Backpacking the SHT: Dyers Creek

Are you ready for an Unruly Adventure in the wilderness?! Do you need a reminder that you’re a powerful, badass and capable woman in this world? Have you felt stuck in life lately, or like you’ve always wanted to backpack solo but just aren’t quite confident enough yet? Or are you an experienced backpacker just looking for a rad group of women to experience life with?!

Join me in backpacking through this rugged terrain, where we’ll enjoy scenic views, overlooks, star gazing and beautiful autumn colors (weather/season permitting). This is an intermediate-moderate hike where we’ll gain and descend significant elevation changes - but mostly gradually. We are not rushed, we will take our time, and all levels of experience are welcome. Along the trails, we’ll hike through wooded areas, along beautiful water features (boarded walkways are less stable in certain areas than others) with waterfalls and will have spectacular views from the overlooks. There is a chance that we’ll see bears, wolves, moose, deer, and various birds- but sightings are not guaranteed.

This adventure will be between the Full and New Moons, which means the moon may still be bright! We’ll utilize some time for meditation, journaling and a “letting go” and “planting seeds” ceremony around the bonfire Saturday night (conditions permitting). I’m hoping for beautiful fall colors and cool fall weather! Fingers crossed :)

Where & When:

  • Head along the Superior Hiking Trail roughly 1 hour drive north of Duluth, MN (exact location will be provided after you have signed up, prior to the adventure)

  • Morning of October 14 - afternoon/evening of October 16, 2022

  • Deadline to sign up is 7 days prior to the adventure start date

***Destination is subject to change at the discretion of Unruly Women LLC depending on weather, natural disaster, closures, etc; be expected to be flexible, we are at the will of Mother Nature and will not put you/our lives at risk, but also understand that you are your own person to make your own decisions and your choices are your own. (see cancellation/refund policy on FAQs page)***

    • individuals aged 18 or older (past trips have generally had 26 years to over 60 years of age)

    • open registration to ALL female identifying and femme leaning non-binary humans

    • open to all experience levels

    • 3 person max, unless you are attending with someone you’re willing to share a tent with - then this is negotiable and will allow for more people

    • Must be able to hike 9 miles in one day over varying terrain, stairs, over logs, while carrying up to 40 pounds

    • There are some steep sections and exposed overlooks on the various areas we hike through

    • Your own transportation to/from the trailhead

    • Negative Covid test within 48 hours of arrival to trailhead. This is for your own safety and the safety of the whole group - no exceptions - you will be unable to participate and will not be provided a refund if I do not receive a negative confirmation.

    • Completed liability waiver, Covid acknowledgment and all other paperwork required prior to adventure - or you may not participate.

    • Hate and/or disrespect and/or racism will NOT be tolerated, you will be asked to leave, no refunds.

    • Must complete & sign liability form/waivers/paperwork before participating.

    • Covid vaccinations are highly encouraged but are not required. Although, documented proof of a negative Covid test is required upon arrival no more that 48 hours prior to adventure or you will be turned away for the safety of you and the group. Distancing and masks might be required depending on the status of covid numbers at the time of our retreat.

    • If you are sick/feeling ill, DO NOT come on this adventure, there will be more! I promise.

    • If you’ve been in contact with anyone with Covid within 14 days prior to the adventure, please do not come.

    • Please see the FAQs page for further questions or concerns regarding cancellations/postponing/refunds, if your answer is not found there, email me here.

    • Backpacking backpack ( I do have one for you to borrow if you need one, please let me know when you sign up)

    • Supportive hiking boots (ankle support recommended, already broken in is highly recommended or you will not have a good time- feet will hurt- ouch!)

    • Tent: depending on how many people come, not every person necessarily needs a tent if people are open to sharing- will discuss this further with those who are attending.

    • Sleeping pad & sleeping bag

    • Water bottle (s)

    • Food: 2 dinners, 2 breakfasts, 3 lunches and snacks for 3 days (dry meals are recommended to help keep your backpack’s weight lower)

    • A more extensive list of gear will be emailed to you after you sign up! But if you have questions or concerns please contact me and I’ll see what I can do to troubleshoot.

    • Unruly Women will provide a dry bag (I will have one for each person to use on the trip, necessary to hang bear bags), water filtration systems and jet-boil cooking systems for us to share during the adventure, but if you have your own you are welcome to bring your own - just let me know ahead of time, because if we can save weight/divvy up gear we might as well save some weight where we can!

What to expect:

  • Review of basic camping and backpacking skills throughout the weekend

  • Guided meditation, journaling and stretching/movement

  • This is an out and back style backpacking adventure

  • Our longest day will be 9 miles and our shortest day will be 3 miles - Friday, Saturday and Sunday we will be backpacking

  • we will pack in-pack out everything (Leave No Trace).

  • Meet like minded individuals and build community and friendships

  • Bon fires will depend on fire restrictions specific to the area we are in

  • Being in nature is fun, don’t forget to have FUN!! Remember that everyone was a beginner at some point, it’s important to ask questions, be open to learning and understand there is always more than one way to do something.

  • What’s the bathroom situation? On these trails there are exposed pit toilets along the way (typically near the campsites) meaning you’ll be sitting out in the open surrounded by trees but on a toilet that has a hole going deep into the ground. If you can’t make it to one of those, we’'ll go over how to dig a hole and properly Leave No Trace. (Real fun shit- pun intended)

  • Menstruating while we’re out there? Not a problem, just a learning curve, we’ll review that too!

  • I’ll provide coffee for Saturday and Sunday morning

What’s included?

  • experienced guided backpacking adventure

  • review and education of backpacking and camping skills, guided meditation and movement, journaling prompts, and new/full moon ceremony (including bonfire weather/fire hazard permitting)

  • coffee and/or tea Saturday and Sunday mornings

  • shared water filtration systems for safe drinking water

  • MSR/Jet Boil systems to boil water for meals

Cost:

  • $450 per person (payment options on the FAQs page)

Have questions? Head over to the FAQ's page or contact me.

Does this whole trip sound like your jam?? Click the button below to fill out an application to reserve your spot on this adventure! (Payment will not be due at this time)