RipRap FaeFest Extravaganza

OVERVIEW

This isn’t just any backpacking trip. This is a testament to our creative forces, the magical creatures that live in the woods, and all things natural beauty. That’s right – a fairy house building x backpacking collaboration, where we enjoy nature while also building homes for our friendly fairy neighbors along the way.
To join this trip, you must believe in fairies. No haters allowed. However, beginner backpackers ARE allowed!

A lil about the route: 9-10 mile loop trail, good views, cascades, EXCELLENT swimming hole. Abundance of magical fae activity.
Alltrails: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/virginia/riprap-trail

Itinerary:
Saturday (3 ish miles)
4:30 pm – depart from c’ville
5:30 pm – arrive at Wildcat Ridge trailhead with greetings for the fae
— hit the trails! Our pace may need to be a bit brisk to make it to camp before sunset —
7 pm – set up camp, dine, enjoy the magic of it all
(then dream of sugar plum fairies or something)

Sunday: 6.5 ish miles
7 am – wake n break(fast)
8 am – pack up and head out
— hike 6.5 miles, stopping for breaks, lunch, and crafting FAIRY HOUSES whenever the opportunity arises —
1 pm – complete our journey with hearts full of magic and pixie dust
2:00 – return to c’ville

What you bring:
– Sleeping bag & pad
– Tent (we will figure out sleeping arrangements later)
– Backpack
– 2 water bottles
– 2 pairs wool socks
– Headlamp
– Rain jacket / big trash bag in case rain fairies pay us a visit
– Light layer [i.e: stuffable light down jacket, fleece, etc] – Toiletries
– Book? Journal? Cards? Go crazy!
– Dinner, breakfast & lunch
–> Examples: tuna packets, peanut butter & nutella tortillas, apples, oranges, clif bars, nom nom nom….
– Ideas for your fairy house creations

What we bring:
– Water filter
– Emma’s Jetboil for gourmet cooking
– First aid kit
– Cards
– Bear bag & rope
– Map
– Toilet paper 😛
– Transportation

Any questions? Text us!! Emma – (210) 836-6906‬, Shannon – (434) 270-4230