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      2012

      • Cumberland Island National Seashore, GA
        February 18-25, 2012 - $1000, ★
      • Big Bend National Park, TX
        With Hot Springs
        March 3-10, 2012 - $1075, ★★★
      • Joshua Tree National Park, CA
        March 10-18, 2012 - $1250, ★★
      • Arizona Trail / Four Peaks Wilderness, AZ
        March 24 - April 1, 2012 - $1175, ★★★
      • Canyonlands National Park Needles District, UT
        April 14-22, 2012 - $1250, ★★★
      • Great Smoky Mountains National Park, NC/TN
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        April 28 - May 5, 2012 - $1250, ★★
      • Shenandoah National Park, VA
        May 14-28, 2012 - $1800, ★★★
      • Appalachian Trail Thru-Hiker Primer, VA/WV/MD/PA
        New Fatpacking Destination!
        May 26 - Jun 3, 2012 - $1075, ★★★
      • Mt. Rushmore / Black Hills, SD
        May 26 - Jun 3, 2012 - $1200, ★★★
      • White Mountain National Forest, NH
        With Kayaking
        Jun 2-8, 2012 - $1100, ★★
      • Redwood National Park, CA
        With Finnish Sauna/Baths
        Jun 9-17, 2012 - $1200, ★★
      • Olympic National Park, WA
        With Hot Springs
        Jun 30 - Jul 8, 2012 - $1250, ★
      • Isle Royale National Park, MI
        New Fatpacking Destination!
        Jul 10-18, 2012 - $1250, ★★★
      • Rocky Mountain National Park, CO
        Only 2 Spots Left
        Jul 28 - Aug 9, 2012 - $1750, ★★★★
      • Crater Lake National Park, OR
        Aug 14-21, 2012 - $1175, ★★
      • Yosemite National Park, CA
        Aug 18-31, 2012 - $1800, ★★★★
      • Adirondack High Peaks, NY
        With Bobsledding
        Aug 25 - Sep 2, 2012 - $1125, ★★★
      • Mt. Rainier National Park, WA
        Sep 8-15, 2012 - $1250, ★★★★
      • New Jersey Pine Barrens, NJ
        New Fatpacking Destination
        Oct 6-13, 2012 - $1000, ★
      • White Mountain National Forest, NH
        With Kayaking
        Oct 9-15, 2012 - $1125, ★★
      • Georgia Appalachian Trail Thru-Hiker Primer, GA
        Oct 20-27, 2012 - $1025, ★★★
      • Hot Springs / Ouachita Trail, AR
        With Hot Springs
        Nov 3-11, 2012 - $1025, ★★
      • Patagonia, Torres del Paine, Chile
        Details TBD
        Dec 8-19, 2012 - ~$2500, ★★★★

      2013

      • Florida Trail / Ocala National Forest
        With Canoeing
        Details TBD
        Dec 31, 2012 - Jan 8, 2013 - ~$1000, ★
      • Difficulty Ratings:
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      • Please note that difficulty ratings are deceptive. The easiest day of a 4 star trip may be less strenuous than the hardest day of a 1 star trip. We have little control over how mountains form, where trails and campsites are located, weather variation and terrain, so difficulty varies from day to day. These ratings just reflect overall impressions.
      • All Prices include at least 2 nights in a hotel, all food eaten on the trail, ground transportation to/from trailheads, guides, and permits. Prices quoted are Per Person Double Occupancy (Hotel Sharing), but single supplements are available.

