classes

Wildly Grounded offers a variety of classes, designed to give you the tools and confidence you need to begin your journey in the outdoors.

Backpacking 101

Backpacking 101 is a beginner-friendly class designed to help you feel confident and prepared to venture beyond the trailhead and spend a night (or more) in the backcountry.

Whether you’re brand new to the idea or have been day hiking and are ready to level up, this class will give you the foundational knowledge, skills, and encouragement you need to take your first overnight trip.

We’ll cover topics like:

  • Gear basics: what you really need (and what you don’t)

  • How to pack a backpack

  • Food and water planning

  • Trail safety and Leave No Trace principles

  • Finding campsites and reading maps

  • Tips for comfort, confidence, and joy on the trail

Who Is This For?

  • Curious beginners who have never camped or backpacked

  • Day hikers ready to take the next step

  • Nature lovers who want to unplug and reconnect more deeply

  • Women, solo hikers, or anyone wanting a supportive learning space

  • Those interested in building skills for longer treks like the Appalachian Trail

Who Would Benefit?

  • People looking to build self-confidence and resilience outdoors

  • Anyone seeking peace, simplicity, and solitude in nature

  • Folks who want to experience nature overnight but aren’t sure where to start

  • Those craving freedom, healing, or adventure in wild places

    • Duration: 2–3 hours

    • Group Size: 2-15 participants

    • Rate: $25 per person*

    • Discounts for students/youth groups

    *Sliding scale available. Wildly Grounded is committed to making nature-based healing accessible. Reach out—we’ll find a way to make it work.

Backpacking Skills Practice: Hands on learninG

Already have your gear, but feeling a little uncertain? This follow-up to Backpacking 101 is a hands-on, outdoor-based class where you’ll get to practice the essential skills you need for a successful overnight trip — no experience necessary, just curiosity and a willingness to learn.

We’ll roll up our sleeves and walk through:

  • How to set up and break down a tent

  • Using a backpacking stove safely to boil water or cook a simple meal

  • How to filter and purify water in the backcountry

  • Packing and organizing your backpack for balance and accessibility

  • Proper sanitation and Leave No Trace bathroom practices

  • Tips for sleeping comfortably and troubleshooting common challenges

This class takes place outdoors, so you’ll get real-world practice and build confidence before heading into the backcountry on your own or with a group.

Who Is This For?

  • Graduates of Backpacking 101 or other beginners who already own their gear and are ready to practice

  • Visual and hands-on learners who prefer learning by doing

  • Day hikers preparing for their first overnight trip

  • Anyone who wants a safe space to ask questions and practice skills before going solo or with friends

Who Would Benefit?

  • People who want to feel more prepared, calm, and confident on trail

  • Those who’ve bought or borrowed gear but haven’t used it yet

  • Folks who learn best by doing, not just reading or watching videos

  • Anyone looking to reduce fear, build outdoor competence, and take the next step in their backpacking journey

    • Duration: 2–3 hours

    • Group Size: 2-8 participants

    • Rate: $35 per person*

    • Discounts for students/youth groups

    *Sliding scale available. Wildly Grounded is committed to making nature-based healing accessible. Reach out—we’ll find a way to make it work.

Contact me

Interested in one of the classes above? Fill out the form below and I’ll be back in touch with you within 24 hours. Please include as much detail as possible about your interests including:

  • The name of the class you’re interested in

  • The side of your group (or if it’s just you)

  • The date(s) you’re interested in

If you’re not sure which class is for you, that’s fine too! Just select “other” in the drop down and send me any questions you have in the message section. I look forward to connecting!