Partners in the Parks: GC-Parashant

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Will we need to bring whatever food we can carry or will food be included? The registration fee will include all food from lunch on the first day until breakfast on the last day and everything in between.

Q: Are we spending every night in the tents? YES. The plan is to live in small 2-man (woman) tents. These will be required for the backpacking trip. To avoid unnecessary duplication, expense, and bulk we will use them all week.

Q: Do I have to have all of my own equipment? NO. Every student should review the equipment lists provided on the | EQUIPMENT | page to make sure that all needs are met. For those who don't have equipment or don't want to travel with their equipment, the SUU Outdoor Center will offer the listed rentals at reasonable rates.

Q: Who are the instructors and what are their qualifications? We will have both university faculty and GBNP rangers leading the seminar sessions. All of them are fully qualified with many years of both outdoor and teaching experience.

Q: Will we be backpacking all five days? NO. Just two days-one night. The rest of our stay will be at a group camp site in the park.

Q: Do I have to be a current or returning student to attend? NO. Students who are graduating at the end of the Spring 2011 semester/term are welcome to attend.

Q: Is there a limit to how many students can attend from one institution? NO. We may set maximums in the future but for this first go around there is no limit to the number of students who may attend from the same school. That said, different view points improve the overall experience for everyone.

Q: If I arrive on the Sunday is there somewhere I can stay on campus or do I need to find a hotel? You will need to find accommodations at a hotel in Cedar City. We have selected two "suggested" hotels chosen for their reasonable rates, and proximity to each other and to nearby restaurants. See our | ACCOMMODATIONS | link.

Q: Will we be back in Cedar City in time for me to catch an afternoon flight on Saturday? YES. We will arrange for all participants to be back to Cedar City by noon on Saturday, whatever flight they need to catch. If earlier flights are needed allocate 2 hours for travel between Zion and Cedar City. This may mean early rising and packing/cleaning camp in the wee hours. : )

Q: I'm a vegetarian. Will you be able to accommodate me? We will do our best. All participants with special dietary needs should let us know as soon as possible so we can plan for them as we prepare our menus. We may ask for your input and cooperation to find a good (tasty) solution.

Q: Is it cold up there right now? Do we need warm clothes? The weather at Great Basin in August can be wonderful but it is extremely variable. We recommend bringing lots of layers. Normal temperatures for August are Low = 56 F and High = 83 F. Keep tabs on the | Ten Day Forcast | so you can be prepared.

Q: Will I be met at the airport? YES How will I find the shuttle? The Cedar City airport is very small. Your flight will probably only have about 15-20 people on it. There is only one gate and a small reception/receiving area. Finding us should not be a problem.

Q: Do I need to have a water filter? NO. If you have one please bring it but if you do not own one it is not necessary to purchase one. We will only be drinking from a natural water source during the overnight backpacking experience. We can share.

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