About this Event
Trying to find more outdoor adventure friends? Join us for a night of socializing and meeting new people!
The night will consist of group bonding and skill building activities to break the ice as well as short, timed, one-on-one chats with guiding conversations prompts. Get ready to laugh, share your worst day in the outdoors, your dream trip, what skills you want to learn more of this year, and what skills you want to share as you meet fellow outdoorists looking for adventure partners.
Danielle O'Farrell, a long distance backpacker, guide, Wilderness EMT and the founder of the outdoor skills company With The Wild Things, will guide you through this evening social and facilitate the various bonding activties.
Student quotes:
“Danielle was the best wilderness person/trainer I've experienced. She was funny; thoughtful, engaging, interesting. Everyone was involved, questions were encouraged and she created a fun and welcoming environment. She NEVER scolded us or talked down to us, I know that might sound weird, but I've experienced a condescending attitude with outdoor people in the past.
Danielle was an excellent leader. Superior group management. She managed and engaged our 2 active teenagers, plus points!!!”
"Hikers are not the best at sitting still, and Danielle did a great job making her presentation engaging while keeping it informative and educational. She did a good job at not covering safety decisions for a specific trip, but instead talking about how to think about it for a wide variety of trips. Having a system in place helps me feel prepared for trips even in conditions I haven't experienced before. Her energy and enthusiasm are unmatched, and her experience shows that she knows what she's talking about."
"Everyone was captivated and entertained with her presentation. She added some humor and audience participation. I learned some useful tips like how to cross a river safely with a group of people “crab walking” and knees upstream."
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Last Minute Gear, 563 Sutter Street, San Francisco, United States
USD 17.00 to USD 25.00