information: Contact Nicole McInnes at 713-292-0353, or nmcinnes@sjgs.org. |