Allegheny Front
The AFT is a 43 mile backpacking route through Moshannon State Forest. The trail itself is characterised by beautiful streams, dense forests, and stunning vistas. A decent amount of elevation gain and loss over the length of the journey is expected, with participants expected to meet the physical fitness requirements to hike an average of up to 12 miles per day. This trip will cover advanced mapping and backcountry skills, with an emphasis on connection and teamwork. This one is going to EPIC and spots will be limited!
Dates & Pricing
Trekking on the AFT during fall foliage season is going to be truly MAGICAL! Expect to see stunning vistas. Sites are small, so some creativity and backcountry skills may be needed to set up camp!
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September 25th-29th (4 Spots left)
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Cost: $425/person
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*Bring/refer a friend and get 5% off per sign up!
Skills & Ethics
On this trip we will go over tips and tricks for experienced backpackers who want to elevate their gear kit and skills. Here are just a few things we'll cover:
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Backpacking the Leave No Trace Way
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Transitioning to ultralight
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Navigating with a compass and a map
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Dead reckoning and pace setting
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GPS devices for navigation & Safety
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Campsite selection
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Campfire safety & Protocol
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Water collection and filtering
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Tips for hygiene in the backcountry
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Blister prevention and care
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First aid & injury prevention
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Knot tying and shelters
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and much more!
What's Included?
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Wilderness Skills & Pre-Trip Planning Program, a self-paced course via google classroom that starts 8 weeks prior to trip date. (see more below)
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Breakfast & Dinner on trail (optional)
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Guidance on Fitness and Nutrition (intention is to be adventure ready!)
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One-on-One pre-trip planning call or, if local coffee date meet up!
Difficulty & Expectations
This trail is rated moderate to difficult. ​
Water may be limited and some climbs may be steep, with loose rock.
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Max Elevation Gain per day: ~1,500 ft
The majority of climbing and elevation gain on this route is in the last 15 miles or so.
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Average mileage/day: 11-12
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Average pace: 2.5-3 mph
Pace is set by the group. We will generally aim to keep this pace or faster. However, it is totally okay if we keep a slower pace. In this case, it's about the journey and the destination.
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