Trip Planning - Other Resources and Useful Links

The following is a resource for those interested in planning a trip with Anew Outdoors. Experience has taught us that many people have reservations about pursuing outdoor activities, especially when they have many unanswered questions. With this in mind, we have prepared this resource in hopes it answers your questions, and maybe removes some of the reservations of the unknown. if not, feel free to call 1-800-852-5161 or send an email to John@AnewOutdoors.com

Why a guide service?

Guides have the experience and knowledge to show you a destination, have the ability to teach you the skills to enjoy that destination, they do the planning, and they have the equipment.

Why Anew Outdoors?

Anew Outdoors only hires the most knowledgeable and caring Washington guides. We focus on keeping our client to guide ratio low. Our guides have extensive experience with more than one northwest destination and activity, so no matter the season or activity you will have a relationship with your guide. Our planning includes thoughtful participant preparation and follow up. We have the latest equipment that we maintain regularly. We provide and prepare quality fresh food, and understand that your time should be spent enjoying the outdoor setting with friends, not worrying about who's washing the dishes.

What equipment we provide and what equipment you provide

we provide

All activity specific equipment is provided such as, sea kayaks, dry bags, climbing shoes, snow shoes, skis, tents, kitchen wear,etc.    

you provide

You bring appropriate clothing (non-cotton clothing recommended - read our Clothing for the Outdoors article to find out why), water bottles, backpacks, and any other personal items.  Overnight trips will require a sleeping bag and sleeping pad.  A detailed personal packing list is included in the Trip Packet downloadable on each trip's web page.  If you have any questions or are missing something from the list, feel free to give us a call so we can help you find the gear you need. 1-800-852-5161 or email john@anewoutdoors.com

The typical trip itinerary

We meet at the starting location

Sign liability waivers

Organize, distribute, and pack equipment

Guides give activity instructions and trip overview

We are off on the trip

Eat good food

Return to our meeting location

Choosing the right trip for you

First pick an activity

Start by picking an activity that you are most interested in.  Then click on the activities button on the left margin to find the region, season, skill level and duration for that activity.

Then choose a duration or skill level

Our Sea kayaking and Fly fishing trips range from 1-4 days in a variety of locations.  Hiking and backpacking courses are from 1-3 days.   Intro and Intermediated Rock climbing classes are out for the day, while our advanced climbing course is overnight.   Snow shoeing and Ski touring courses range from 1-2 days.

Pick a date

Do you have a date in mind?  Most of our trips run Wednesdays through Sundays and are offered at various times and locations. Take a look at our Calendar for details.

Or Customize a trip

Having a hard time trying to fit a date on your calendar?  No problem, simply give us a call and we'll work out an activity, date, and location that works with you. Custom Trips

You have a trip in mind, now what?

Read threw the page of the trip and download the Trip Packet PDF file with Adobe Acrobat Reader. If you don't have Adobe Acrobat Reader Download it here:

Then refer to the Registration page where you can download the Registration and Billing Forms.

Fill them out completely and return them to Anew Outdoors.

We will then contact you and confirm your registration.

Commonly Asked Questions

What if I have never done the activity that I am interested in?

It is not necessary to have experience in any of the activities that are listed.   Each activity has a trip that is offered for beginners.   Simply look for the difficulty rating when reading the trip descriptions to see what level it is.

How do I get to the activity location?

Each person is responsible for getting to and from the meeting location.   Most trips meet where the activity is taking place (i.e. trail heads, boat launches etc.).   Driving directions are included in the Trip Packet downloadable on each trip's web page.

How soon do I need to register before a trip?

You must register 24 hours before a trip is scheduled to occur.