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Backpacking involves hiking into the “backcountry” to spend one or more nights camping
away from a vehicle and other luxuries. A backpacker carries all of his supplies
and equipment in a backpack to provide his own shelter, food and basic needs or
the means to obtain them. A backpacking trip must include at least one overnight
stay in the backcountry, otherwise we consider the trip a day hike.
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09/02
4:00 PM
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7:00 PM
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Try Backpacking!
Have you ever tried backpacking? Are you even slightly curious? Then come to this evening, hands-on program, try on a backpack, talk with local experts, and experiment with some of the gear. Backpacks are available on a first-come, first-served, basis. Reservations requested; walk-ins welcome. For more information and to register, please contact (937) 277-4374.
| Taylorsville MetroPark | All Ages | Free |  |
| Thu |
09/02
4:00 PM
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7:00 PM
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Try Backpacking!
Have you ever tried backpacking? Are you even slightly curious? Then come to this evening, hands-on program, try on a backpack, talk with local experts, and experiment with some of the gear. Backpacks are available on a first-come, first-served, basis. Reservations requested; walk-ins welcome. For more information and to register, please contact (937) 277-4374.
| Taylorsville MetroPark | All Ages | Free | |
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09/11
9:00 AM
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12:00 PM
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Volunteer: Backpacking Trail Work Days
Help maintain the Twin Valley Trail--a backpacking trail connecting Germantown and Twin Creek MetroParks. No experience necessary. Bring your water and work gloves; tools and instruction provided. Individuals and groups invited. Groups (7-15 people) should contact Rachel.Brand@metroparks.org or (937) 564-5431. Reservations requested; walk-ins welcome. Youth 14 - 17 must be accompanied by an adult. For more information and to register, please contact (937) 277-4374.
| Twin Creek MetroPark | 14Y and Up | Free | |
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09/11
12:00 PM
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12:00 AM
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Backpacking Basics
This overnight field based program hits the trail for a trip into the wilds of Twin Creek MetroPark on the Twin Valley Trail. Spend a night out under the stars utilizing "Leave No Trace" principles and practice the techniques covered during Introduction to Backpacking. Prerequisite: Introduction to Backpacking. Backpacking Basics is a prerequisite for trips. Gear is available at no additional charge with reservation. Registration is required and limited so please call (937) 277-4374.
| Twin Creek MetroPark | 14Y and Up | $20.00 | |
| Sat , Sun |
09/18
8:00 AM
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11:59 PM
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Twin Valley Trail Backpacking Trip
Join the Outdoor Recreation Department as it hits the Twin Valley Trail for two days of backpacking. This is an ideal trip for the newcomer who has just taken Backpacking Basics and is looking to take the next step towards getting out on his or her own. Equipment is available upon request. You MUST attend the pre-trip meeting on September 9. Registration is required and limited, so please call (937) 277-4374.
| Twin Creek MetroPark | 14Y and Up | $25.00 | |
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10/09
9:00 AM
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12:00 PM
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Volunteer: Backpacking Trail Work Days
Help maintain the Twin Valley Trail--a backpacking trail connecting Germantown and Twin Creek MetroParks. No experience necessary. Bring your water and work gloves; tools and instruction provided. Individuals and groups invited. Groups (7-15 people) should contact Rachel.Brand@metroparks.org or (937) 564-5431. Reservations requested; walk-ins welcome. Youth 14 - 17 must be accompanied by an adult. For more information and to register, please contact (937) 277-4374.
| Twin Creek MetroPark | 14Y and Up | Free | |
| Thu |
10/14
4:00 PM
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7:00 PM
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Try Backpacking!
Have you ever tried backpacking? Are you even slightly curious? Then come to this evening, hands-on program, try on a backpack, talk with local experts, and experiment with some of the gear. Backpacks are available on a first-come, first-served, basis. Reservations requested; walk-ins welcome. For more information and to register, please contact (937) 277-4374.
| Englewood MetroPark | All Ages | Free | |
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10/22
8:00 AM
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11:59 PM
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Big South Fork Backpacking Trip
Come backpack with the Outdoor Recreation Department as we head to the "scenic gorges and sandstone bluffs" of the Big South Fork Recreation Area. This is a Level 4 backpacking trip; prior backpacking experience is a must. Equipment is available upon request. Pre-trip meeting attendance on October 7 is mandatory. Registration is required and limited so please call (937) 277-4374.
| Cox Arboretum MetroPark | 14Y and Up | $75.00 | |
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11/18
6:30 PM
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8:30 PM
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Fundamentals of Backcountry Knots
Do you struggle with knots and knot tying? Would you like to learn some of the best knots for use in the backcountry? Then join the Outdoor Recreation Department as we take a hands-on approach to knot tying, use and know-how in this informative evening program. Registration is required and limited so please call (937) 277-4374 or register online.
| Five Rivers St. Clair Building | 14Y and Up | $5.00 | |
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Past Activities
The programs below have been run in the past and may appear in the future. Call
(937) 277-4374 to find out when they may be offered again or to put in a request.
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Backpacking in the Appalachians
Last fall, Five Rivers MetroParks brought backpackers from the Dayton region on a four-day
backpacking trip to the Shenandoah Valley. They covered over 30 miles of the Appalachian Trail
on this rugged adventure, challenging even for experienced backpackers.
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Backpacking Basics
Five Rivers MetroParks partnered with Great Miami Outfitters to create an introduction
to backpacking that helps participants find their comfort zone in terms of trips
and gear selection. The class covered trip planning, trail techniques and nutrition,
physical fitness, and "Leave No Trace" concepts.
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Introduction to Backpacking Overnight
This class hit the trail for a trip into the wilds of Germantown MetroPark. Participants
spent a night out under the stars utilizing "Leave No Trace" principles. Discussions
continued throughout the trip on backpacking practices as techniques introduced
during the Backpacking Basics class were applied.
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Featured Park/Amenity
Twin Valley Trail
22 miles of hiking through the beautiful Twin Valley of southwest Montgomery County
connecting Germantown and Twin Creek MetroParks along with group and secluded backcountry
camping will allow everyone to experience the wilds of the Twin Valley and this rural
corner of Montgomery County like never before.
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Ongoing
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Volunteer Trailbuilding Work Days - "Get Out & Build!"
The Twin Valley Trail is a backpacking trail being constructed that will connect Germantown
and Twin Creek MetroParks. Come out and help build the Twin Valley Backpacking
Trail that will include over 22 miles of backpacking complete with secluded backcountry
camping opportunities. No experience is necessary. Bring your energy and work gloves;
tools and instruction provided. Reservations requested; walk-ins welcome: Call (937) 277-4374. For more
trailbuilding opportunities, contact Germantown MetroPark Trail Technician Michael Osborne
at (937) 855-2606 or michael.osborne@metroparks.org to arrange other times to help build the trail.
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Five Rivers MetroParks Outdoor Recreation Department Backcountry Leadership Development Training Program
Five Rivers MetroParks Outdoor Recreation Department Backcountry Leadership Development Program (BLD) will consist
of multiple evening classroom sessions and field experience. Applicants accepted
into the program will learn the fundamentals of backcountry leadership through a
progression of topics ranging from group dynamics, expedition behavior, program
design and site management based on the Wilderness Education Association model.
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Resources
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Partners
Five Rivers MetroParks is excited to work with local outdoor specialty
shops that form the backbone of a thriving outdoor recreation community.
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Clubs
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