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Troop 26
Backpack Trip
Dates: Mar 29 (Saturday) - Mar 30 (Sunday)
Intermediate - Advanced Backpack Trip
We will be leaving at 6am sharp from the Church, to backpack along the Appalachian Trail in Pennsylvania. This hike is for experienced backpackers. You must have had your backpack checked out prior to the trip. Statistics: 15 miles / 1000' vertical. Near Hawk Mountain, Port Clinton, Pennsylvania. Beautiful views - pray for good weather! Contact Mr. Gray for detailed information on this trip.
Leave: 5 AM - Medford Methodist - leave to drive to mountain and move cars
Return: ~2pm Sunday Mar 30th at Methodist Church
Distance: 15 miles hiking and PLENTY of up and down vertical!
Hike PLAN:
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Sat IN at: Eckville - parking south of that shelter
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Sat Night at: Windsor Furnace Shelter on AT
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Sun OUT at: Port Clinton on AT
Adult Coordinator: Bob Gray
Cost: $10 - Price of freeze-dried foods divided among group
Preparation: Make sure you are in reasonable shape. Check your backpack prior to the trip. Make sure boots are broken in. Wear good socks. Prepare for weather / emergencies.
Don't Forget: 2 quarts of water per person, rain gear, pack sleeping bag in plastic garbage bag, permission slips!!
Emergency Cell Phone Numbers: Bob Gray 609-685-7124 / Bill Dreisbach 609-744-4120 / Ed Martino 609-790-0627
References: Backpacking Checklist