Backpacking Workshop

Want to try backpacking but not sure where to start? Join the Colorado Hiking Girls for a backpacking workshop, hosted by Dasha @dashaslens!

This workshop is meant for beginner or first-time backpackers wanting to learn the essentials, including:

• What to bring backpacking (and what you don't need)
• How to optimize and pack your backpack
• How to use a bear canister and store food safely
• How to use a backpacking stove for cooking on trail
• Backcountry hygiene (yes, we're talking about bathroom stuff!)
• Safety and tips for building trail confidence
• Leave No Trace principles for protecting wild places

Expect hands-on demos, relatable stories, and plenty of space for questions!

Attendees are encouraged to bring their own equipment to follow along, but those without equipment will be encouraged to watch and learn. We'll do a short "training" hike with a packed bag to get a sense of how much weight you can expect to carry on a trip. All attendees will receive a Sidekick day pack and other giveaways from Gregory. After the hike, we'll light our backpacking stoves and attendees will have the opportunity to try backpacking meals from Backpacker's Pantry.

Thank you to Gregory and Backpacker's Pantry for providing these giveaways!

Exact location will be shared privately through an Instagram group. Attendees assume all personal liability. Tickets are non-refundable.

About Your Instructor:

Dasha is an outdoor photographer and passionate backpacker based in Colorado. She’s explored some of the most scenic trails in North and South America and now shares cinematic content and practical tips to help others feel empowered outdoors. Her approach is rooted in curiosity, conservation, and encouraging others to say yes to the kind of adventures that once felt intimidating. Learn more about her here.

About Julia and the Colorado Hiking Girls: I'm Julia, a Colorado-based creator and the founder of the Colorado Hiking Girls, a women's hiking group. My goal is to inspire you to spend more time outside, and to foster community in the outdoors! The Colorado Hiking Girls is a space for women to make friends on the trails, plan their own events, and meet other likeminded people.

Join the Colorado Hiking Girls here: https://links.geneva.com/invite/e4fe772d-f92f-4095-bc36-909cd667d94e.