Trek: Tahoe National Forest, Near Emigrant Pass, CA (off Interstate 80, north of Emigrant Pass and Cisco Grove.)
July 27 through July 30th, 2000

Trek Leader: Tom Harryman (707)745-8120

Parking will be approximately 20 miles off Interstate 80 deep in the Sierra’s. We anticipate being in elevations between 5600 to 7000 feet. Overall elevation in the area where we will be is 6000 to 7200 feet. It can be anticipated that during the day after we have reached camp we will take day hikes and "bag" various peaks of the area.

There is no access via motor vehicle in the area where we will be backpacking. Accordingly we need to be concerned about the carrying weight of each participant. In addition to your son/daughter’s personal gear and clothing, they will be expected to carry crew group gear and food. Packs will weigh approximately 25% to 30% of his normal body scale weight. For example, if a person weighs 120 lb., his pack could weigh as much as 36 lb. For the lighter people, weight will be a problem and the 25-30% rule may be exceeded.

Scout/Scouter Weight ___________________ 25% = _____ 30% = ______

This backpacking event is open to all Venturers/Scouts/Explorers/Advisors desiring to participate. However, due to the terrain and anticipated requirements of the trek, all participants who desire to participate must realistically be able to complete the 5-day trek with little of no assistance from others. Due to timing there is no prerequisite hikes. However, the trek leader reserves final decision for participation to assure your sons (or your own) safety, and to assure the challenges anticipated for this high Sierra trek can be met from all participating.

Remember, CLASS B’s ARE REQUIRED to travel in.

Suggested Personal Gear:

Hiking Shoes!!!!!!! (Preferably 6 inch height) 
Sleeping Bag
Water Bottle!!!! (Preferably 2) 
Bowl and Spoon
Hiking Socks (1 extra pair) 
Small roll of Toilet Paper (Mountain Money)
Hat (either a ball cap or full brim hat) 
Personal Hygiene items (SOAP, wash cloth,
Towel tooth paste/brush, comb, etc.)
Pocket Knife
Insect Repellent!!!!
Underwear (1 extra pair)
Sun Screen!!!!
Short Pants
Water Purification tablets
T Shirt (1) 
Flash Light
Swim Suit 
Backpack & Backpack Frame
Light Jacket or Sweat Shirt 
Ground Cloth
Light Windbreaker Pants or Sweat Pants 
Money for food during travel
Camp Shoes (NO OPEN TOES)
Rain Gear or Poncho
Tent (with poles and pegs)

First Aid supplies will be provided to the Backpacking Crew. Other items which are provided by the Crew are; backpacking stoves, trail chef kits, water pumps, camp water jugs, shovel, and fuel bottles. And of course, food for the five-day event.

Dependent upon personal gear and its weight, other items to consider are 20-30 feet of light nylon rope, candy and snacks, Walkman, playing cards, reading material. Yes, Walkman’s are allowed until the advisor hears music. Then the privilege is lost to its owner.

There will be a pack check before we leave Benicia on Friday. Food and group gear will be assigned prior to leaving and weigh in.