Justin Yoder | LGBT+ Outdoors Executive Director - Trip Leader
Oded Wilson | LGBT+ Outdoors Ambassador - Trip Leader
RESISTRATION IS CURRENTLY CLOSED.
Please email Justin@LGBTOutdoors.com to get on the waitlist.
HOST: Justin Yoder; LGBT+ Outdoors Founder and Oded Wilson; Ambassador
ACTIVITY: Camping, Hiking & Horseback Riding
LOCATION: Big Bend National Park; Terlingua, Texas
DATES: October 17 - 22, 2024
COST: $375 per person. *Does not include your travel to and from Big Bend.
Max: 8 tent sites. 16 people.
SIGNUP DEADLINE: October 1, 2024
Join LGBT+ Outdoors for an unforgettable Adventure Trip to Big Bend National Park! We invite members of the LGBTQ+ community to experience the breathtaking beauty of this incredible park with us. Enjoy camping under the stars, scenic hikes, cozy campfires, and a warm, welcoming community. Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or a first-time camper, this trip promises fun, friendship, and lasting memories. Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to connect with nature and each other in one of the most stunning landscapes in the country.
SCHEDULE
Day 4: October 20
Highland and Free Time
8:00 AM: Breakfast
9:00 AM: Morning hike
12:00 PM: Lunch
2:00 PM: Mountain hike
6:00 PM: Dinner
8:30 PM: Campfire and LGBT Outdoors bonding activity
Day 5: October 21
Santa Elena and Desert Exploration
8:00 AM: Breakfast
8:45 AM: Hike to Santa Elena Canyon
12:00 PM: Lunch
2:00 PM: Desert hike
6:00 PM: Dinner
8:00 PM: Campfire and stargazing
Day 6: October 22
Departure
8:00 AM: Breakfast
9:00 AM: Break down camp
10:00 AM: Departure from Big Bend National Park
Day 1: October 17
Arrival
5:00 PM: Arrival at Big Bend National Park
6:00 PM: Dinner & Welcome
8:00 PM: Campfire and stargazing
Day 2: October 18
Mountain Exploration
8:00 AM: Breakfast
9:00 AM: Mountain hike
12:00 PM: Lunch
2:00 PM: Ranger activity window / Free time
5:30 PM: Dinner
7:00 PM: Sunset desert hike
8:30 PM: Campfire and bonding activity
Day 3: October 19
Desert and River Adventure
8:00 AM: Breakfast
9:00 AM: Horseback Riding (optional +$85)
12:00 PM: Lunch
1:30 PM: River hike
6:00 PM: Dinner
7:30 PM: Night optional hike
9:30 PM: Campfire and stargazing
We look forward to an incredible adventure filled with fun, friendship, and unforgettable memories!
Please note, this schedule is subject to change. All hikes are optional in case you need rest or a break.
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No worries! We have tents you can rent for $5 per night and can help you set it up.
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All your meals are provided for the trip! There will be a standard and vegan option for each meal; however, you must let us know if you are vegetarian. If you desire to cook your own food, you are more than welcome to do that as well. A menu will be released closer to the trip, approximately 2 weeks in advance. We do suggest bringing snacks.
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No problem! The closest airports are Midland/Odessa and El Paso International Airport. Keep in mind, Midland and El Paso are not very close so you will need to rent a car.
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Great question! As we all know weather is unpredictable and we make the best out of what we are given. Generally, for Big Bend State Park you can expect an average of 75 during the days and 55 at night.
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Sunrise will be approximately 7:55am and sunset will be approximately 7:18pm.
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Yes. You can either pay in full or half when you sign up. If you pay half, the balance is due October 1, 2024.
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Local Chapter Events generally happen in an Ambassadors home area and require minimal effort for an Ambassador to set up and run, usually, in one day. Adventure Trips are trips that anyone around the US are welcome to come to, are multiday events and take countless hours of planning on the leaders' part. The leaders put together the details of the trips such as activities, figuring out the food/cook details, reserving campsites, park passes, packing lists and so on. Attendees will also receive a trip t-shirt and a portion goes to help LGBT Outdoors continue our mission.
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30 days before you can receive a 100% refund. Within 30 days you can receive a 75% refund as we will have already be starting to by supplies.
