NOWHERE is more beautiful in fall than the backcountry of Shenandoah National Park! Join our professional Outdoor School instructors for an overnight backpack into one of the most stunning areas of Shenandoah National Park. We'll cover up to 9 miles over two days in this loop over Knob Mountain and up along the beautiful streamside trail and campsites of Jeremy's Run. You can count on great autumn views from Knob Mountain and there's a chance you'll see some significant wildlife in the tumbling valley along Jeremy's Run. On day one you'll meet your instructors early at REI Fairfax to review your gear and make sure you have all you'll need and then head out for the trailhead. On the trip we'll explain how to choose and use equipment (including how to load and carry your backpack) to maximize your comfort and fun. You'll also learn about campsite selection navigation/route finding camp cooking water treatment wildlife precautions and Leave No Trace etiquette. REI provides transportation and the following gear: backpack tent sleeping bags sleeping pads stoves all cookware trekking poles water filter and food. Please note: at just over 9 miles roundtrip with over 2600 feet of elevation gain and loss this trip does involve strenuous exercise.