This TREK Program is for those wanting to learn about backpacking.
Trek Program 2026
Age Requirement: 10 years old
Date : December 30th, 2026
Experience Level: Zero to a little
This TREK Program is for those wanting to learn about backpacking.
NOTE: If you are under 18, and adult must accompany you on the trek
| Trek Dates: | December 30th, 2026 |
| Trek Time: | Arrival: 8:30 am Completion: Around 3 pm |
| Location: | Yates Place Campground, 815 Dusty Level Rd, Troy, NC 27371 |
| Cost per Person: | $30 before November 1st, 2026 (last day to request cancelation/refund) $40 November 1st, 2026, through program start |
Please be sure all participants have completed the **waiver and agreement before arrival**.
This TREK Program is for those wanting to learn about backpacking. Little to no experience is all you need to attend.
What do you need to bring in your backpack/daypack?
- Water Bottle
- Flashlight
- Chair
- Hiking shoes for the weather
- Warm clothing and a spare set just in case
What is provided?
- Some type of instant breakfast, oatmeal
- Something instant and hot to drink, like coffee, tea, or hot chocolate
- Lunch food that requires no cooking
- For example, dry meat, cheese, bread, and/or meal replacement bars
- Dinner: The staff will prepare you a home-cooked meal, which is a real feast!
- Custom patch for TREK program
- Insurance
Trail Topics you will learn about?
- Water Filtration
- Trail Food
- First Aid
- Meal Planning and Ideas
- Backpacks and being comfortable
- Stoves and cooking
- Trail Ethics
- Leave No Trace
- Restroom Activities
At the end of the day, what is the feast?
The staff will cook for you and provide dinner on December 30th.
It will be a feast to remember.
Although it may change before you eat, currently, here is the planned menu:
| Main Meat: | BBQ Chicken |
| Side Dishes: | Mashed Potatoes with butter, cream and cream Green beans with butter and onions Corn with butter Apple sauce cinnamon / brown sugar Assorted mix veggies (Salad) |
| Salad Dressing: | Ranch and Italian |
| Dessert Cobblers: | Apple cobbler Peach cobbler Chocolate Cherry cobbler |
We will make every effort to ensure there is enough food for all. Please communicate with the staff if you have food allergies or medical issues. We attempt to accommodate everyone. However, in certain circumstances, we cannot. If you have less than common allergies, please bring your own food, as we have limited capabilities.
sign up
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/trek-2026-december-30–2026