Intro To Backpacking Course - Horseshoe Basin
A remote alpine journey to the edge of the American–Canadian border.
Beyond the trail, this trip creates space for presence.
A deep wilderness retreat into one of the most remote and beautiful alpine basins in Washington State. The first 4 day long overnight backpacking trip offered by Sakina Wilderness with 2 fully WFR Certified Instructors and a Religious Leader joining us on the trip as well!
Backpack to the edge of the American–Canadian border
Trip Landmarks
Horseshoe Basin
A deep wilderness retreat into one of the most remote and beautiful alpine basins in Washington State. The first 4 day long overnight backpacking trip offered by Sakina Wilderness with 2 fully WFR Certified Instructors and a Religious Leader joining us on the trip as well!
Intro To Backpacking Course - Horseshoe Basin
A remote alpine journey to the edge of the American–Canadian border.
4-Day Rhythm
Backpack to the edge of the American–Canadian border
Trip Details
Arrival
Basecamp Gathering
A deep wilderness retreat into one of the most remote and beautiful alpine basins in Washington State. The first 4 day long overnight backpacking trip offered by Sakina Wilderness with 2 fully WFR Certified Instructors and a Religious Leader joining us on the trip as well!
The Ascent
Crossing the Threshold
Backpack to the edge of the American–Canadian border
Return
Coming Back with New Eyes
Explore vast open alpine basins and surrounding ridgelines
Highlights
- ◆Backpack to the edge of the American–Canadian border
- ◆Explore vast open alpine basins and surrounding ridgelines
- ◆Views of snow-capped Canadian peaks and warm summer valleys
- ◆Swim in pristine alpine lakes
- ◆Hike along mountain spines with sweeping views
- ◆Experience some of the darkest night skies in Washington
- ◆Prayer, dhikr, and spiritual reflection in nature