If you are between the ages of 10-15 years and want to learn the basics of hiking and backpacking then the five-session Hiking Club course planned this summer by the Springville Recreation Department is just meant for you.
The Youth Hiking Club will start this course from July 27 to Aug. 21 with outings held on Tuesdays from 9 to 11 a.m. with the final outing slated to an all-day Saturday summit hike of the beautiful Maple Mountain.
From Heraldextra.com:
Youth ages 10 to 15 can learn the basics of hiking and backpacking during the five-session Hiking Club course planned this summer by the Springville Recreation Department.
The course will be held from July 27 to Aug. 21 with outings held on Tuesdays from 9 to 11 a.m. The final outing will be an all-day Saturday summit hike of Maple Mountain.
The class is open to youth ages 10 to 15 and is limited to 10 participants. Cost is $35 and includes a T-shirt. Participants will learn wilderness safety, GPS navigation and backpacking skills all while having fun in the great outdoors.
All the hikes will be local and to-and-from transportation from the trailheads is to be arranged by parents. For registration, contact the Springville City Recreation Department, 443 S. 200 East, Springville before July 9 or call the city recreation department at (801) 489-2730. Pack your bags as it is time to get, set, and go!
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