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  • Quotes

  • "My experience pushed me out of my perceived comfort zone and physical limitations. I would definitely do it again!" -- Val P., Great Smoky Mountains, NC/TN 2005
  • "That week on the Appalachian Trail will always be on my 'count on one hand' list of best experiences. I learned to slow down and give myself a little slack. The simplicity of the long trudges, as well as the complexity of the climbs fed my soul. I even shed a demon or two along the way. I am more connected to life now because of that hike" -- Julia P., Fall Foliage Trip CT/MA, 2008, Shenandoah National Park, 2010 & 100 Mile Wilderness, ME, 2011.
  • "My Fatpacking experience was the greatest. Spending time among the buffalo, elk and prairie dogs was amazing. There's no better feeling than the bond you feel with others who have just shared the experience of walking all day through the wilderness. Hot, tired, exhausted and exhilirated." -- John M., Mt. Rushmore, SD 2011
  • "The sense of community, encouragement, compassion, and support that developed is one that is rarely exercised in our daily lives. Perhaps more rewarding than a shift in BMI is the courage, confidence, and strength of character that was developed on the trail." -- Shirley C., Arizona Trail, AZ 2006
  • "I emerged from Arizona's Four Peaks Wilderness with improved confidence, lighter, stronger (mentally and physically), and with memories that will be with me forever. I can't wait to go on my next trip!" -- Amanda B., Arizona Trail, AZ 2010
  • "I've been on two trips with Fatpacking, and I intend to take them all. It's that good." -- Giselle H., Great Smoky Mountains, NC/TN 2007 & Ocala National Forest, FL, 2010
  • "I came away feeling proud of myself. I had accomplished something worthwhile." -- Kindra W., Foothills Trail, SC 2006 and Shenandoah National Park, VA 2011
  • "Exploring the majestic wilderness while losing weight, forming friendships, and learning survival skills is part of the experience, but self-discovery, personal introspection, increased self-esteem and just plain old self satisfaction are added benefits." -- Paula S., Redwood National Park 2006 & Highway2Health, FL 2007
  • "Three days in it hits. Body, mind and spirit find harmony somewhere during your 7000th stride. Can it be I'm really in America? Do these places really exist? What day is it?" -- Dave W., Foothills Trail, SC 2006
  • "There were significant spiritual rewards as well: the contemplation of remoteness, timelessness, natural beauty, fragility and self-sufficiency." -- Marc D., Arizona Trail 2006 & Adirondacks, NY 2006
  • "I could not have choosen a better way to spend quality time with my son. The experience was life changing. Go Fatpacking!!!." -- Jim H., Crater Lake National Park, OR 2010
  • "I lost 22lbs in a week, I completed one of the most dangerous hikes in the USA, I had a great time, I forgot about work and proved to myself it is never to late to get started. I so much look forward to my next trip." -- Dave K., Canyonlands National Park, UT 2011
  • "The Fatpacking guides made the hike from Monson to Mt. Kathadin into an incredibly memorable experience. If I had hiked by myself, I would have driven myself insane with over-thinking all the little details like "where should I stop for the night?" and "how much water should I carry?" Having experienced guides who could answer these and many other questions allowed me to focus on the natural beauty, the fun of hiking, and the more important questions, like "What kind of bar do I want for a snack?"" -- Tracy E., 100 Mile Wilderness, ME 2011
  • "At age 63 I have accomplished much in my life. This is high on my list." -- Terrence R., Florida Trail, FL 2010
  • "It was one of the best things I've recently done in my life." -- Jim E., Redwood National Park, 2006, Florida Trail, 2007, & Shenandoah National Park, VA, 2008 & 2009
  • "Fatpacking was just what I was looking for. I plan to take several solo hikes in the Smokies this year and now I feel more confident in doing that." -- Steve R., Great Smoky Mountains 2007
  • " I would book with Fatpacking again and would recommend it to my friends."

    "This is my 4th trip with Fatpacking and it will not be my last, great guides, great locations and get to see the great American outdoors." -- Guido G., Redwood National Park CA, 2010, Shenandoah National Park, VA 2011, Mt. Rushmore, SD 2011 and Rocky Mountain National Park, CO 2011
  • "If you've never done this before, you'll wonder why you waited so long to try." -- Hasan G., Joshua Tree National Park CA, 2009

  • More Quotes

  • "I passed my fit test for the Air Force on Sunday! I could not have done it without the Fatpacking trip. I lost enough in my waist and improved my Cardio so much my Air Force boss was shocked when I passed." -- Tom D., Olympic National Park, WA 2007
  • "I signed up to motivate me (a 47 year old, out of shape and burnt out lawyer) to get back in shape and to forget about my headaches. It was the best medicine I have ever taken!"

