🏕️ Adventure Guides TN – Camping Trip Info & Requirements

Step away from the screens and into the wild! Our guided camping trips are built for connection, learning, and unforgettable moments in nature. Whether you're brand new to camping or ready for an advanced trail challenge, we’ll guide you every step of the way with real-world skills, expert instruction, and a whole lot of campfire fun.

🔔 Booking Info

• ⏳ Trips are booked by appointment only

• 👥 Minimum group size: 5 participants

• 🏫 School and church groups are welcome!
  Reach out to schedule your custom group experience.

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🔞 Age Requirement

• All campers must be 12 years or older

• Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian, who must also attend and sign all waivers

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📅 Trip Times & Distances

• 🟢 Beginner Camping Trip

  • Arrival Time: 11:00 AM CST

  • Distance: 3–6 miles

  • Ends: Next day around 11:00 AM CST

• 🔵 Advanced Camping Trip

  • Arrival Time: 8:00 AM CST

  • Distance: 10–20 miles

  • Ends: Next day around 3:00 PM CST

Please arrive on time — our adventures begin promptly and transportation to the trailhead is not available after departure.

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🎒 Required Gear – Bring Your Own

All participants must come fully equipped for an overnight trip. Here's what you’ll need:

🏕️ Camping Gear

• Backpack (large enough to carry all personal gear)

• Sleeping gear: tent, hammock, sleeping bag, or bivy

• Hydration pack or water bottles

• Water purification system (filter straw, pump, or tablets)

• Food for lunch, dinner, breakfast, and snacks

🔥 Campfire Favorite: Our guide recommends the “hobo dinner” —
Steak pieces, broccoli, and carrots wrapped in foil, pre-packed in a Ziploc. Cook over hot coals, let cool, then enjoy by the fire!

🚑 First Aid Essentials

• Bandages, gauze, Benadryl or allergy meds

• Moleskin for blister prevention and care (highly recommended)

👟 Footwear

• Hiking boots or trail shoes preferred

• Sturdy tennis shoes acceptable for beginner trips

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🧠 What's Included in the Trip

Each camping experience includes:

• 🥾 Guided hike and camp setup

• 🔥 Campfire building and safety

• 🧭 Basic survival instruction, including:

  • Fire-starting

  • Water purification

  • Campsite safety

  • Shelter setup

  • Food storage in the wild

These trips are beginner-friendly, educational, and no-rush — perfect for those wanting to grow their outdoor confidence and skills.

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📝 Waivers Required

All participants must complete:

1. Adventure Guides TN liability waiver

2. Landowner access waiver

🚨 Participants under 18: A parent or legal guardian must be present on the trip and sign all required waivers.

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✅ Packing Checklist

• Backpack + sleeping gear

• Tent, hammock, or bivy + sleeping bag

• Water supply + filtration method

• Food for both days + snacks

• First aid kit + moleskin

• Hiking boots or tennis shoes

• Signed waivers

• Parent/guardian if under 18

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⚠️ Space is Limited

Camping trips are small and intentionally guided for safety, connection, and hands-on learning.
Book early to secure your date — we only accept group reservations of 5 or more participants.

We can't wait to share the trail with you — whether you're part of a family, youth group, school, or church. Let’s get outside, learn something new, and enjoy Tennessee’s wild side — together.

Questions? Ready to schedule your adventure? Contact us anytime!

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