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      2010

      • Mt. Rainier National Park, WA
        We've been awarded 1 of only 5 permits Mt. Rainier NP issues
        ONLY 1 SPOT LEFT
        Sep 4-11, 2010 - $1150, ★★★★
      • White Mountain National Forest, NH
        Day Hiking / Fall Foliage / Stay in a Lodge
        September 26 - October 2, 2010 - $1350, ★★
      • Pine Barrens / Batona Trail, NJ
        New Fitpacking Destination!
        Oct 9-16, 2010 - $1000, ★
      • Cumberland Island National Seashore, GA
        Nov 6-13, 2010 - $975, ★
      • Israel National Trail / Shvil Yisroel
        New Fitpacking Destination!
        Dec 5-20, 2010 - $2750, ★★

        • 2011

      • Florida Trail / Ocala National Forest
        January 15-23, 2011 - $1000, ★
      • Cumberland Island National Seashore, GA
        Details TBD
        February 19-26, 2011 - ~$1000, ★
      • Big Bend National Park, TX
        Details TBD
        March 5-13, 2011 - ~$1050, ★★★
      • Superstition Wilderness, AZ
        Details TBD
        March 19-27, 2011 - ~$1175, ★★★
      • Canyonlands National Park, UT
        Details TBD
        April 2-10, 2011 - ~$1250, ★★★★
      • Great Smoky Mountains National Park, NC/TN
        Details TBD
        April 23 - May 1, 2011 - ~$1100, ★★
      • Shenandoah National Park, VA
        Details TBD
        May 14-29, 2011 - ~$1750, ★★
      • Mt. Rushmore / Black Hills / Wind Caves, SD
        New Fitpacking Destination! Details TBD
        June 4-12, 2011 - ~$1250, ★★★
      • Redwood National Park, CA
        Details TBD
        June 22 - July 4, 2011 ~$1700, ★★
      • Olympic National Park, WA
        Details TBD
        July 9-17, 2011 - ~$1250, ★
      • Yosemite National Park, CA
        Details TBD
        July 23 - August 5, 2011 - ~$1750, ★★★★
      • Appalachian Trail / 100 Mile Wilderness, ME
        New Fitpacking Destination! Details TBD
        August 13-28, 2011 - ~$1750, ★★★★
      • Mt. Rainier National Park, WA
        Details TBD
        September 3-11, 2011 - ~$1250, ★★★★
      • White Mountain National Forest, NH
        Day Hiking / Fall Foliage / Stay in a Lodge
        Details TBD
        September 30 - October 6, 2011 - ~$1450, ★★
      • Appalachian Trail Thru-Hiker Primer / Intro, GA
        Details TBD
        October 15-23, 2011 - ~$1000, ★★★
      • Hot Springs, AR
        New Fitpacking Destination! Details TBD
        October 29 - November 6, 2011 - ~$1050, ★★
      • Difficulty Ratings:
        ★ Easier (but not easy)
        ★★ Moderate (difficult at times)
        ★★★ Moderate to Strenuous
        ★★★★ Strenuous (much of the time)
      • Please note that difficulty ratings are deceptive. The easiest day of a 4 star trip may be less strenuous than the hardest day of a 1 star trip. We have little control over how mountains form, where trails and campsites are located and weather, so difficulty varies from day to day. These ratings just reflect overall impressions.
      • All Prices include at least 2 nights in a hotel, all food eaten on the trail, ground transportation to/from trailheads, guides, and permits. Prices quoted are Per Person Double Occupancy (Hotel Sharing), but single supplements are available.

