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Sierra REI Outdoor School

Introduction to Backcountry Skills (Outing)

Develop your mountain sense. During this outing wilderness survival, navigation, first aid, and backcountry skills all will be taught together. We will be hiking around on and off trail, navigating by compass and GPS, discussing appropriate backcountry gear and know-how, and even practice some what-if scenarios.

Advance registration is required. Call or visit any Sierra area REI to sign up.

  • Time:

    8:30 am - 5:00 pm

  • Cost: Member: $50, Non-Member: $70

Where To Meet:

Meet at the location or REI store listed below. If the program meets at a location other than a REI store, a member of the Outdoor School staff will contact you to coordinate directions.

Get directions to all non-store venues here.

  • October 17th Folsom REI

WHAT TO BRING:

  • Quick-dry shirt and hiking pants. If the forecast is for cool temperatures, bring along a fleece jacket or windproof shell too.
  • Water-resistant or waterproof jacket/anorak in case of rain.
  • Sturdy trail shoes or hiking boots, with moisture-wicking socks.
  • A water bottle, such as a bicycle style or Nalgene, filled with drinking water, juice, etc.
  • Sun protection (sunscreen and wide brim hats w/ retainers) and sunglasses with retainers.
  • Bag lunch and snacks.
  • Trekking poles – REI will provide but you are welcome to bring your own.
  • Gaiters – REI will provide but you are welcome to bring your own.
  • GPS, Map and Compass – REI will provide but you are welcome to bring your own.
  • Emergency shelter – REI will provide but you are welcome to bring your own.

REI OUTDOOR SCHOOL PROVIDES:

  • Map & Compass and GPS
  • Gaiters
  • Trekking Poles
  • Transportation between REI and trailhead, except when outing meets at venue.
  • All park entry fees for riders in the REI Outdoor School van.
  • Group medical supplies and area maps.

REI Outdoor School Cancellation Policy

To be courteous to all customers, we request you notify REI Outdoor School at least 48 hours prior to the trip if you intend to cancel; late cancellations will not be refunded. Class or Outing cancellations on the part of REI Outdoor School will be refunded in full, regardless of timeframe. Inclement weather does not necessarily cancel an event; REI Outdoor School will contact you in the event of a cancellation.

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REI Outdoor School strives to provide the best outdoor education programs possible. Our 100% satisfaction guarantee ensures that our classes and outings at REI Outdoor School meet your high standards - or we will gladly offer your choice of a refund or a chance to re-take the class/outing.

Waitlists

In order to keep our instruction personable, space on our classes and outings is limited. If you are interested in an activity that has filled, we would be happy to place you on a waitlist for that event. If space opens, we will contact the list in the order you signed up, but we are unable to hold that spot if we're unable to speak with you directly. Providing us with your best contact information increases your chances of joining us.

Availability

Classes and outings are subject to change due to circumstances beyond our control. Should a program be cancelled or a rescheduled, all registered participants will be notified.