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URL:https://growoutside.org/events/womens-beginner-backpacking-trip-2-days
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SUMMARY:Women's Beginner Backpacking Trip - 2 Days & 1 Night: Monday\, Febr
 uary 12th - Tuesday\, February 13th 2024
DESCRIPTION:Backpack to Angel Island (Women Only) \n\nHello ladies! I'm so
  excited you are here!\n\n     \n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Angel Island:\n\nAngel
  Island State Park\, the largest natural island in the San Francisco Bay\
 , offers some of the best views of the surrounding Bay Area. With great hi
 king trails and many other recreational opportunities readily available\, 
 Angel Island is truly a hidden gem in the midst of the urban Bay Area.\n\n
 Angel Island is truly a walk through time! Beginning with the earliest in
 habitants\, the Coast Miwok\, Angel Island was a seasonal hunting and gath
 ering location for the local native tribes\, a safe refuge and supply stop
  for Spanish explorers like Juan Manuel de Ayala\, one of the first to map
  the San Francisco Bay.\n\nFrom 1910 to 1940\, the U.S. Immigration Statio
 n processed hundreds of thousands of immigrants\, the majority from China.
  During World War II\, Japanese\, and German POWs were detained at the Sta
 tion before being sent to facilities farther inland.\n\nThe Island has bee
 n a cattle ranch and beginning with the Civil War at Camp Reynolds\, the
  Island has nearly 100 years of military history. With the outbreaks of W
 WI and WWII thousands of troops both returning and embarking for conflicts
  around the world were processed through Angel Island. In the '50s and '60
 s\, the Island saw its last military service as a home to a Nike missile b
 ase.\n\nIn 1954 the transition of Angel Island as a California State Park 
 began. Starting with Ayala Cove on the western side of the Island\, park v
 isitors had the first opportunities to enjoy the beauty of this amazing Is
 land. In the early 60's the final departure of the military allowed the re
 st of Angel Island to become park lands and the rest is history!\nBackpack
 ing with Grow Outside: \nThis women's only trip is designed for ladies th
 at are looking for a balance of adventure and peace. Women that are eager 
 to connect with feminine energy\, and Mother Earth herself. A physical and
  emotional journey. Unlike other outfitters our goal is not the destinatio
 n but instead CONNECTION. Through various bodyfulness practices (like mind
 fulness but with your whole body) we will slow down and create connection 
 with ourselves\, the land and like minded individuals.\n\nIf you have neve
 r been backpacking or perhaps it has been some time since your last trip\,
  this is the adventure for you.  With low mileage and low elevation gain\
 , coupled with amazing scenery\, this trip is sure to be a highlight of ba
 ckpacking locations.\n\nThis trip is intended for beginners\, so we expect
  that you may not have everything you need for this first step in what we 
 hope will be your next favorite hobby. We will get you geared up with all 
 the backpacking necessities for a fun\, safe and enjoyable overnight exper
 ience. (Yes\, we are spending the night on the island!)\n\nOur group will 
 hike 1.8 miles (Ascent: + 155 Descent: -349) into a premier backpacking lo
 cation... highlighted for the best views out of all the sites on the islan
 d! We will set up camp where we have the Golden Gate Bridge within view of
  our campsite. (As long as San Francisco's Karl the Fog stays at bay)  We
  will enjoy the ocean air\, and sleep under the stars.  With clear skies 
 we will have panoramic views at sunset and sunrise.  (*This is considered
  environmental hike-in camping so there will be a picnic table\, pit toile
 t and potable water at our site.)\n\nAdditional hikes/activities: \n\n 	O
 ptional: Hiking to Mount Caroline Livermore which is the highest point on 
 the island at a height of 788 feet. There are various routes to reach it w
 ith various mileage and elevation.\n 	We will go as a group down to Perles
  Beach which is 0.42 miles from camp. No swimming or wadding allowed.\n 	M
 onica will guide the group through a Forest Bathing experience to create a
  deeper connection with self and the land.\n 	Closing Circle\n\nMeet Your 
 Guide: \n\nMonica Mendoza is our C.E.O (Chief Enjoyment Officer) of Grow O
 utside.\n\n\n\nI love the energy and enthusiasm for outdoor recreation. Wi
 th years of backpacking experience\,  I have spent many nights sleeping u
 nder the stars.  My love of nature since childhood has opened many doors 
 to adventure. I appreciate bugs (yes bugs!)\, bike rides\, kayaking\, padd
 leboarding\, outdoor youth education\, sunsets and sunrises\, and developi
 ng a relationship of reciprocity with the land. Honestly any day I'm in na
 ture comforts my soul.  To foster my connection with the outdoors I start
 ed backpacking which filled my heart in more ways than I expected.  I met
  my husband through my journey of going on my first solo backpacking trip.