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  • Quotes

  • "My experience pushed me out of my perceived comfort zone and physical limitations. I would definitely do it again!" -- Val P., Great Smoky Mountains, NC/TN 2005
  • "That week on the Appalachian Trail will always be on my 'count on one hand' list of best experiences. I learned to slow down and give myself a little slack. The simplicity of the long trudges, as well as the complexity of the climbs fed my soul. I even shed a demon or two along the way. I am more connected to life now because of that hike" -- Julia P., Fall Foliage Trip CT/MA, 2008 & Shenandoah National Park, 2010
  • "The sense of community, encouragement, compassion, and support that developed is one that is rarely exercised in our daily lives. Perhaps more rewarding than a shift in BMI is the courage, confidence, and strength of character that was developed on the trail." -- Shirley C., Arizona Trail, AZ 2006
  • "I emerged from Arizona's Four Peaks Wilderness with improved confidence, lighter, stronger (mentally and physically), and with memories that will be with me forever. I can't wait to go on my next trip!" -- Amanda B., Arizona Trail, AZ 2010
  • "I've been on two trips with Fitpacking, and I intend to take them all. It's that good." -- Giselle H., Great Smoky Mountains, NC/TN 2007 & Ocala National Forest, FL, 2010
  • "I came away feeling proud of myself. I had accomplished something worthwhile." -- Kindra W., Foothills Trail, SC 2006
  • "Exploring the majestic wilderness while losing weight, forming friendships, and learning survival skills is part of the experience, but self-discovery, personal introspection, increased self-esteem and just plain old self satisfaction are added benefits." -- Paula S., Redwood National Park 2006 & Highway2Health, FL 2007
  • "Three days in it hits. Body, mind and spirit find harmony somewhere during your 7000th stride. Can it be I'm really in America? Do these places really exist? What day is it?" -- Dave W., Foothills Trail, SC 2006
  • "There were significant spiritual rewards as well: the contemplation of remoteness, timelessness, natural beauty, fragility and self-sufficiency." -- Marc D., Arizona Trail 2006 & Adirondacks, NY 2006
  • "I could not have choosen a better way to spend quality time with my son. The experience was life changing. Go Fitpacking!!!." -- Jim H., Crater Lake National Park, OR 2010
  • "At age 63 I have accomplished much in my life. This is high on my list." -- Terrence R., Florida Trail, FL 2010
  • "It was one of the best things I've recently done in my life." -- Jim E., Redwood National Park, 2006, Florida Trail, 2007, & Shenandoah National Park, VA, 2008 & 2009
  • "Fitpacking was just what I was looking for. I plan to take several solo hikes in the Smokies this year and now I feel more confident in doing that." -- Steve R., Great Smoky Mountains 2007
  • "If you've never done this before, you'll wonder why you waited so long to try." -- Hasan G., Joshua Tree National Park CA, 2009

  • More Quotes

  • "I passed my fit test for the Air Force on Sunday! I could not have done it without the Fitpacking trip. I lost enough in my waist and improved my Cardio so much my Air Force boss was shocked when I passed." -- Tom D., Olympic National Park, WA 2007
  • "I signed up to motivate me (a 47 year old, out of shape and burnt out lawyer) to get back in shape and to forget about my headaches. It was the best medicine I have ever taken!"

    Each Fitpacking trip I have done has been an awesome experience. But even better are the friends I've made while sweating miles with people I've never met. For this out-of-shape, 40 something guy (pushing 50), I am hooked. [The Guides] do a great job and I am already thinking about my next adventure. -- Roger J., Olympic National Park, WA 2007, Shenandoah National Park, VA 2008 & 2010, & North Cascades National Park, WA, 2009
  • "Fitpacking is by far the best guide service I have ever used. The guides are excellent and knowledgeable. If I were to go with any guide service again it would be with Fitpacking." -- Alexander H., Crater Lake National Park, OR 2010
  • "I got everything I wanted out of my Fitpacking hike. Weight loss, an experience out of my comfort zone (in a beautiful environment) and a renewed confidence in my own abilities." -- Deb M., Shenandoah National Park, VA 2008
  • "Fitpacking provides a unique challenging personal experience that combines personal challenge, group dynamics and personal improvemnt into a vacation experience that will not be forgettable. " -- Gene M., Ocala National Forest, FL 2010
  • "A really really good time. Lots of laughs + lots of miles. I'll definitely do this again!" -- Cristina T., Olympic National Park, WA, 2007 and Yosemite National Park, CA, 2010
  • "I forgot how much I loved being in the mountains. Weight loss, although it did happen, felt secondary." -- Alexandra A., Superstition Wilderness, AZ, 2007, Big Bend National Park, TX, 2008, & Canyonlands National Park, UT, 2010
  • "I had some back issues prior to the trip, but while on the trip and since, none. Nada. My back never felt better. Also, met a wonderfully diverse group of people which was quite unexpected." -- Douglas J., Redwood National Park CA, 2008
  • "... an awesome experience. I already miss the woods and the peacefulness that comes with it." -- Dawn A., Shenandoah National Park VA, 2009
  • "Fitpacking helped me feel ten years younger and stronger!" -- Marjie F., Redwood National Park CA, 2010
  • "It was the perfect combination of fun and a fitness challenge. It was hard and I feel great that I did it."

