Originally published at: Munchkin Madness #3 -Forbidden Plateau Backpacking trip – Alpine Club of Canada Vancouver Island Section
“Munchkin Madness Trio of Trips”
This the third of the three trips aimed at families with young munchkins. Ideal age range is 4 to 6, but flexible. The goal is to bring like-minded families together to figure out how to bring our youngsters into the wilderness, and to build skills and find joy in the wilderness.
The trips are geared to the speed and abilities of the little ones, and will be filled with fun, snack stops, laughs and chaos.
Details:
(Dates flexible depending on participants) (Distances and goals will depend on participants’ ages and experience.) Proposed plan: day one – drive to Raven Lodge, and hike to Helen Mackenzie to camp, day two – hike to Circlet Lake to camp, day three – day hike to gain as much elevation as the munchkins can muster camp at Circlet, day four- hike out and drive home.
Category: Family Backpacking trip for children ages 4-7 or so.
Requirements: each family or parent/kid will need to be self-sufficient and able to carry all their lightweight camping and cooking gear and food. Children can carry a small backpack with light gear to contribute, while parent(s) need to carry the rest of the gear. Please inquire for an equipment list. Good footwear is a must.