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SUMMARY:Unplug & Connect Montana Backcountry Experience 2026
DESCRIPTION:Genesis 1:31-2:1: \nAnd God saw everything that he had made\, and\, behold\, it was very good. And the evening and the morning were the sixth day. \nThus the heavens and the earth were finished\, and all the host of them. \nCome to Missoula\, Montana July 25-31\, 2026\, for an adventure of unplugging from the world and connecting with God through nature. \nExperience the “very good” that God intended\, as you share in the rich and diverse witness of God’s handiwork. This experience is designed\, not only to restore the soul\, but to advance your vision of the kingdom of God and His sovereignty and care for your life in wonderful Christian company. \nEnjoy hiking\, fishing\, wilderness and camping skills in an uplifting environment designed to help you connect with God. This unique backpacking adventure in the mountains of Montana will be led by our experienced outdoorsmen. \nParticipation is limited\, so register soon. \nIs this change of focus what you need to restore your soul and connect with your heavenly Father? \nIf so\, then this Unplug & Connect adventure is for you. \nFor more details\, please contact either Ted Bidon at (419) 733-4037 or tbidon@yahoo.com or Curt Belts at (406) 544-4076 or cbelts@gmail.com. \n Register  \n\nExpectation of Participants for Montana Unplug and Connect 2026\nBe able to hike six miles on a forest service trail with moderate incline with a backpack.\nProvide own hygiene necessities (camp soap\, toothbrush\, toothpaste\, ETC)\nSleeping system (sleeping bag or quilt\, ground pad\, and backpack tent if available)\nBackpack (recommended to keep total weight of backpack to 40 pounds)\nPrepare a morning devotional\nSharing about the day\nHelp with camp chores (including preparing meals)\nFollow instructions\nPack own food and part of the overall camp food\nNo food kept in tent\nBe respectful of each other \nRecommended Gear\n(Very helpful to use lightweight equipment\, designed for backpacking)\nBackpack (keep total weight of backpack to 40 pounds or less)\nBackpack cover (to keep equipment dry)\nPrescription medications\nLight jacket or sweatshirt\nChange of socks and undergarments\nTravel towel and wash cloth\nRain gear or poncho\nWater for hike in (hydration pack or water bottle)\nHiking shoes or boots (have them well broken in)\nMatches or lighter\nFire starter\nEating utensils\, small cooking pot and coffee cup (these might be a combination set)\nToilet paper\nKnife\nHeadlamp/flashlight (extra batteries)\nCompass or GPS\nSafety whistle\nBear spray \nOptional Gear\nSnacks are on your own (remember your 40 pounds)\nTrekking poles\nCamp shoes such as sandals or slippers\nBaby wipes for personal clean-up\nSunglasses\nCamp chair\nGloves\nBandana\nProvided items and equipment\nFood for all meals (dehydrated meals; participants will be expected to pack in part of your food)\nBreakfast will be a common meal each day.\nCovered common area\nWater filtration system\nCoffee\, tea and hot chocolate\nArea maps\nFirst Aid kit\nRepair kit (Multi-tool\, duct tape\, cordage\, etc.)\nBear fence\nFood cannisters \nIt is certainly our desire that lack of equipment doesn’t prevent you from coming. We do have a limited supply of extra equipment available. \nEquipment that can be made available if needed*\n3 backpack tents\n1 lightweight sleeping bag\n1 sleeping pad\n3 backpacks\nCompass\n1 set trekking poles\n1 backpacking stove \n*Requests for these items will be on a first-come basis \nNotes \n\nPossible pre-event Zoom meeting to answer questions and provide some forest safety instruction\nIf there are equipment needs\, please notify\nProvide travel schedules\nOIKEOS determines the selection process for participants\nFirst day supper and last day supper will be a BBQ\n\n \n Register
URL:https://oikeos.org/event/unplug-connect-montana-backcountry-experience-2026/
LOCATION:Missoula MT\, Missoula\, MT\, 59808\, United States
CATEGORIES:Unplug & Connect
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ORGANIZER;CN="Curt Belts and Ted Bidon":MAILTO:cbelts@gmail.com; tbidon@yahoo.com
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