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Backpacking Basics with Her Backpacking Prep

Interested in backpacking? Looking for other adults to backpack with? Taken a few trips but it's been a while? On Wednesday, May 20th at 7 PM, join Kate from Her Backpacking Prep for a free workshop on backpacking basics: skills, gear, and human connection. 

You'll walk away with a three step plan to get you on your first overnighter and hey, maybe a couple of new friends to come along. Registration is free, easy, and required to join the fun. See you there!

 Sign up link : https://calendly.com/herbackpackingprep/her-backpacking-prep-intro-to-backpacking-workshop?back=1&month=2026-05 

Starts: May 20, 2026

Time: 7 p.m.

Admission: Free!

Location: Backcountry Essentials
1417 North State St., Bellingham, WA 98225

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Produced By: Backcountry Essentials

Contact Person: Tim Lord

Phone: 360-543-5678

Email: timlord.bce@gmail.com

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