Seminole County Presents: Intro to Backpack Camping 101

INTRO TO BACKPACK CAMPING 101 (AGES 13+)

Learn the basics of back country camping. At the planning meeting, you will learn what equipment is needed, how to pack and how to plan and prepare trail meals.

For the overnight campout, you will be hiking approximately 3 miles to a primitive campsite at the Black Bear Wilderness Area. No running water, no bathrooms, but lots of adventure!

Pre-registration is required, space is limited.  You may register online at recreation.seminolecountyfl.gov

For more information, please call 407-665-2211.

TWO REQUIRED SESSIONS:

1) Date/Time:         March 3, 9am-3pm (required planning meeting)

      Location:          Ed Yarborough Nature Center
3485 N. County Rd. 426, Geneva 32732

2) Date/Time:         March 10-11, 2pm Saturday to 12pm Sunday (campout)

      Location:          Black Bear Wilderness Area
5298 Michigan Ave, Sanford, FL  32771
Cost:                $40 per person     

      Ages:                13 and up (children must be accompanied by an adult)