BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Tremont Institute - ECPv6.15.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-WR-CALNAME:Tremont Institute
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://gsmit.org
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Tremont Institute
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/New_York
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20240310T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20241103T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20250309T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20251102T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20260308T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20261101T060000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251002
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251006
DTSTAMP:20260316T171504
CREATED:20241009T160234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T184448Z
UID:32462-1759363200-1759708799@gsmit.org
SUMMARY:Women's Fall Backpack
DESCRIPTION:What better way is there to enjoy early fall than with a group of adventurous women on the trail and around the campfire? Climb mountains\, ford streams\, and recharge your batteries while marveling at the natural wonders around you. \nJoin two experienced naturalist guides and discover the beauty of Great Smoky Mountains National Park firsthand during this three-day (two-night) beginner backpacking adventure. Our naturalists will provide the tools you need to succeed during this adventure\, including “how-to” information\, permits\, food\, transportation to and from the trail\, and group equipment (including tents\, cooking equipment\, backpacks\, and sleeping pads.) They’ll also provide extensive knowledge of the Smokies ecosystem we will be traveling through. All you need is a desire for adventure\, a willingness to learn\, personal clothing\, and a sleeping bag.  \nNo former backpacking experience is needed\, but you should be physically and mentally prepared to carry a 40-pound backpack for 5-8 miles a day over rugged\, mountainous terrain. The route is different every year and there is no easy terrain in the Smoky Mountains. You can expect moderate difficulty and total mileage between 15-20 miles over the weekend. We hope that you will leave feeling accomplished and ready to continue exploring the mountains on your own. \nWhat can you expect? We will start our trip at Tremont Institute\, where we will help you pack your gear\, go over our route\, and get to know the other women you will be traveling with. The next morning\, we’ll enjoy breakfast and then we’re off! The first day is generally no more than 5 miles – this will allow us some relaxation time at our first campsite. The second day is designed to provide a little more challenge and may be as long as 6-8 mountainous miles. On our final day\, we will hike 5-7 miles\, generally on easier terrain so that we can return to Tremont with time for showers and goodbyes before your departure. \nIt will be a challenge\, but one that results in memories – and outdoor skills – that last a lifetime. \nRegister Now\n  \nRegistration includes instruction\, food\, and lodging in our dorm inside Great Smoky Mountains National Park.  \nAlready Registered? Check out the welcome letter for required readings\, a tentative itinerary\, and other essential details for your stay. \n\nCover photo by Elizabeth Davis.
URL:https://gsmit.org/event/womens-fall-backpack/
LOCATION:Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont\, 9275 Tremont Road\, Townsend\, TN\, 37882\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Hiking
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gsmit.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Womens-Fall-Backpack-Cover.png
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR