I generally take 10-12 people with me on my backpacking trips, and lead you through a series of exercises to teach you skills like: -How to pack your backpack -What food you need -First Aid tips -Hiking form and strategy -Map reading -How to build your tent -How to cook in the wilderness -Water filtration -and more The trip includes the following: -Transportation to and from the bay area -Food (Let me know if you have any dietary restrictions) -Camp/permits fees What you are responsible for: -Gear (tent, backpack, sleeping bag/pad, clothing,(small first aid kit) -Rentals for any of the equipment above available upon request for additional fee.