Backpacking George Washington National Forest

Our winter backpacking trip will be on Saturday, March 2nd to Sunday, March 3rd. We will be hiking in the George Washington National Forest. We will meet at the PUMC shed at 8 am on Saturday and return on Sunday afternoon. Bring a bag lunch with a beverage for Saturday. This will be a dry campout; all Scouts should carry 3 liters of water. Prepare for a low of 20 degrees. Bring the same clothes and gear that you brought to Klondike. Sturdy hiking boots are required. This hike does have a stream crossing, bring two pairs of extra socks. We will stop for a fast food lunch on our way back.

The younger Scouts will hike 3 miles to the campsite and 3 miles out. Older scouts we will hike 8 miles in and 3 miles out.

See troop email for details.