Max Patch Mountain is a gift that provides you with one of the most beautiful and open vistas of the Blue Ridge Mountains.  We will summit Max Patch and have the opportunity to paint the incredible views on our 3-day backpacking trip! Relieve some stress as you live out of your backpack and breathe in the fresh North Carolina mountain air. Expect full days of hiking. The trip will leave early in the morning on Friday and return late Sunday evening.

REGISTRATION INCLUDES:

• Group camping equipment (tents etc.)
• Surfing equipment
• All meals (usually vegetarian)
• TRANSPORTATION
• Experienced Guides

REGISTRATION DOES NOT INCLUDE:

• Personal gear (i.e. sleeping bag, backpack, sleeping pad, headlamp). Feel free to rent outdoor gear from us! Participants get 10% off for their TRiP. More info here: https://recsports.ufl.edu/outdoor-recreation/outdoor-gear-rental/

AMENITIES:

• Backcountry camping
• No electricity
• No running water
• No flushing toilets
• No showers

CHALLENGE LEVEL = LOW

No previous experience is necessary for this trip and it requires a minimal level of physical exertion. All CORE trips include instruction on basic paddling skills.

PRETRIP MEETING:

Your mandatory pre-trip meeting date and time will be listed on your receipt email.

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REFUND POLICY:

1. Trips can not be transferred.
2. Trip refunds will be granted only if:
   1. Trip is cancelled by CORE.
   2. A paid replacement has been found.
   3. A $10 base processing charge or 15% of the registration price, whichever is greater, will be assessed.
3. Replacement requests must be made at least 2 weeks prior to the scheduled service offering start date.
4. Participant has documented medical circumstances preventing participation.