Backpacking Essentials
Everything new hikers need to know before they head out on their first backpacking trip.
From gear to food to wildlife and safety, it’s all in here.
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Backpacking Skills
Learn and practice the skills you need to keep yourself safe out on the trail.
Planning and Logistics
Make sure you have all the gear you need, nothing that you don't, and plan your first overnight hike.
Community Support
Join a small Facebook community of like-minded hikers who are also just getting into backpacking.
What's included
Additional resources
You’ll also have lifetime access to my resource library of complete gear checklists, the backpack weight calculator to help lighten your load, written lessons and how-to skills videos.
Everything you need to know, all in one place.
How it works
This 7-week program is designed to take brand new backpackers who are stuck in information overwhelm to totally ready to rock their first backpacking trip.
This is an online program that includes written lessons, resources to help you plan a trip and sort out your gear, pre-recorded how-to videos to master backpacking skills, and a supportive community of like-minded hikers to help you keep moving towards your hiking goals!
And of course, you can ask me any questions along the way 🙂
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Backpacking Essentials For?
This is perfect for you if:
You are new to backpacking and are not sure where to even begin.
You are terrified of going on your first solo hiking trip.
You feel like you aren’t fit enough, fast enough, or knowledgeable enough to have a safe and successful hike.
You are confused about gear – do you have everything you need? How do you get everything you need? Do you have way too much?
You have some day hikes under your belt and you’re ready to be a badass backpacker. But you need a little help physically, mentally and/or financially preparing for your first long distance hike.
What's Included?
The Backpacking Essentials Program is a 7 week online course. Each week I will send you a new video lesson about a different backpacking skill or risk management topic.
You’ll also be invited to join a small hiking and camping community on Facebook to be able to chat with other new and experienced hikers. This group is also your space to ask questions, and ask for support.
You will also have lifetime access to my resource library of backpacking resources, gear checklists, and how-to skills videos, including any updates that are added over time.
aBOUT mALLORY
Do you want to become a badass backpacker?
But maybe you’re not quite sure exactly what steps you need to take, skills you need to know, or gear you need to have to get there.
Whether you have no hiking experience at all or have some short day hikes under your belt, you can do this, and I can help.
I fell in love with backpacking after walking over 1,300 miles of the AT and now help others experience the wonder of living and traveling in the great outdoors.
As a life coach, outdoor recreation professional, and avid hiker with a knack for logistical planning, I want to help you thrive on the trail.
Dream big, hike far, Mallory