    Each Fatpacking trip I have done has been an awesome experience. But even better are the friends I've made while sweating miles with people I've never met. For this out-of-shape, 40 something guy (pushing 50), I am hooked. [The Guides] do a great job and I am already thinking about my next adventure. -- Roger J., Olympic National Park, WA 2007, Shenandoah National Park, VA 2008 & 2010, North Cascades National Park, WA, 2009, Mt. Rainier National Park, WA 2010, Four Peaks Wilderness, AZ 2011 & Appalachian Trail Primer, GA 2011
  • "Fatpacking is by far the best guide service I have ever used. The guides are excellent and knowledgeable. If I were to go with any guide service again it would be with Fatpacking." -- Alexander H., Crater Lake National Park, OR 2010
  • "I got everything I wanted out of my Fatpacking hike. Weight loss, an experience out of my comfort zone (in a beautiful environment) and a renewed confidence in my own abilities." -- Deb M., Shenandoah National Park, VA 2008
  • "Fatpacking provides a unique challenging personal experience that combines personal challenge, group dynamics and personal improvemnt into a vacation experience that will not be forgettable. " -- Gene M., Ocala National Forest, FL 2010
  • "A really really good time. Lots of laughs + lots of miles. I'll definitely do this again!" -- Cristina T., Olympic National Park, WA, 2007, Yosemite National Park, CA, 2010 and Rocky Mountain National Park, CO 2011
  • "It's great on the trail. Your mind clears and you forget about that 'To Do' list that constantly nags at your guilty conscience when you are trying to relax at home!" -- Kim J., Shenandoah National Park, VA 2010 and Redwood National Park, CA 2011
  • "I forgot how much I loved being in the mountains. Weight loss, although it did happen, felt secondary." -- Alexandra A., Superstition Wilderness, AZ, 2007, Big Bend National Park, TX, 2008, Canyonlands National Park, UT, 2010 & White Mountain National Forest, NH 2011
  • "Fatpacking has provided a delightful structure for improving my hiking capabilities and techniques. The guides are fun and very helpful, and the whole experience is very rewarding. Not to mention the awe-inspiring scenery!" -- Leslie K., White Mountain National Forest, NH, 2009 & 2011
  • "Fatpacking gave me a great incentive to lose weight and get in shape before the Mt. Ranier trip. The trip itself was challenging both physically and mentally. The scenery was beautiful. I will always remember sleeping out under the stars." -- Paul Y., Mt. Rainier National Park, WA, 2011
  • "A great experience--beautiful location, good exercise, fine for first-time camping/backpacking because the guides were so knowledgable and helpful." -- Barbara R., Olympic National Park, WA, 2011
  • "I enjoyed the trip. It was rewarding in [so] many ways ..." -- Stephen K., Hot Springs / Ouachita Trail, AR, 2011
  • "I had some back issues prior to the trip, but while on the trip and since, none. Nada. My back never felt better. Also, met a wonderfully diverse group of people which was quite unexpected." -- Douglas J., Redwood National Park CA, 2008
  • "... an awesome experience. I already miss the woods and the peacefulness that comes with it." -- Dawn A., Shenandoah National Park VA, 2009
  • "Fatpacking helped me feel ten years younger and stronger!" -- Marjie F., Redwood National Park CA, 2010
  • "It was the perfect combination of fun and a fitness challenge. It was hard and I feel great that I did it."

    "This was my second trip with Fatpacking and somehow this experience even outdid my first trip. It just keeps getting better and better!" -- Ann L., Great Smoky Mountains NC/TN, 2008, Redwood National Park CA, 2009 & Yosemite National Park CA, 2011
  • "I spent a week Fatpacking to jump-start my vacation and my exercising. I ended up meeting many great people and hiking a [vertical] mile up a mountain with them!" -- Nathan L., White Mountain National Forest, NH 2011
  • "I achieved my goal of increasing strength and stamina. I can see my waist line.... The hike was was great, and I feel I was successful." -- Theresa D., Florida Trail, FL 2010

  • Even More Quotes

  • "This trip was the most difficult and challenging thing I have ever done in my life … and it was by far, hands down, absolutely, positively the most fun I have ever had in my life."

