Women's Beginner Backpack 

August 16th-17th, 2025 

The Women’s Beginner Backpacking Trip offers a guided overnight experience, covering about 6 miles of hiking through scenic landscapes of Rider Park and the Loyalsock Forest just north of Williamsport, PA. With all food and equipment provided, participants can focus on embracing the journey without worrying about logistics.

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This trip is designed to help women slow down, reconnect with nature, and build confidence in outdoor skills. The hike is not challenging, designed for beginner hikers and backpackers, although anyone is welcome along on this wonderful adventure.

The trip is co-sponsored by Deep Green Journey, the Vernal School WREN (Women Re-Connecting and Engaging with Nature) program, and Rider Park ~ all organizations dedicated to fostering meaningful outdoor experiences.

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We will meet at Rider Park at 10am on that Saturday, distribute packs and other equipment and will complete our trip by 2pm the next day. A packing list will be provided.