Heres the latest information on the backpacking trip on the OT that Hostelling International will be putting on this Fall
OZARK TRAIL
BACKPACKING TRIP By Hostelling International
Hostelling International is sponsoring a backpacking trip on the Ozark Trail. The dates are Saturday October 11, 2008 to Saturday October 18, 2008 (Half week trips are available). We will backpack 30 miles on the Current River section and 20 miles on the Between the Rivers section. Join us as we celebrate our 20th year of promoting the Ozark Trail through our backpacking adventure.
Explore the beauty of the Ozark Trail on this seven day walk through southern Missouri . Participants will encounter spectacular scenery, cool nights and warm days. We will travel through the diverse natural communities that make the central Ozarks a unique area. Beaver dams, deer, turkey, red-tailed hawks and wild flowers are frequently seen. Imagine cooling your feet in crystal clear waters or relaxing by a warm fire on a moonlit night. The first hint of fall colors will be appearing and sleep will be serenaded by Barred owls.
Cost for the trip is $125.00 for a full week and $65.00 for a half week ($135.00 and $70.00 for non-members). Included are transportation from St. Louis , trail shuttle, experienced leaders, Ozark Trail patch, maps, information packet, and the evening meal on Saturday, October11th. The motel is also included if you are backpacking the entire week. A $50.00 deposit is required and the balance is due by the deadline of October 1st. After October 1st, a late fee of $10.00 will be charged. Hostelling International is a non-profit organization.
The difficulty of this trip is variable as all types of terrain are covered. We will average 7-8 miles each day for a total of 50 miles. The number of participants is limited and we recommend that you register early. Participants can drive separately to the trailhead. We will have a midweek break on Wednesday evening and go to a motel after finishing the first section. We will start the second section on Thursday morning. Anyone going for a half week is responsible for their own transportation to and from their home. If possible, we will assist you in finding someone to carpool with.
Refund Policy:
Full refund if cancellation is made more than 3 weeks prior to the event.
Half refund if cancellation is between 1-3 weeks of the event.
No refund within one week of the event unless as a result of a documented medical emergency.
For more information contact:
HI-USA Gateway Council
P.O. Box 9 4 3 7
St. Louis , MO 63117
Phone (314) 644-4660
E-mail address… clerk@moonlightramble.comWebsite…www.moonlightramble.com
