How to Pack a Backpack Workshop

Backpacking is an amazing way to experience the wilderness! But having a pack that doesn't fit, or a load that tries to pull you back down the mountain is no fun. Being able to comfortably pack and carry all the essentials for your next adventure doesn't have to be difficult. Join an REI facilitator to learn the best ways to distribute gear in your backpack, what fits best where, and the key elements to good backpack fit. You are encouraged to bring your own gear along with your backpack, and we'll show you how to make it carry as comfortably as possible.
23 sessions available
Wednesday
May 28, 20256:00pm–8:00pm EDTJacksonville REI
Wednesday
May 28, 20256:00pm–8:00pm PDTSold out
San Diego REI
Saturday
May 31, 202510:00am–12:00pm PDTTustin REI
Tuesday
Jun 3, 20256:30pm–8:30pm EDTSold out
Columbus-Easton REI
Tuesday
Jun 3, 20255:30pm–7:30pm MDTColorado Springs REI
Tuesday
Jun 3, 20256:00pm–8:00pm PDTSan Diego REI
Saturday
Jun 7, 20252:00pm–4:00pm PDTBeaverton REI
Wednesday
Jun 11, 20256:00pm–8:00pm EDTColumbia REI (MD)
Wednesday
Jun 11, 20256:00pm–8:00pm PDTLaguna Hills REI
Thursday
Jun 12, 20256:00pm–8:00pm PDTRancho Cucamonga REI
Saturday
Jun 14, 20252:00pm–4:00pm EDTAlbany REI
Sunday
Jun 15, 20258:00am–10:00am PDTHuntington Beach REI
Sunday
Jun 15, 202512:00pm–2:00pm EDTAsheville REI
Sunday
Jun 15, 20251:30pm–3:30pm EDTRochester REI
Sunday
Jun 15, 202511:00am–1:00pm PDTOxnard REI
Sunday
Jun 15, 20253:00pm–5:00pm EDTPerimeter REI
Wednesday
Jun 18, 20256:00pm–8:00pm EDTMilford REI
Thursday
Jun 19, 20256:00pm–8:00pm PDTIssaquah REI
Saturday
Jun 21, 20253:00pm–5:00pm MSTPrescott REI
Wednesday
Jun 25, 20256:00pm–8:00pm CDTFort Worth REI
Thursday
Jun 26, 20256:00pm–8:00pm EDTTysons REI
Thursday
Jun 26, 20256:00pm–8:00pm PDTLynnwood REI
Saturday
Jun 28, 202511:00am–1:00pm CDTSold out
Vernon Hills REI