View Full Version : 10 Year Old Nephew Would Like To Try Backpacking/Anybody have an extra child's pack?
WalksInDark
10-12-2012, 17:54
Evening Folks:
I was talking to my 10 year old nephew today about backpacking and he said that he might like to try it.:banana
Knowing that my nephew's parents would never spring for a backpack for him...I need to ask here if anyone has an old child's backpack that they might be willing to let go.
If you have a kid's backpack and no longer have a use for it...let me know and we can work out the details.:)
Thanks In Advance!
P.S. I am pretty sure that if my nephew has a good time...trip requests from my similar aged nieces can't be far behind! LOL
HooKooDooKu
10-12-2012, 18:05
You might want to check this pack out: http://www.rei.com/product/830282/rei-comet-pack-kids-special-buy
If you're an REI member, it's only $47.94 with the 20% coupons REI has going through Sunday. Add ANYTHING to the order to get it over $50 and the shipping is free.
ParkRat09
10-12-2012, 22:29
Yes I can recommend a great one...it's the Deuter Fox 30 kid's bag. This thing looks just like an adult backpacking backpack but just shrunken for a child. The best part is the torso length is completely adjustable so he will be able to grow with it for a long time (not sure the age ranges tho). I have sold several of them at my store which is easy to do because they're awesome. Check it out.
http://deuter.com/en_US/backpack-details.php?category=120&artnr=36059&title=Fox%2030
kayak karl
10-12-2012, 23:03
i saw 2 packs at the goodwill outlet distribution place in Newark, Delaware. if they are still there Monday i'll pick them up., since its the main place they sell at $.75 per. lb.
or maybe checkout your local one. :)
WalksInDark
10-13-2012, 08:14
Kayak Karl:
If you could grab them, that would be great. Just let me know what I owe you. THANKS!
WalksInDark
10-13-2012, 08:18
Karl:
I was going to say I could pick them up from you at MAHAA, but I noticed that you are not going this year.
Ask around, maybe you can borrow one. REI rents packs, check with your local store.
If son likes backpacking he's almost old enough to join a Scout troop. Find one that does backpacking on a regular bases.
I'm a Scoutmaster and I take kids a few times each year on the AT in Maryland and Southern PA, which is near you. It's a great place to start them.
Do you have an idea about how much weight he'll be carrying and how far you plan to hike in a day? Over doing it will kill a kids enthusiasm for hiking fast.
Oops, nephew not son. Anyway it's cool you're taking him hiking. Have fun!