Backpacking Form | Northstar

Thank you for your interest in our Women’s Appalachian backpacking adventure! Please complete this form so we can better understand your background, goals, and expectations before registration.

Personal Information

First name

Last name

Birthday

Month

Day

Year

Email

Phone

Address

Emergency Contact Name

Emergency Contact Phone

Trip Interest & Motivation

What do you hope to gain or experience during this trip?

Backpacking Experience

Have you ever been on a multi-day backpacking trip?

Yes, within the last three years

Yes, over three years ago

No

Briefly describe your past backpacking experience (e.g., where, duration, group/solo):

How would you rate your backpacking experience level?

Beginner (little to no experience)

Intermediate (some trips under your belt)

Advanced (frequent backpacker, comfortable in wilderness)

Physical Fitness & Health

How would you rate your current physical fitness?

Poor

Average

Good

Excellent

Do you have any medical conditions, allergies, or physical limitations we should be aware of?

Yes

No

If you answered "yes," please explain

Are you currently under any medications?

Yes

No

If you answered "yes," please list

Camping & Wilderness Skills

Do you have experience with the following? (check all that apply)

Trip Readiness

Are you comfortable with the following conditions? (check all that apply)

Carrying 30–40 lbs of gear daily

Hiking 10–13 miles per day

Sleeping outdoors in a tent

Navigating with a map & compass

No cell service or internet for extended periods

Using a backcountry toilet or digging a cathole

Exposure to weather (rain, wind, cold, sun)

Final Questions

Is there anything you’d like to share about yourself, your goals, or any concerns you may have? (Optional)

Next Steps

Once we review your responses, we’ll contact you with the next steps for registration if it’s a good fit. Completing this form does not guarantee acceptance.

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