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Miami Group, Sierra Club

Backpack School 2007!

Sign up for the Miami Group, Sierra Club Backpack School where experienced backpackers will teach you the basics of proper gear selection and the skills to enjoy multi-day backpack trips.

The 2-day class will be followed by a weekend backpack trip.

The class will be given at Caldwell Nature Center on Saturday September 15 and Saturday September 22 from 9 AM to 4 PM. The backpack trip will be on Saturday and Sunday September 29-30.

Class size is limited so sign up early.

Registration is on a first come first serve basis.

Pre-registration is required.

Cost for the school is $50.00 per person.

Caldwell Nature Preserve

The Course:
1st Class on Saturday September 15 9 AM to 4 PM
2nd Class on Saturday September 22 9 AM to 4 PM

We will cover information on gearing up, food and fuel, finding your way, making and breaking camp as well as advice on trouble.

What to bring:
Bring your own lunch. Snacks and soft drinks will be provided. No gear is needed for classes.

The Trip - Saturday & Sunday September 29-30

On this Backpack trip, you will be able to put into practice what you have learned, as well as enjoy the comradery of your class mates. More information about this trip will be given to you at a later date.

For more information call:
Marilyn Arthur (513-830-7227)
or
Mike Clinkenbeard (513- 662-9730)

Backpack School Registration Form

Name:______________________________

Address:____________________________

City:_______________________________

State:_____________ Zip:______________

Phone Number

Day:___________________________

Evening:________________________

Age:_______________

Physical Activities you regularly engage in.

___________________________________

______ Backpack Course $50.00

______ Total Amount enclosed.

Please send your payment (checks only, payable to Miami Group Sierra Club) to:

Backpack School
c/o Mike Clinkenbeard
3653 Boudinot Ave.
Cincinnati, Ohio 45211

Confirmation of registration and additional information will be sent to you upon receipt of application.