This will be a multi-day backpacking trip in the Pecos Wilderness Area in northern New Mexico. Learn about necessary backpacking skills such as packing efficiently, wilderness navigation, traveling in bear country, and more. Enjoy the clean mountain air, diverse flora and fauna, and spectacular mountain views. This trip is for the enthusiastic hiker and will be moderately strenuous!
Trip Dates: August 31 - September 3
Early Registration Deadline: August 15
Early Registration Cost: $155
Late Registration Deadline: August 22
Late Registration Cost: $170
Pre-trip Meeting: August 23
Trip Specifics
Location: Pecos Wilderness Area, NM
Activity: Backpacking
Learning Goals: Leave No Trace, efficient packing, backcountry cooking, navigation, water purification, rigging a bear bag
Prior Experience: None required
Physical/Mental Challenge: Moderately Strenuous – large elevation gains in short time frames, 40 lb. packs. Broad range of weather with cold nights
Included with trip registration:
- All necessary backpacking equipment including backpack, sleeping bag/pad, group gear
- Backpacking instruction
- Transportation
- Meals during trip
What You Will Need:
- All regular items from the OPC trip pack list
- Money for snacks/meals during travel
For more information please call the Outdoor Pursuits Center at (806) 742-2949 or email OPC@ttu.edu