  With a focus on deepening my relationship with the More-Than-Human World 
 and slowing down\, I became a certified Forest Therapy Guide where I guide
  participants in the practice of Forest Bathing.  Forest Bathing is a slo
 w and mindful experience of awakening your senses and connecting to nature
  through a series of "invitations." Like a spider web that has many attach
 ment points\, I am also a sound therapy practitioner\, emotion coach\, tea
 cher and a mom of three daughters. I love empowering women to feel capable
 \, strong\, wild and free.  Favorite Trail Food: Anytime I can put my foo
 d in a tortilla\, Trader Joe's  green olive pouches and  Marcona almonds
  with Rosemary.\n\nGear Logistics\n\nOur group will be led by professional
  guide\, Monica Mendoza that will share knowledge\, stories\, and is Wilde
 rness CPR &amp\; First Aid Certified.\n\nThe guide will supply:\n\n 	All G
 roup Cooking Gear\n 	Stoves and Fuel\n 	First Aid Kit\n 	Emergency Satelli
 te Transponder\n\nParticipants WILL BE PROVIDED: \n\n 	Backpack\n 	Sleepi
 ng Bag\n 	Sleeping Pad\n 	Tent (2 people per tent or single capacity...let
  us know.)\n 	Headlamp\n 	Nalgene (1L water container)\n 	Trekking Poles\n
  	Bowl\, Spoon\, Cup\n 	Day 1: Dinner\n 	Day 2: Breakfast &amp\; (Optional
  Backpacking Lunch)\n 	***Dietary accommodations must be communicated ahea
 d of time***\n 	EPIC FUN\n\nParticipants will need to supply the following
 :\n\nPersonal Food Items\n\n 	Snacks / Candy\n 	Lunch on Day 1 - no contai
 ners - should be packable in a ziploc bag.\n\nActive / Adventure Wear - Ev
 ent will take place rain or shine with the following exception - If there 
 is an advisory for "severe weather" then Monica will evaluate if the event
  will be postponed or participants will be given a refund. \n\nOur site i
 s high up on the ridgetop\, well away from the other campsites\, and has t
 he best view of all of the Angel Island sites. There is no shade and no sh
 elter from the fog and/or wind blowing through the Golden Gate. BUT there 
 are spectacular sweeping views of Mount Tamalpais\, the Golden Gate Bridge
 \, and San Francisco. The site has excellent privacy.\n\nAverage temperatu
 res for February range from 55° / 46°F  clothing list includes rain gea
 r which may not be pertinent.\n\n 	Hiking boots or Tennis Shoes that have 
 good traction. BE SURE THEY ARE BROKEN IN.\n 	Hiking socks *2 pairs (light
 weight for day use and warm pair for bed) - (synthetic or wool) 3 pairs if
  rain is expected. \n 	Hiking / Athletic pants or leggings - if rain is e
 xpected then a second pair.\n 	Hiking shorts (OPTIONAL)\n 	T-shirts (1-2) 
 - Dry fit technical shirts are best. if rain is expected make sure you bri
 ng 2 shirts.\n 	Long sleeve shirt (lightweight\, synthetic) - think warm a
 nd/or sun protection.\n 	Insulated jacket\n 	RAIN JACKET - and ideally rai
 n pants - Weather dependent. \n 	Hat - baseball hats work best in the rai
 n to help keep the water out of your face and your jacket hood in the appr
 opriate spot.\n 	Beanie\n\nSleep Wear and Additional\n\n 	Base Layer Top a
 nd Bottoms (lightweight\, synthetic or wool) - weather can go from warm to
  very cold.\n 	Underwear\n 	Flip-flops / Sandals -  a shoe like Tevas or 
 water Keens work great.\n\nPersonal Items\n\n 	Tick spray in two ziploc ba
 gs to avoid leakage.\n 	Bandana and/or a "pee cloth"  Available on Amazon
  or a Kula Cloth.\n 	Chapstick/Lip Balm\n 	Sunblock - in a ziploc bag.\n 	
 Feminine hygiene products\n 	Travel toothbrush/paste\n 	Travel contact len
 ses and solution\n 	Prescription medications\n 	Allergy remedies\n 	Journa
 l / book (optional)\n 	Small battery charger for phone (optional) - It is 
 stated that there is no cell signal on the island. I however did not have 
 an issue with AT&amp\;T.\n\nYour investment of $199.00 will include buildi
 ng your backpacking knowledge skillset\, all necessary basic backpacking g
 ear\, slowing down\,  a guided Forest Bathing experience in this beautifu
 l location\, self-care\, opportunities to connect with other wild women\, 
 ocean vibes\, fresh air\, digital photos documenting the experience\, and 
 countless memories.\n\nItinerary - Travel Logistics\n\nIt is imperative th
 at timeliness with travel be adhered to\, to make the trip a success.\n\nA
 dditional details about the specifics of the schedule will be given after 
 inquiry about the trip.\n\nAdditional expenses:\n\nFerry Ticket: All parti
 cipants must individually purchase a Golden Gate Bridge ferry ticket to An
 gel Island. The cost is $31.00 round trip.\n\nParking: It is suggested tha
 t you use the ParkWhiz app to pre pay for your parking. This ensures a par
 king space overnight in addition to a discounted rate. The Hills Plaza Gar
 age at 25 Folsom St in San Francisco is a covered parking garage and will 
 most likely be the closest to Rincon Park and the least expensive. Anticip
 ate a parking fee of approximately $74.00. Car pooling is recommended to c
 ut down on the rate. I can support with creating connections between yours
 elf and other backpackers to help share the cost.\n\nOverview of Expenses 
 that each backpacker to responsible for:\n\nPayment to Grow Outside will b
 e $199.\n\nIndividually purchase Ferry Ticket on site. $31.00 round trip\n
 \nPrepay for parking: approximately $74.00 - can be shared cost if carpool
 ing.\n\nTotal Number of participants including the guide is 8.\n\nHours of
  Trip are from February 12th 8:30am - February 13th approximately 6:15pm. 
 This does not include drive time to/from San Francisco.\n\nPlease contact 
 Monica with questions: (916) 835-4261\n\n*Registration closes Thursday\, F
 ebruary 8th at 11:45pm
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CATEGORIES:Backpacking,Beginners Overnight,Forest
 Bathing,Mindfulness,Self-Care
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