Pacific Crest Trail Expedition

July 18-24, 2010

Deep, spectacular glaciated canyons filled with clear streams and waterfalls; Meadows overrun with wildflowers; High peaks and passes covered with remnants of last winter’s snows - the odds are stacked for an EPIC adventure!

We will begin this 5-day backpacking trip high on Sonora Pass, climbing south to the Sierra crest at 10,640 feet. For the first day, we will be in the Vulcan’s realm, complete with thick volcanic flows that buried most of the northern Sierra Nevada, until we descend in to Kennedy Canyon. Now the mountains change to the classic granite domes made famous by Ansel Adams’ photos. Moving through Walker & Grace Meadows, we reach the midpoint of our trip in Lower Kerrick Canyon. Next up is Seavey Pass (9150’) and then the trip’s low point, Benson Lake at 7500 feet. The last 2 days will produce steady gains up to the magnificent Grand Canyon of the Tuolumne River. The shuttle will pick us up on HWY 120 under the shadow of Lembert Dome.

The Cost: $1600.00 per person

Your Epic Adventure Package includes:

• Guided 75-mile PCT backpacking trek
• Spiritual briefings each morning Roundtrip airfare from Huntsville
• All backcountry wilderness permits
• Arrival night lodging & 2 meals in the Sierra foothills
• Last night luxury lodging & 2 meals in Sacramento
• All ground transportation, airport transfers, & hike shuttling for the trip

Qualifications:

You must be 18 or older and in excellent physical condition to make this trip. We will be hiking at altitudes over 7,000 ft. every day, so you’re body will have less oxygen. You are responsible for the essential, intensive pre-hike conditioning. Be ready and be prepared! This is definitely not a trip for the mild at heart!

Bruce has led more than 20 outdoor expeditions in the Smoky Mountains and the Appalachian Trail. He hasn’t lost a man yet! This will be his 5th trip into the High Sierra Range of California.  Every morning, there will be a teaching from the Bible. Bruce will lead spiritual briefings each day that will inspire you in your walk with God and challenge you to grow in your faith and work. You will leave this hike feeling incredibly energized both physically and spiritually!

This excursion is open to the first 13 men who register and submit their deposit. Your $600 deposit is due ASAP! All registrations and deposits must be received no later than June 6, 2010. The $1000 balance is due by July 1st. Airfare, lodging, and transportation must be booked in advance so refunds are not possible (they are however transferable). There must be at least six men registered for this trip to operate. If the event is canceled due to inadequate participants, you will receive a full refund.

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