Backpacking Fundamentals & Skills On The Appalachian Trail

Backpack along the Appalachian Trail to Lions Head and Connecticut's highest peak, Bear Mountain (2,316 ft), learn and practice new skills, test out gear and enjoy some of the best views in the area (including one of the best spots to catch the sunrise).

This 16.5 mile loop trip will bring us by waterfalls, through dense woodlands to a ravine and down an exciting section with some technical scrambling.

This trip is open to all though you will most likely find it suitable if you are:

- First-time backpacker with some day-hiking, car-camping experience and are interested in learning to go on more overnight or multi-day trips

- Beginner backpacker who wants to improve know-how

- Intermediate backpacker who wants to improve skills and modernize gear