Crow Pass Prep Workshop | Anchorage

Date: Thursday, June 27 | 7:00–8:00 PM

Location: Glen Alps Parking Lot, Anchorage

Hosted by: TrailMates Hike Leaders

Planning to join the Crow Pass Overnight Adventure? Or just curious about how to pack and prepare for your first backpacking trip? Join us for a casual, in-person prep workshop at Glen Alps!

We’ll gather in the parking lot to walk through what to pack, how to plan for river crossings and unpredictable weather, and answer all your backpacking questions. You’ll get to see sample gear, swap ideas, and connect with others heading out on the adventure.

✅ What to expect on the Crow Pass trail

✅ Overnight backpacking tips and gear talk

✅ Community Q&A

✅ Optional group hike after the workshop at Powerline Pass—bring your backpack and test your load!

This is a great opportunity to get comfortable, get connected, and get excited. Open to all—whether you're officially RSVP'd or still thinking about it!

🔗 RSVP on our website to let us know you're coming and receive any updates.

Disclaimer: TrailMates hikes and workshops are led by volunteer community members, not paid or professional guides. By participating, you acknowledge that you are solely responsible for your own safety, wellbeing, and preparedness. Please assess your personal skill level and bring the appropriate gear for the activity. TrailMates is not liable for any injuries, accidents, or incidents that may occur during the event.

🏕️ TrailMates Basic Overnight Packing List

We'll share a printed packing list at this workshop! We recommend bringing your gear to practice carrying your load.

Essentials

• 🎒 Backpack (50–65L recommended)

• 🛏️ Tent or shelter (lightweight, weather-resistant)

• 🛌 Sleeping bag (rated to 30°F or lower)

• 🧘 Sleeping pad (for insulation and comfort)

• 🔥 Stove + fuel (small backpacking stove)

• 🍳 Cookware (pot, utensil, lighter)

• 🥣 Bowl, mug, and utensil set

• 💧 Water bottles or hydration bladder (2–3L total capacity)

• 💧 Water filter or purification tablets

Clothing (layered for Alaskan weather)

• 🧥 Waterproof rain jacket

• 🧤 Warm midlayer (fleece or puffy)

• 👕 Base layers (top and bottom)

• 🧦 Wool or synthetic socks (2–3 pairs)

• 🩳 Hiking pants or leggings

• 👖 Camp clothes (dry set to sleep in)

• 🧢 Hat, gloves, and buff or neck gaiter

• 👟 Trail shoes or boots (broken-in)

• 👡 Camp shoes / water shoes (for river crossings)

Food

• 🍽️ 2 days of meals (dinner, breakfast, snacks, and lunch)

• 🥜 High-calorie trail snacks (bars, jerky, nuts, dried fruit)

• 🗑️ Trash bag for packing out all waste

Safety & Navigation

• 🧭 Map/GPS or downloaded offline trail map

• 🔦 Headlamp (with extra batteries)

• 🧰 First aid kit

• 🐻 Bear-proof storage (canister or bag + rope for hanging)

• 🛠️ Multi-tool or knife

• 📱 Fully charged phone (consider a battery bank)

Optional but Recommended

• 🦟 Bug spray

• 🌞 Sunscreen + sunglasses

• 🚽 Toilet paper + trowel or wag bag

• 🚰 Electrolyte tablets or drink mix

• 🏕️ Lightweight tarp (for extra shelter or dry area)