Big Bend National Park Adventure 2015

Categories: Expeditions,Upcoming Expeditions

Big Bend National Park, Texas

This Soul Excursion will challenge your body and invigorate your soul as you escape the daily grind with a few other like-hearted sojourners. Big Bend National Park is a place where natural diversity will overwhelm you with spiritual intensity as you journey the vast landscape of the Chisos and Davis Mountains, river run canyons and mysterious rock formations. A deep sense of God’s presence will rapture you away by the colorful airbrush of God’s hand during the day and illuminated starlit sky by night. 

WHO ARE THESE TRIPS FOR?

Servant-leaders of Christ. No backpacking expertise is required, but it is beneficial to be in moderate shape. A physical examination by a licensed physician is strongly recommended.

$645 PER PERSON (includes travel, food, gear & more)

To reserve your spot, submit the application online and deposit of $250 to Leadership Alliance. There are limited spots available due to campsite restrictions. We have a first-come, first-serve policy.

WEATHER & SAFETY

Daytime temperatures at Big Bend National Park usually range in the 40°F-77°F but can sometimes vary. Night time temperatures drop into the 40°F-50°F or even lower. Every trip is prepared with safety as a priority.

 

 

Space is limited.  Gear, food & travel are provided. Yes, included in the price!
CONTACT US at mike@leadershipalliance.org or (956) 230-6691.

 

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GEAR LISTS

(Personal gear that you will carry)

Backpack (men’s internal 4500cc)

Daypack

Pack Cover

Sleeping Bag 20º

Sleeping Pad

Pillow

Tent

Water Bottles

Headlamp

Eating Utensils: bowl, spoon, mug

Garbage and Zip-lock Bags

Trekking Poles

Hand Sanitizer

Food and Water (including trail snacks)

Soul Excursions Field Journal

(Gear that will be distributed among the group)

Stove and Fuel

Cooking Set

Water Filter

Group First Aid Kit

Trowel and Toilet Paper

Matches/Lighter

Nylon Rope

 

2-Way Radios

Map and Compass

Hiking Boots (heavy duty, well broken-in, should rise above ankle)

Rain jacket, rain pants (optional)

Mid-weight Fleece Jacket or Wool Sweater

Lightweight Thermal Top and Bottom

Hiking Pants (quick-drying, lightweight, zip-off legs are a bonus; no denim jeans)

1-2 Synthetic Shirts

3 Changes of Underwear

2 Pairs of Hiking Socks (wool or synthetic)

Sun Hat with Brim

Wool or Fleece Hat

Bandanna

Lightweight Wool or Fleece Gloves

Sunglasses

Sunblock (small amount, not whole bottle)

Lip Balm

Personal and Prescription Medicines

Toothbrush and Paste (travel sized)

Small Bible

Small pack of wet wipes

(Think weight, you carry what you bring!!)

Hydration bladder for backpack or extra water container (e.g. CamelBak, Nalgene, Platypus)

Camera

Pocket Knife

Lightweight Camp Shoes/Sandals

Lightweight Flashlight and/or extra headlamp

Ear Plugs

Personal Journal & Pen

Small Paperback Book

Extra Energy Bars/Beans/Gel

 


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Quotes & Reviews for Big Bend National Park :

“There is a place in Far West Texas where night skies are dark as coal and rivers carve temple-like canyons in ancient limestone… This magical place is Big Bend. ”  ~National Park Service
 
“Unbelievable alien landscapes, vast, ponder-able distances, monkish solitude, multiple ecosystems, stunning flora, head-spinning geological diversity, and some of the best hiking trails in America, full stop.”  ~Alex B., Austin, TX
 
“We wake at dawn to discover the desert hills shrouded in rolling clouds of vapor, seeming remote and mystical as the Mountains of the Moon.”  ~Edward Abbey “Big Bend”

 

Ticket Information

  • The TOTAL trip cost is $645, which  INCLUDES GEAR, FOOD, TRAVEL, GUIDES, ADVENTURE AND MORE!
  • To reserve your spot, a non-refundable deposit of $250 must be paid.
  • If you are able, feel free to pay the deposit and balance upfront. This helps us purchase the necessary items ahead of time and would be greatly appreciated.
  • The full amount is due no later than February 6th, 2014.