Patagonia Trips

This trip is rated Moderate [3]. Trip members may be novices to trail maintenance or restoration but they must be in good physical condition. Volunteers should be comfortable hiking up to six miles most days on rolling or mountainous terrain with some steep ascents and uneven trails. The work sites will vary but generally will be a 2 to 3 mile walk each way (up to 6 miles total), each day and then working for a full day on trail building or maintenance.

To maximize your enjoyment of the trip, to build up stamina and to avoid sore muscles, we suggest beginning a regular exercise regimen at least three months prior to departure.

This trip is rated Moderate [3]. Trip members should be in good physical condition, capable of hiking up to 8 hours with distances ranging from 10-12 miles and 2,500-3,200' elevation gain. It is not necessary to be an experienced kayaker or cyclist although it is beneficial to have some previous kayaking and biking experience You should be at ease in a small boat and know how to swim.

The trails are well maintained, but can have steep ascents/descents with rocky, uneven terrain, scree and loose dirt. Some hikes will involve short sections of trail that are exposed.

This trip is rated Vigorous [4]. Participants should be capable of hiking up to 10 - 15 miles without major discomfort over terrain with some steep grades (elevation gains up to 3,000’) for multiple days in succession.

This is a remote trip with no easy access. Trails may be muddy with numerous stream crossings, boulder fields or loose scree. The weather may also add to the rigors of this itinerary with high winds, driving rain and possibly snow.

This trip is rated as Vigorous [4].Trip members should be strong, experienced hikers in good physical condition. This is a remote trip, with long (but spectacular) days of hiking and no easy access. Hiking trails may be muddy with numerous stream crossings and participants should come equipped with a spirit of adventure.

To maximize your enjoyment of the trip and to avoid sore muscles, we suggest beginning a regular exercise regimen at least three months prior to departure. Recommended exercises include hiking, jogging, cycling and/or swimming. Get out on those hills if possible!