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DESCRIPTION
This journey is designed to be accessible to those who have never backpacked before,
as well as to the seasoned backpacker, who desires to embark on a shared group experience, in a wilderness setting.
If you are familiar with this kind of trip, you understand the expansion that comes with
being out, opening to the therapeutic qualities of the natural world, and sharing in a safe communal container.
INTENTION
Venturing out into the mountains together is an opportunity to gain perspective on our lives.
Alongside enjoying a safe expedition and learning basic outdoor skills,
we will take time to practice stillness and observation,
to participate in shared journal prompts,
and give gratitude for the nourishment of meals.
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If you are wanting to pursue clarity, ask some big questions, rediscover
parts of yourself, connect with others, reset, recommit, rewild...
these are welcome intentions upon choosing this trip.
PREP DAY
(Optional)
There will be an in-person seminar on What to Bring & How to Pack
10am-12pm, Sunday October 9th, Nevada City
This will be a great time to meet each other and ask questions!
EXPEDITION
We will hike 4 miles to a lovely lakeside base camp, in the Grouse Ridge wilderness.
From there, we will day hike out into the granite domes, participate in sit spot and writing exercises,
swim in alpine lakes, and come together around wholesome meals.
Packs can be expected to weigh 30-45 lbs.
More information on itinerary will be provided upon confirmation of your spot.
RE-INTEGRATION
Part of why we go out, is to return home-
carrying with us elements of transformation, insight, and renewed respect for the unknown.
Integrating our experiences is fundamental to their sustained value in our lives.
We will conduct a simple ceremony on our final day out, to hone in on what we want to carry back with us, into our daily lives.
There will be an optional meet up for tea one week after return, on Sunday October 23rd.
GEAR
All group gear (stoves, fuel, cookware, water purification, first aid kit, bathroom kit) is provided.
Personal gear (backpack, tent, sleeping bag, sleeping pad) should be acquired individually.
If there is something you are missing, we will do our best to get you what you need!
A pack list will be sent out upon confirmation of your spot.
In the meantime, if you have questions or concerns, feel free to include them in your form, or subsequent email correspondence.
PRICING
$350
Includes all meals
consciously-sourced ingredients,
simple, fresh & nutritious.
*snacks & special dietary needs to be provided by individuals