Backpacking the Back of Beyond

Go the extra mile and join fellow GSMA members for a two-night backcountry experience! Explore a remote area of the Smokies with Naturalist Liz Domingue of Just Get Outdoors while enjoying the ambiance of autumn. Learn the principles of 'Leave No Trace' and put them into action while developing and honing your skills to be a safe and successful backpacker.

Important Information: Gear will not be provided. Registrants must bring their own camping supplies and food.
 
Activity Rating: Strenuous—registrants MUST be in fit physical condition and capable of hiking while carrying a pack.

 

Milage for this Event: 16.8 miles

 

Meeting Location: Twentymile Ranger Station
 
Required Reading: With your ticket purchase, you confirm you have read and agree to our Waivers and Policy Agreements.
 
Event Disclaimer: This information has been designed to be as accurate as possible; however, all programs are subject to change for multiple reasons, including weather.
 
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How Our Fees Work
 
Member Fee: $350
If you have an Individual membership and would like to bring a spouse/partner, please upgrade to a Family membership prior to ticket purchase.
 
Guest Fee: $385
As a member, you are encouraged to bring along a guest. This fee includes admission to this event and an Individual Buckeye membership for your guest.
 
Non-Member Fee: Not available. Branch Out events are offered exclusively to GSMA members. Please purchase a membership prior to joining this event.
 
 
Questions about this event? Call 865.436.7318 extension 254 or email Membership Events Specialist Logan Boldon.
 
 

All proceeds support Great Smoky Mountains National Park

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