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Long-distance backpacking seminar in CdA

The American Long-Distance Hiking Association honors backpackers who've completed the Triple Crown of America's long trails -- the Appalachian, Continental Divide and Pacific Crest trails. (Phillip J. Carcia)
By Rich Landers richl@spokesman.com(509) 459-5508
The American Long-Distance Hiking Association honors backpackers who've completed the Triple Crown of America's long trails -- the Appalachian, Continental Divide and Pacific Crest trails. (Phillip J. Carcia)
The American Long-Distance Hiking Association honors backpackers who've completed the Triple Crown of America's long trails -- the Appalachian, Continental Divide and Pacific Crest trails. (Phillip J. Carcia)

HIKING — Long-distance hikers can take the mystery out of planning by taking advantage of a special event on Feb. 21 in Coeur d’Alene.

  • Are you planning a long-distance hike or know someone who is?
  • Is your pack too dang heavy?
  • Have questions about how to cook on trail, or how to resupply?
  • Are you PCT, CDT or AT curious?

Perhaps the Inland NW Winter Ruck is the place for you to be, says veteran long-distance hiker Phil Hough of Sandpoint.
The event is set for 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on Feb. 21 at Lake City Community Church, 6000 N. Ramsey Rd. in Couer d’Alene, sponsored by the American Long-Distance Hiking Association-West .

Topics Include:
  • Leave No Trace Ethics …
  • The PCT, CDT, and AT and what you need to know
  • Trail and town etiquette
  • Food, Safety and navigation
The event offers One on One & Group Q&A with experienced Long Distance Hikers and “Triple Crown”members of ALDHA-West who will be there on site to help

Chili lunch and refreshments will be provided. $10.00 donation, $5 for ALDHA-West members

* This story was originally published as a post from the blog "Outdoors Blog." Read all stories from this blog