    "This was my second trip with Fitpacking and somehow this experience even outdid my first trip. It just keeps getting better and better!" -- Ann L., Great Smoky Mountains NC/TN, 2008 & Redwood National Park CA, 2009
  • "I achieved my goal of increasing strength and stamina. I can see my waist line.... The hike was was great, and I feel I was successful." -- Theresa D., Florida Trail, FL 2010

  • Even More Quotes

  • "This trip was the most difficult and challenging thing I have ever done in my life … and it was by far, hands down, absolutely, positively the most fun I have ever had in my life."

    Fitpacking has changed my life--turned me on to backpacking and hiking. Even a "bad/hard" day hiking is always better than the best days at the office!" -- Cheryl E., Olympic National Park, WA 2008 & Joshua Tree National Park, CA 2009
  • "The Redwoods hike for me (a novice) proved to be a true adventure wherein I dramatically improved my overall stamina and moved towards my weight goal, while experiencing some deeply beautiful places." -- Jesse W., Redwood National Park, CA 2008
  • "I recommend Fitpacking to anyone who needs a change of scenery -- especially what they see in the mirror. I felt so much better about myself after 7 days of hiking, and it got me out of the habit of eating after dinner. Now I tell my husband, 'I can't eat any more tonight. They've already hung up the bear bag.' I've actually been able to keep off the weight I lost on the hike. " -- Sharon B., Ocala National Forest, FL 2010
  • "[The guides] were extremely helpful, knowlegdeable, and helped me realize that I can do more than I ever thought I could. I left tired, but energized at the same time. I wanted to go out and hike again as soon as I got back home!" -- Felicia C., White Mountain National Forest, NH 2009
  • "I'd originally signed up to please my wife, who'd asked me to accompany her, and was at first a bit skeptical. By the end of the week, however, I was really happy to have been along and would do it again in a minute." -- Wilfred K., White Mountain National Forest, NH 2009
  • "I would highly recommend the experience for anyone who wants to strengthen mind, body and spirit." -- Vicki L., Arizona Trail 2006 & Shenandoah National Park, VA 2008
  • "I was seeking a change in pace, a healthy experience with the side benefit of weight loss, and to reinstitute a sense of nature into my being. I accomplished all of these goals on the Fitpacking expedition." -- Gary V., Redwood National Park 2006
  • "In reading and planning for the trip, I seem to have skipped over the fact that the meals would be vegetarian. I hadn't gone without meat for more than two days in my entire adult life, but was pleasantly surprised with the culinary adventure." -- Dan S., Big Bend, TX, 2007
  • "[The guides] were wonderful and caring and I had a great time!" -- Joe B., Yosemite National Parkm], CA, 2010
  • "Fitpacking is a great way to stay physically, emotionally, and spiritually connected and fit." -- Linda B., Shenandoah National Park VA, 2009
  • "[The Guide] was like a good bartender - around when you need him but still gave you your space."

    "I laughed, I cried, It was the best show I've seen in years". -- Dave B., North Cascades National Park WA, 2009


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