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Tarita Tennison

Organizer

Tarita Tennison
Phone
707-365-4227
Email
stepintoyourjourney@gmail.com

I have years of hiking and backpacking experience and am most comfortable in the outdoors. With years of guiding experience, through MeetUp Groups, UC Davis Outdoor Adventures, and personal guiding, my passion is in helping others "stretch" themselves by experiencing things they might not otherwise experience. Through these organized events, my goal is to provide a safe environment for ladies of all experience levels to learn new things and grow. I meet each participant where they are at and believe we all have a unique badassery waiting to be discovered. My communication line is open and I look forward to sharing outdoor adventures with each of you. Let's journey together ~ Tarita

Location

Sunrise Lakes Trailhead

Date

Jun 08 - 10 2022
Expired!

Time

8:30 am - 6:00 pm

Cost

$220.00

Women’s Yosemite Backpacking – Sunrise Lakes/Clouds Rest

Price: $220 (All Inclusive) $150 (Trip Only)

This two night backpacking adventure is open to anyone, but prior backpacking experience is advised.  Beginners are welcome, provided we have a discussion beforehand.

Day 1, will be a 4 ish mile hike up (a fairly steep 1000ft ) with a slight drop down to the beautiful Sunrise Lakes area where we will find our home for the next two nights.  With an estimated arrival time around Noon, we will have the rest of the day to set up camp and enjoy the lake.

Day 2, we will lighten our packs and do a day hike to Clouds Rest.  Standing a bit taller than Half Dome, this beauty of a mountain provides views of Half Dome and the valley below.  This trek is about 9 miles round trip with approximately 1500 feet elevation gain.

Day 3, we will pack up camp and make the 4 mile, mostly down hill, trek to the car.

Participants will meet at the Sunrise Lakes Trailhead Parking Lot https://goo.gl/maps/6bJDBvWUf3csftkR6 at 8:30 am.  For those joining as “all inclusive” we will distribute gear, and pack our packs at the trailhead.

Group size:  This trip will be limited to 5 participants

Skill Level:  While no backpacking experience is required, participants should have some hiking experience in hills.  This trip does require that you be able to walk up hill, carrying a 25-35 lb pack.

Each participant will carry their own pack with their personal belongings and gear if providing their own.  Provided equipment, and group food/cooking equipment will be split among the “all inclusive” participants to distribute the weight.

What is included in the “All Inclusive” Price:  Guide, permits, tents (double occupancy), sleeping bags (zero degree), sleeping pads, backpacks, hiking poles (if desired), shared water filtration system, head lamps, Day 1 and 2 dinner, Day 2 and 3 breakfast, tea/coffee, hot cocoa.

What is included in the “Trip Only” Price: Trip planning, permits, and guide.  If you are missing some gear items, I do have rentals.  Just message me and we can discuss the price.

What is not included for “All Inclusive”:  Transportation to/from the trailhead, entrance fees into the park, trail snacks/lunch for day 1-3.

What is not included for “Trip only”: Transportation to/from the trailhead, park entrance, food, and gear unless rented.

Refund Policy: $25 non-refundable service fee.  Remainder refundable up to 30 days before event.

It is important to remember that carrying 25-30 pounds on your back is much easier than carrying it in your arms.  Packs are designed for the bulk of the weight to sit on your hips with your legs doing the work.  Equally important is to remember that we have to carry with us anything we are taking so being selective in what we take is important.  Participants will be provided a suggested packing list, prior to the event, with a virtual meeting for beginners 2 weeks prior to the event to iron out specific details.

Please do not assume you can’t do this.  If you have questions, please contact me and we can discuss if this trip is appropriate for you.

** Note ** This trip is dependent upon the opening of Tioga Road following the winter closure.  If the road does not open in time, I do have a plan B set for Rancheria Falls, also in Yosemite.  That, too, is subject to cancelation if the bridge to the falls is not passable.  Full refunds will be issued if I have to cancel for any of these reasons.

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