# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Green Mountains Backpacking Adventure: Glastenbury Mountain Loop
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 16 Oct, 2026 at 08:30 am – Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 02:30 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Hike along the oldest footpath in the United States with this group backpacking adventure on the Long Trail in Vermont. This 21.1 mile loop trip will bring us by through dense woodlands to multiple overlooks, by remote ponds, and to the summit of two peaks .


This trip will include educational segments on skills, but our primary objective will be an exciting adventure. It is open to all though you will most likely find it suitable if you are: 

- Beginner backpacker who has a high level of fitness

- Intermediate backpacker who wants to improve skills and modernize gear

- Advanced backpacker looking for a refresher or a new adventure

Other considerations to make:

- You should be willing and able to hike up to 11 miles per day over varying terrain with an increase in intensity at times

- You should be comfortable hiking all day wearing a 20+ lb pack

- You should be willing to hike off-trail to learn and practice your navigation skills

Group size is 5. RSVP is required. Registration closes on September 18, 2026. Waiver/Assumption of Risk documents are required before participation and can be signed electronically or in person the day of this trip. This event will be held rain or shine.
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If you have any questions or you would like to register for this trip, please don't hesitate to contact: Mat, matjobin@reachyoursummit.net

What's Included:

- 5 Star backpacking guiding and instruction

- Individual gear rentals including tent, sleeping pad, sleeping bag, pillow, headlamps, cook kit, stove, fuel, water filter, water treatment, bear bag kit, trekking poles, compass, maps

- National Forest permit and/or campsite permit (reservations)

- Breakfast, dinner, 2 one liter bottled waters and 2 snacks

- Free product

What's Not Included:

- Transportation

- Park entry fee (if required)

- Personal gear (backpack, clothing, footwear) and personal supplies (hygiene, electronics, book or other forms of entertainment)

- Additional snacks and food

To learn more and to join us, refer to the link provided here: https://www.reachyoursummit.net/events/green-mountains-backpacking-adventure-glastenbury-mountain-loop
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/shaftsbury/green-mountains-backpacking-adventure-glastenbury-mountain-loop/200030422999924
- **Event Categories**: trips-adventures, trekking, business
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 5

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Shaftsbury
- **state**: VT
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Glastenbury Mountain
- **lat**: 42.978133333333
- **long**: -73.071216666667
- **full address**: Glastenbury Mountain, Bennington,VT,United States, Shaftsbury

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Green Mountains Backpacking Adventure: Glastenbury Mountain Loop being held?
  - **A:** Green Mountains Backpacking Adventure: Glastenbury Mountain Loop takes place on Fri, 16 Oct, 2026 at 08:30 am to Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 02:30 pm at Glastenbury Mountain, Bennington,VT,United States, Shaftsbury.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Green Mountains Backpacking Adventure: Glastenbury Mountain Loop?
  - **A:** Green Mountains Backpacking Adventure: Glastenbury Mountain Loop is organized by Reach Your Summit.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Green Mountains Backpacking Adventure: Glastenbury Mountain Loop is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Shaftsbury, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Green Mountains Backpacking Adventure: Glastenbury Mountain Loop sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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