Introduction Backpacking Trip with NIGHT HIKE! Dupuis WMA

## Details

Introduction Backpacking Trip with Night Hike
Public / Moderate
Activity Leaders: Ryan Lusk, Wayne Vassello
Night hike out to loop 4 Dupuis
Miles per day about 2-3 Total of about 5-6 miles.

We will start our trip at dinner in Indiantown, FL around 4 PM. We will pick out our dinner option closer to the event. Once we have a relaxed dinner we will head out to Dupuis and park at the boardwalk trailhead parking area near back of property. We will have a quick shake down of pack to ensure you have everything you need for the trip. Once we are ready and in total darkness, we will start hiking out to the campsite at loop 4. About 2-3 miles. Please make sure to bring a headlamp for the 1st night trip and extra batteries just in case. This is a great opportunity to test yourself in a night hike with gear. The following morning we well head out and back to cars.

We have had limited rain and trail seems dry but in Florida always be prepared for wet ground or weather. A second pair of dry socks and camp shoes of some sort will be essential. But please keep an eye on the weather and be prepared for rain and cooler temps.
There is NO water drop for this location. You will need to filter water.
Minimum Hiking Gear List:
Backpack
Tent
Sleeping pad
Sleeping bag
Insect repellent
Flashlight
Whistle
Food for one breakfast (We will be in camp for all three meals, so it is a good time to test out your trail cooking. However, you could always bring food that does not need to be cooked and cut out cookware/ stove/ etc.)
Snacks
Stove
Cookware
Eating utensils
Toilet paper and lightweight trowel to bury waste there will be no outhouse/ privy)
Water filtration/ treatment
*If you do not own this equipment and you plan on buying, please remember to buy the lightest weight equipment you can afford. The more weight you have to carry the harder it will be. I do have some extra gear just in case you forget something.
**Keep your gear to a bare minimum. Clothes worn day one can be worn second day. You may want to have a couple pairs of socks and maybe a change of underwear.
If you have any questions please let us know.
Ryan Lusk, Wayne Vassello
Ryan – 904-891-4479 to text a question or call me
Wayne – Message through Meetup or wvassello@gmail.com