Announcement of the "Tent Camping Hike with NEMO" event [Recommended for beginners]
Written by Yasushi Hisatomi
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Sorry for the slow pace as usual. It's been a while since the last event, but I apologize for keeping you waiting
We are pleased to announce the first offline event of the Spring/Summer 2025 season!
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Start your tent hike with NEMO
At the last snow mountain climbing event held in March, we received the following comments
"I usually do a lot of solo hikes, but when it comes to snowy mountains, it's quite a challenge to start alone, so I'm grateful for opportunities like this."
That's true. Looking back on my life, I was able to learn everything about mountains thanks to the presence of seniors who climbed with me (until now, that role has mainly been played by university clubs and mountaineering clubs for working adults). In recent years, guide-style information has become more readily available, making it easier to start climbing alone (for better or worse), which is a convenient world we live in
However, when it comes to climbing a snowy mountain, it's not something you can just take on alone, which is why so many participants came to our last snowy mountain event
So, because of the high hurdles involved, another challenge that is difficult to tackle alone is " mountain climbing/hiking while camping in a tent ."
Through-hiking and traverse mountain climbing, where you head to a faraway destination carrying everything you need to survive, such as a tent and food, are undoubtedly the best part of an adventure through nature
However, when it comes to camping in a tent, the preparations you need to make are completely different from those for day trips or staying in a hut
First of all, it is difficult (budget-wise) to get all the equipment
And the equipment is heavy to carry (physically)
And there is a heavy sense of anxiety about the unknown, spending the night in the wilderness with no help to be sought
For these reasons, there are probably many people who have always wanted to try camping in a tent but are unable to take the final step. It's not possible to gain experience on your own, and it's also a hassle to pay a lot of money to go on a guided tour. Are there matching services? Is it for people with good communication skills? If you're wondering,
, "Let's all start a tent hike with NEMO!", perfect for those who have experienced camping in a tent and want to take it to the next level .
Tents, sleeping bags, mattresses...NEMO will help you with your equipment worries
Above all, we have some powerful supporters for this event
NEMO is an outdoor brand from North America that handles a wide range of camping gear, including tents, sleeping bags, mattresses, backpacks, and camping gear.
Lotus Co., Ltd., which handles NEMO in Japan, has agreed to lend us camping items for the day!
NEMO not only offers a wide range of comfortable and practical items that are beginner-friendly, but also offers items that are always packed with innovative ideas and sophisticated beauty down to the smallest details, making them popular with mountain and gear enthusiasts.
NEMO will lend out as many of their new products as possible this season, as well as their classic models. Being NEMO is a treat for both tent camping beginners and experienced NEMO
Date and Time
As we expect a large number of applications for this event
①: May 31st to June 1st, 2025 (Saturday and Sunday)
②: June 7th to June 8th, 2025 (Saturday and Sunday)
*The event will be held if only temporary rain is expected, but will be cancelled if there is severe weather
In any case, if the event is cancelled due to weather or other reasons, we will notify you by email by 12:00 on the Friday before the event
Number of participants and recruitment quota
Entries are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis for each date. Applications will close once the maximum number of participants has been reached. If there are any cancellations, we will make an announcement accordingly
・Minimum number of participants per date: 2 people
・Maximum number of participants per date: Approximately 8 people
We will decide whether to hold each event based on the number of applicants for each date, so if there is an imbalance in the number of applications, one event may be canceled, or the other event may be full and applications may be closed
Location (candidate)
*Please note that reservations are not yet available for the tent sites, so you may not be able to select one
Aomoso or Takamiishi Hut or Kuroyuri Hut Tent site (Shirakome Pond) or Tengudake
Oren Hut campsite to Mount Iodake
Mount Kinpu from the Fujimi-daira hut campsite
From Fukuchanso to Daibosatsu Pass
The above is a current assumption, and it is possible that the route will not be as described here. The key is to choose a route that does not require too much walking to the campsite, where the weather and conditions at the campsite are not too harsh, where it is easy to accommodate a large group, and where the climbing route itself is not too difficult
Please also note that the route may change at the last minute depending on the members and weather
We plan to hold advance online meetings with those who have registered to provide advice on the location and details, as well as advice on preparing for camping and what to bring
Matches include:
People who have done day hikes and stayed in huts up until now, but would like to try camping in a tent (but have not been able to take the plunge on their own)
People who have been camping in tents on their own until now, but want to learn practical tips for camping in tents from experienced people, such as tips on choosing equipment, how to pitch a tent, and detailed camping know-how
People who want to try camping in a tent
People who want to try out NEMO tents, mats, sleeping bags, etc
As always, the details can be adjusted as desired by the members. If you would like to sleep under a tarp or in a hammock, you are free to do so (at your own risk). We will do our best to support anyone who wants to try camping in this way, so we welcome everyone who wants to take this opportunity to try camping in their own way!
Participation fee
As always, the event is free for standard members . Everyone else will be charged a 1,000 yen event participation fee. Thank you for your understanding.
Regarding the equipment you need to prepare
Basically, we would like each person to bring their own tent equipment for a two-day, one-night stay
However, this time, NEMO and Outdoor Gearzine will support you and prepare all your equipment so that even those who don't have camping gear yet day hiking gear , including the gear you will wear, and food and drink," we will lend you other camping gear and a backpack large enough to hold all of your camping gear if you let us know in advance.
Furthermore, since we have received full cooperation from NEMO this time, we would like to prepare loan products to meet the wishes of those who would like to try out NEMO products. There is a limit to the types and numbers of items available for loan, so we cannot guarantee that we will be able to meet your requests, but please feel free to contact us regarding this when applying or in advance
We will let you know about the trial items once they are ready, so please wait for additional information
In addition to NEMO, we can also lend out tents, backpacks, and other camping equipment that we stock at Outdoor Gearzine, as long as we have it available. We will also be providing a list of items that can be tried out at a later date, so if you are interested, please let us know on a first-come, first-served basis
Please be aware in advance
Please note that this event is not a guided tour, and participants must participate at their own risk. Outdoor Gearzine and Lotus Co., Ltd. will not be held responsible for any injuries, illnesses, or accidents that occur during the event
However, we will of course provide full support to ensure you have a safe tent camping experience, so please rest assured about that
Please enter your participation using this application form
There are still some details to be decided, but if you are interested, please apply using the entry form below! It's first come, first served, so apply early!
(Even if you fill out the entry form, we may decline your application if the event has already reached capacity. Thank you for your understanding.)
*We have reached capacity and are now closed. Thank you for your many applications!
Of course, if you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us
↓↓For any questions, please use the Outdoor Gearzine inquiry form↓↓
If you would like to try camping in a tent, please feel free to join us!
Stay tuned for more announcements in the future!
Related reading
"Let's start a tent hiking trip with NEMO" Camping items that will be available at the tent hiking event in May
Announcement of the July offline event "Starting a tent hiking trip with Big Agnes and Arata" [Recommended for beginners]
The second offline event in September: "Sea to Summit and Terra nova: A Tent-Climbing Hiking Challenge" [Autumn Hiking and Tent-Climbing]
[Second Offline Event for Snow Mountain Beginners] Climb a Snowy Mountain! [Sunday, March 30, 2025]