Education - Backpacking Light

Featured Courses

How to Use the Garmin inReach

Masterclass $47.00 (USD)

In this online masterclass, you'll learn how to master navigation, messaging, and tracking using Garmin inReach devices, smartphone apps, desktop software, and browser apps.

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Ultralight Backpacking Boot Camp

Online Course $147.00 (USD)

Learn the fundamental principles and philosophy of ultralight backpacking, trekking and camping techniques, managing inclement weather with ultralight gear, and more.

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Lightweight Backpacking in Inclement Conditions

Masterclass $47.00 (USD)

In this online masterclass, you'll learn about lightweight gear systems and wilderness skills used to remain safe and comfortable in the backcountry when hostile (inclement) weather threatens to ruin your trip.

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Latest Podcast Episodes

October 26, 2021

Episode 48 | Waterproof Breathable Fabrics

Andrew and Ryan chat with Backpacking Light contributor Stephen Seeber about layering and waterproof-breathable fabrics.

October 12, 2021

Episode 47 | Mark Wetherington Reads “The Backpacking Tithe Project”

Mark spends ten percent of every year backpacking - he just doesn't do it all at once.

September 24, 2021

Episode 46 | Water-resistant Down

Andrew chats with the down experts at the IDFL Laboratory and Institute about water-resistant down.

Upcoming Treks & Events

Backpacking Light Adventure Film Festival (Live Premiere)

Live (Theater) Estes Park, Colorado

February 10, 2022 7:00 pm - February 10, 2022 10:00 pm

Status: this course/event will open for enrollment on 12/13/2021

Backpacking Light Adventure Film Festival (Online Premiere)

Live (Online) The Internet (Broadcasting Live from Estes Park, Colorado)

November 11, 2021 7:00 pm - November 11, 2021 10:00 pm

Status: this course/event will open for enrollment on 10/18/2021

Wilderness Adventures Whitetail Trek

Guided Trek Red Lodge, Montana

September 17, 2022 4:00 pm - September 24, 2022 4:00 pm

Status: this course/event will open for enrollment on 11/15/2021

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