Level Up Your Trail Game at Pack Rat’s Backpacking Clinic

Planning your first backcountry adventure or looking to level up your trail skills? Pack Rat Outdoor Center is hosting a backpacking clinic to help you build the knowledge base for successful multi-day treks.

Here’s everything you need to know.

THE DEETS

📅 Wednesday, November 19, 2025 | 5:00 PM–7:00 PM
📍 Pack Rat Outdoor Center, 209 W Sunbridge Dr, Fayetteville
🎟️ $10 tickets
🔗 More info and ticket

Breaking Down the Backcountry Basics

This two-hour clinic breaks down into two focused sessions. The first half tackles gear fundamentals like trekking poles, footwear selection, and water filtration systems. You’ll also get practical advice on handling animal encounters and planning food resupply strategies for longer treks.

The second half shifts to trip planning, where you’ll explore trail options across the region and beyond. The session covers the nitty-gritty details that can make or break a trip: shuttle logistics, hitchhiking strategies, and understanding different trail approaches. You’ll walk away with actionable strategies for planning successful adventures, from the Ozark Highlands Trail to multi-day expeditions further afield.

Your Fayetteville Outdoor Experts

Pack Rat has been gearing up NWA adventurers for decades, sitting right on Sunbridge Drive as the go-to spot for outdoor gear and trail knowledge. Their staff brings real trail experience to these clinics. The session wraps with an open Q&A, so bring your burning questions about anything from bear canisters to blister prevention.

For $10, you’re getting a crash course in backcountry know-how from people who actually live this stuff. Grab your spot and start planning that trail adventure you’ve been putting off.