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SUMMARY:Backpacking Gear Demystified: What You Need & Why It Matters
DESCRIPTION:JOIN HERE\n \nA two-hour webinar for women who want to pack smarter\, move lighter\, and feel genuinely confident in the backcountry. \nDate: Wed\, May 20 \nTime: 7 – 9 PM MST \nWhere: Zoom · $25 \n“Backpacking gear isn’t about having the best or the lightest — it’s about having the right tools to feel safe\, confident\, and present in the backcountry.” \n\n \nWhy backpacking matters\nThere is something that shifts in you when you carry everything you need on your back and walk into the wilderness. Backpacking strips things down to what is essential — and in doing so\, it has a way of reminding you what you are made of. It builds physical endurance\, mental resilience\, and a relationship with the natural world that day hikes simply can’t replicate. \nFor women especially\, stepping into the backcountry with confidence is powerful. It is a space where you set the pace\, make the decisions\, and discover what you are capable of when the trail gets hard. Whether you are chasing alpine views\, seeking solitude\, or building community around a campfire — backpacking opens doors that stay open for life. \nWhy gear is the foundation\nGear is not just equipment — it is the difference between a trip that breaks you down and one that builds you up. The wrong shelter in a rainstorm\, a sleeping pad that doesn’t insulate\, boots that weren’t tested before a long approach — these things don’t just make a trip uncomfortable\, they can compromise your safety and your confidence in ways that take time to recover from. \nUnderstanding your gear — what it does\, why you chose it\, and how it works together as a system — gives you something no amount of expensive equipment can buy: the ability to make good decisions in the field. That knowledge travels with you on every trip\, in every season\, for the rest of your backpacking life. \n\n \nWhy a webinar like this is worth your time\nMost gear advice online is overwhelming\, gear-brand sponsored\, or written for a general audience that doesn’t reflect your experience\, your body\, or where you actually hike. Two hours with a professional guide who has carried these systems through Northern BC conditions — and who can answer your actual questions in real time — is worth more than hours of scrolling through reviews and Reddit threads. \nA focused\, well-designed learning session like this one gives you a framework you’ll return to again and again. As your experience grows\, your gear evolves — and the way you think about what goes in your pack will evolve with it. This webinar is not a one-time fix. It is a starting point for a lifetime of better trips. \nWhat we’ll cover\nMost people approach gear as a list to check off. This webinar reframes it as decision-making — because what you carry and why shapes your entire experience on the trail. \nWe’ll walk through the Big 4 core systems (shelter\, sleep\, pack\, and food)\, the gear categories that round out a well-built kit\, the most common mistakes — and how to avoid them — and how to start building a gear list based on your experience level and goals. Sara will be showing her actual gear live during the session. \n\n \nWho this is for\nWhether you’re brand new to backpacking or you’ve done a few trips and want to refine your kit\, this webinar meets you where you are. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by gear choices — or wondered if you’re carrying too much — this is the night to tune in. \nWhat you’ll walk away with \nA simple gear checklist\, a PDF of the presentation\, and a clearer sense of how to evaluate every item in your pack — before your next trip and for every trip after. \nMeet your speaker\nSL \nSara Laing \nIGA Professional Interpretive Hiking Guide · ACMG Hiking Guide · Peak Wyld Co. \nSara brings years of experience guiding in the Northern Rockies to this conversation. She’s the kind of guide who thinks deeply about what’s in her pack and why — and she’s here to help you do the same. \nSara is a certified IGA 4-Season Professional Hiking Guide and ACMG Hiking Guide\, freshly rooted in Tumbler Ridge\, BC after years of guiding in the Canadian Rockies. She doesn’t just lead hikes — she opens people’s eyes to the world beneath their boots and above the treeline. Wildflowers\, geology\, ecosystems\, the quiet stories the land tells if you slow down enough to listen. She’s the kind of guide who turns a ridge walk into a full-on education — all woven into an experience that sticks with you long after your boots are off. \n\nJOIN HERE
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SUMMARY:Teepee/Quality Falls
