Physical Abilities
The Foundational Backcountry Knowledge course is a camping experience that takes advantage of a basecamp setting to facilitate the learning. We will have short hikes with day packs to study plants and gather materials. The following is an outline of the physical abilities a person should be complete in order to participate in the course.
Physical Abilities needed on the Course
Facilities
Sleeping Tarps, blankets and natural materials
Cooking Campfire
Toilet Latrine/catholes
Hiking
Average Hiking Distances (Daily) 1.5 miles
Maximum Hiking Distance (Daily) 3 miles
Potential Elevation Change (Daily) up to 800 feet
Elevation
Elevation Range 7200 to 9500 feet
Food & Water
Food (approx. calories) 2000 calories/day
Basecamp water at a natural water source
Day hike water 1 Liter Water Bottle
