Our first trip of our advanced backpacking series!
In order to officially secure your spot in this event and receive the details email to let you know where to exactly park and meet us you must register and pay on our site by visiting the link below.
https://www.trailboundproject.com/service-page/catskill-backpack-windham-blackheads?referral=service_list_widget
Windham & Blackhead mark the first step in our Advanced Catskill Backpacking Series — built specifically for TrailBounders who have already completed prior backpacking trips and are ready to increase both physical and technical demand.
For those on their Catskill 3500 quest, we will be summiting Windham High Peak, Blackhead, Black Dome, and Thomas Cole. Because we're backpacking from Windham, we'll also be summiting Burnt Knob and Acra Point, both part of The Catskill 67, and a rare treat on one of the most beautiful routes in the Catskills.
This weekend introduces sustained climbing, longer ridge travel, and stronger cumulative elevation gain than our intro-level trips. The terrain is classic Catskills: rugged, steady, and honest.
Unlike our beginner overnights, this trip focuses less on foundational instruction and more on refinement:
• Moving efficiently with a loaded pack over more challenging terrain
• Managing elevation gain over extended days
• Strategic pacing and self-care
• Advanced campsite decision-making
This is the most approachable weekend in the four-trip Advanced Catskill Backpacking Series — but it is still a demanding mountain experience.
Day 1 - 1.5 miles, 575' up, 0' down - setting up camp after sunset
Day 2 - 7 miles, 1,950' up, 1,550' down
Day 3 - 6 miles, 2,125' up, 2,750' down
Participants should:
• Be comfortable carrying a multi-day pack
• Have prior TrailBound backpacking experience
• Be prepared for consistent elevation gain
This is not about learning how to backpack. It’s about becoming stronger at it. Small group. Real mountains. Real progression.
Prerequisites: TBP Backpacking Intro, Easy, and Moderate trips, or equivalent. Email info@trailboundproject.com to discuss equivalents for approval.
Minimum Gear: 50-70 liter backpack, shelter (tent, tarp shelter, bivy, or hammock), sleeping bag, sleeping pad, small pillow, lighter, water bottles or bladder for 4-5 liters of water, water filter, small knife, 75’ paracord, cell phone with USB charger & cable, headlamp & extra batteries, canister stove & fuel, cooking pot, utensils, food & snacks, bear hang food bag, first aid kit, personal toiletries, clothing for the weather, & hiking boots. A detailed packing list will be emailed to students after registration and you can contact us with any questions.
Minimum Age: 12 years old - the minor(s) and a parent/guardian must all be paid registered participants.
Our first trip of our advanced backpacking series!
In order to officially secure your spot in this event and receive the details email to let you know where to exactly park and meet us you must register and pay on our site by visiting the link below.
https://www.trailboundproject.com/service-page/catskill-backpack-windham-blackheads?referral=service_list_widget
Windham & Blackhead mark the first step in our Advanced Catskill Backpacking Series — built specifically for TrailBounders who have already completed prior backpacking trips and are ready to increase both physical and technical demand.
For those on their Catskill 3500 quest, we will be summiting Windham High Peak, Blackhead, Black Dome, and Thomas Cole. Because we're backpacking from Windham, we'll also be summiting Burnt Knob and Acra Point, both part of The Catskill 67, and a rare treat on one of the most beautiful routes in the Catskills.
This weekend introduces sustained climbing, longer ridge travel, and stronger cumulative elevation gain than our intro-level trips. The terrain is classic Catskills: rugged, steady, and honest.
Unlike our beginner overnights, this trip focuses less on foundational instruction and more on refinement:
• Moving efficiently with a loaded pack over more challenging terrain
• Managing elevation gain over extended days
• Strategic pacing and self-care
• Advanced campsite decision-making
This is the most approachable weekend in the four-trip Advanced Catskill Backpacking Series — but it is still a demanding mountain experience.
Day 1 - 1.5 miles, 575' up, 0' down - setting up camp after sunset
Day 2 - 7 miles, 1,950' up, 1,550' down
Day 3 - 6 miles, 2,125' up, 2,750' down
Participants should:
• Be comfortable carrying a multi-day pack
• Have prior TrailBound backpacking experience
• Be prepared for consistent elevation gain
This is not about learning how to backpack. It’s about becoming stronger at it. Small group. Real mountains. Real progression.
Prerequisites: TBP Backpacking Intro, Easy, and Moderate trips, or equivalent. Email info@trailboundproject.com to discuss equivalents for approval.
Minimum Gear: 50-70 liter backpack, shelter (tent, tarp shelter, bivy, or hammock), sleeping bag, sleeping pad, small pillow, lighter, water bottles or bladder for 4-5 liters of water, water filter, small knife, 75’ paracord, cell phone with USB charger & cable, headlamp & extra batteries, canister stove & fuel, cooking pot, utensils, food & snacks, bear hang food bag, first aid kit, personal toiletries, clothing for the weather, & hiking boots. A detailed packing list will be emailed to students after registration and you can contact us with any questions.
Minimum Age: 12 years old - the minor(s) and a parent/guardian must all be paid registered participants.
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