    Fatpacking has changed my life--turned me on to backpacking and hiking. Even a "bad/hard" day hiking is always better than the best days at the office!" -- Cheryl E., Olympic National Park, WA 2008 & Joshua Tree National Park, CA 2009
  • "This was by far the best trip I have ever been on in my whole life ... This adventure trip gave me an opportunity to reflect on my life and my normal day's grind and during that process I re-discovered my own strengths, weaknesses, successes and struggles. " -- Tara Y., Mt. Rainier National Park, WA 2011
  • "Fatpacking totally got me hooked on hiking. Ever since I have been home all I keep thinking about is wishing I was back on the trail. You can't find a better deal than this." -- Jacqueline S., Appalachian Trail, CT 2010
  • "The Redwoods hike for me (a novice) proved to be a true adventure wherein I dramatically improved my overall stamina and moved towards my weight goal, while experiencing some deeply beautiful places." -- Jesse W., Redwood National Park, CA 2008
  • "This was an awesome trip! I was challenged, but not pushed beyond my limits. The guides were fantastic! Looking forward to another trip in the future!" -- Mary K., Mt. Rainier National Park, WA 2011
  • "I recommend Fatpacking to anyone who needs a change of scenery -- especially what they see in the mirror. I felt so much better about myself after 7 days of hiking, and it got me out of the habit of eating after dinner. Now I tell my husband, 'I can't eat any more tonight. They've already hung up the bear bag.' I've actually been able to keep off the weight I lost on the hike. " -- Sharon B., Ocala National Forest, FL 2010
  • "Climbing Mount Washington was physically the most difficult thing I have ever done. [The Guides] set the right combination of pushiness and support for me to reach the summit. I would never have been able to achieve it on my own." -- Roger P., White Mountain National Forest, NH 2011
  • "[The guides] were extremely helpful, knowlegdeable, and helped me realize that I can do more than I ever thought I could. I left tired, but energized at the same time. I wanted to go out and hike again as soon as I got back home!" -- Felicia C., White Mountain National Forest, NH 2009
  • "The trip was pure joy and relaxation! If you would like to unplug for few days from your everyday life, that's the way to do it. No stress, no clients, no bills to pay, no judgments - just you and nature."

    "After every trip (and countless blisters) I'm coming back for more" -- Kasia B., Four Peaks Wilderness, AZ 2010, Cumberland Island National Seashore, GA 2010, Florida Trail, FL 2011, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, TN/NC 2011 and Hot Springs, AR 2011
  • "I'd originally signed up to please my wife, who'd asked me to accompany her, and was at first a bit skeptical. By the end of the week, however, I was really happy to have been along and would do it again in a minute." -- Wilfred K., White Mountain National Forest, NH 2009
  • "I would highly recommend the experience for anyone who wants to strengthen mind, body and spirit." -- Vicki L., Arizona Trail 2006 & Shenandoah National Park, VA 2008
  • "I was seeking a change in pace, a healthy experience with the side benefit of weight loss, and to reinstitute a sense of nature into my being. I accomplished all of these goals on the Fatpacking expedition." -- Gary V., Redwood National Park 2006
  • "In reading and planning for the trip, I seem to have skipped over the fact that the meals would be vegetarian. I hadn't gone without meat for more than two days in my entire adult life, but was pleasantly surprised with the culinary adventure." -- Dan S., Big Bend, TX, 2007 and Florida Trail, FL 2011
  • "I had a wonderful time on the Redwoods trip. I recommend it highly to anyone who wants to get back into backpacking - as I did, after retiring last year - or to try it. Our guide was fantastic, the country covered beautiful, and I thoroughly enjoyed the company of the other hikers." -- Lois T., Redwood National Park, CA, 2011
  • "[The guides] were wonderful and caring and I had a great time!" -- Joe B., Yosemite National Park, CA, 2010
  • "Fatpacking is a great way to stay physically, emotionally, and spiritually connected and fit." -- Linda B., Shenandoah National Park VA, 2009
  • "[This was] my first trip and I look forward to another one! A great way to get outdoors, challenge yourself without anyone putting pressure on you, while experiencing beautiful scenery and meeting friendly people with similar reasons for being there." -- Sue T., Hot Springs / Ouachita Trail, AR 2011
  • "[The Guide] was like a good bartender - around when you need him but still gave you your space."

    "I laughed, I cried, It was the best show I've seen in years". -- Dave B., North Cascades National Park WA, 2009 and Canyonlands National Park, 2011


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