DESCRIPTION:BOOK NOW\n \nMay 24\, 2026\nTeepee & Quality Falls\nTeepee Falls\, 35 km north of Tumbler Ridge on Hwy 52 \nSome places earn their silence. Teepee Falls is one of them. \nA 15-metre cascade drops off an ancient sandstone lip into a boulder-strewn canyon carved over 90 million years — and the trail to get there is as beautiful as the destination. Wind through spruce and aspen forest with views of the Murray River valley opening up along the way. Watch for mountain goats navigating the black shale cliffs below — somehow\, improbably\, they’ve made this canyon home. \nIn winter\, the falls freeze solid and become one of the region’s finest ice climbing destinations. Every season here has something to say. \n Distance: 5 km return  Elevation gain: ~80 m  Difficulty: Easy \n\nQuality Falls 6 km north of Tumbler Ridge on Hwy 52 \nClose to town and easy to reach\, Quality Falls has a way of surprising people who think they know what a short trail can offer. \nFollow Quality Creek through the forest to a seven-metre waterfall dropping over a sandstone ledge into a small\, swimmable pool below. You can walk right to the water’s edge. Listen for the winter wren and the flash of an American Dipper working the creek — this trail is quietly one of the best birding spots in the Geopark. \nPack a picnic. Stay awhile. \n Distance: 2 km return  Elevation gain: ~40 m  Difficulty: Easy–Moderate (one steep staircase near the falls) \n\n \nINCLUDED \nA summer day exploring Tumbler Ridge\, BC. \nBear spray mini course. \nProper fossil handling. \n$5 from every booking goes to Wolverine & Nordic Mountain Society \nPeak Wyld Co sticker. \nPlant identification. \nA first aid kit\, emergency supplies\, and a communication device will be carried by guides. \n\nBOOK NOW\n \nFee: $65.00. + GST + Processing Fee \nPlease note that processing fees may apply for credit card payments. \nHow to Pay and Book: To book your adventure\, simply click on the “BOOK NOW” button at the top of the page to proceed with credit card payment. \nIf you prefer to pay via email transfer\, please send us a direct message to register for the event. We will require some information for our booking system. Email transfers should be sent to jocelyn@peakwyldco.ca\, auto deposit is enabled. \nWhat if the Trip is Canceled Due to Unforeseen Circumstances? In the event of a cancellation due to “acts of God\,” your credit will be transferred to a future date. If the group hike does not reach the minimum number of participants\, you will receive a full refund. \nCancellation Policy: Due to the nature of outdoor adventures and the upfront costs involved\, all-day adventures are non-refundable. However\, we can issue a credit for the full amount\, which can be used for a future adventure\, provided cancellations are made at least 5 days in advance of the trip. We strive to offer an exceptional experience\, but please understand that weather and safety considerations may occasionally prevent us from reaching the summit or desired viewpoints. \nPlease note that if you cancel within 0-5 days of the event\, a credit for a future event will not be issued. We appreciate your understanding and encourage you to give as much notice as possible\, as spots are limited on each trip. \n\n \nFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS \nWhere do we meet? Participants will meet at the Tumbler Ridge Visitor Centre at 9:00 AM. \nAddress: 265 Southgate St\, Tumbler Ridge\, BC V0C 2W0. \nHow much water should I carry? It is recommended to pack 2 liters of water for the hike. Hydration bladders are particularly effective in the summer months. A water filter will be provided by your guide. \nAre dogs allowed? Unfortunately\, dogs are not permitted on the trail\, except for the guide’s dog. \nIs it a women-only hike? No\, our hikes are inclusive\, and everyone is welcome to join! \nIs it beginner-friendly? Yes\, the hike is suitable for beginners with some walking experience. While the trail includes challenging sections\, participants should be physically fit enough to navigate hills and walk comfortably for at least three kilometres at a time. Please note that the trail is rated as moderate to challenging due to its distance. \nCan children join in on the fun? Absolutely! We encourage family participation. The minimum age limit for participants is 10 years old. \nHow do we get to the location? We will coordinate a carpool\, led by the guide\, to the trailhead. \nWhat if the roads are bad? Meeting at the Tumbler Ridge Visitor Centre at 9:00 AM allows ample time to reach the trailhead. Please take your time while driving\, and ensure you have the guide’s contact number saved in your phone in case you encounter any issues. \nWhere can I go to the bathroom? There are several restroom facilities available\, including an outhouse located at the trailhead. \nIs Peak Wyld Co responsible for my vehicle during the trip? No\, participants are responsible for their own vehicles while driving to the trailhead. Peak Wyld Co is not liable for any damages incurred to vehicles while driving or parked at the trailhead. \nFor additional questions or to book your hike\, please contact us! \nPacking List: \n\n20-30L Daypack\nTrekking poles\nSturdy Hiking footwear\nHiking shirt – long sleeves help with sun protection\nHiking shorts or pants\nRain gear – waterproof\nSnacks & Lunch\nWater – Bladder & Water Bottle\nSunscreen\nHat\nSunglasses\nLip Balm\nHead Lamp – Extra batteries\nFirst Aid Kit\nMatches\nFire Starter\nEmergency Shelter – Emergency Blanket\nBug Spray\nMulti-tool/knife\nChange of clothes waiting for you in the car.\nToilet Paper\n\nExtra clothing is one of the 10 essentials. Weather can change quickly\, and you may be out longer than planned. In every season\, be prepared with additional waterproof layers\, fleece jacket or warm layers\, extra socks\, gloves and toque and buff. \nOptional: \n\nRain cover for daypack.\nGaiters (Great for creek crossing)\nBear Spray
URL:https://peakwyldco.ca/event/teepee-quality-falls/
LOCATION:Tumbler Ridge Visitor Centre
CATEGORIES:All,Day Events,Day Hikes,Tumbler Ridge
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