On basecamp and campus-based trips you will have access to running water to be able to clean contact lenses. 

On backcountry trips water has to be treated with chlorine water purification liquid which is not safe for contact lenses and can potentially cause irritation or damage to your eyes.

Here are a few alternatives:

1. Bring a Sufficient Supply of Contact Lens Solution: Carry enough contact lens solution for the duration of your trip. This ensures that you have a sterile and safe solution specifically designed for cleaning and storing contact lenses.
2. Use Daily Disposable Lenses: If possible, use daily disposable contact lenses. This way, you can use a fresh pair each day and avoid the need to clean and store lenses overnight.
3. Use Sterile Saline Solution: If you cannot carry a large bottle of contact lens solution, consider bringing small, travel-sized bottles of sterile saline solution. These can be used to rinse your lenses if needed.
4. Maintain Good Hygiene: Ensure your hands are clean before handling your lenses. Use hand sanitizer or alcohol-based wipes if clean water is not available for washing your hands.
5. Glasses as a Backup: Always bring a pair of glasses as a backup in case you encounter any issues with your contact lenses.

By following these suggestions, you can ensure the safety and comfort of your eyes during your backcountry camping trip.

1. For Basecamp Trips: There will be toilets or outhouses while in campsite facilities.
2. For Backcountry Trips: At most of the backcountry campsites, there are no outhouses or bathrooms. Participants will find a private spot away from trails and water sources to take care of their needs, using the principles of Leave No Trace to minimize impact on the environment.
3. For Campus-Based Trips: While on campus, you will have access to your normal dorm bathrooms. There may be more limited bathroom access during the day while outdoors.  

1. For Basecamp Trips: There will be running water at all locations.
2. For Backcountry Trips: At most of the backcountry campsites, there is no running water, only streams or natural bodies of water. Participants will use water filtration equipment to stay hydrated and healthy.
3. For Campus-Based Trips: While on campus, you will have access to running water. There may be more limited access during the day while outdoors.  

1. For Basecamp Trips: Some locations have showers, but there is no guarantee.
2. For Backcountry Trips: No locations have access to showers.
3. For Campus-Based Trips: Everyday you will have access to showers. 

Absolutely, we strive to accommodate all dietary restrictions during every trip. 

For these trips that sleep outside, the sleeping arrangement is generally co-ed under a large tarp. Every trip also has a tent to accommodate anyone who is not comfortable in that arrangement, and specific arrangements can be made by letting Outdoor Action before your trip.

No. You can borrow any of these objects from Outdoor Action for the duration of your trip. This need is indicated on the supplemental information form that you received on 7/8/2024. If any of your needs change contact Outdoor Action before your trip.

On Backcountry trips, we strongly suggest having hiking boots for the duration of your trip. Those in need of hiking boots assigned to Backcountry trips will be able to borrow them from Outdoor Action. Hiking boots are not required on any other trip. 

Yes, we will accommodate your religious practices during your trip.