Tour de Perris (Basecamp)

Meet: USC Village Fountain @ 8AM Saturday, October 19th

Return: 12:00PM Sunday

Member: $100 Non member: $130

Activity: Kayaking, Paddleboarding, Swimming, Camping

Difficulty: (3/10)

Recommended Prior Experience: Must be able to swim

Location of Trip: Lake Perris and Idyllwild

Native Land: Cahuilla and Luiseño

Ready for an unforgettable weekend? Oui are! Join Kylie, Ally, and Sidney for BASECAMP!! Picture this: you start by gliding across the serene waters of Lake Perris in a kayak or on a paddleboard, feeling like you’re floating along the French Riviera. Sun on your skin, breezy vibes, and maybe even a baguette packed for the ride—because why not? We will explore Alessandro Island, soak up the sun, and play on the beach before heading to Idyllwild/Lake Hemet to meet up with the other basecamp trips. As the day winds down, set up camp and enjoy a soirée by the lake. Get ready for fine French dining that will make you say Bon Appetit! Picture a cozy fire, laughter, and gourmet s’mores, of course. The stars above? Think Café de Flore vibes, but instead of Paris, it’s just you and nature’s canvas, painting the night sky. After winning the cooking competition, we’ll spend a night in the pine forest and stargaze. It’s the perfect blend of adventure and chill—like a quick trip to the French countryside, right in your own backyard. Ready to live that joie de vivre?

Contact the Guides:

Sidney Kalin skalin@usc.edu

Ally Atwell aatwell@usc.edu

Kylie McLane kmclane@usc.edu

What to Bring:

*REMINDER (overnights only) : if you do not have a sleeping bag, sleeping pad, backpacking pack, or other technical gear (non-clothing), do not panic, SC Outfitters has these items for you! Your guides will send out a gear-request form the week of your trip where you’ll let them know what gear you need!

• Swimsuit

• Flip flops/chacos

• Beach towel

• Sunscreen, hat, sunglasses

• Warm clothes for overnight

• Tennis shoes

• Toiletries

• Medication

• Mess kit (plastic container and utensils to eat with)

• Headlamp

• Backpack to carry gear

Price of the trip includes (and we will provide):

• Snacks

• Breakfast, lunch, and dinner will be provided when a trip occurs during meal-times

• Any technical gear required (ie. kayaks, snowshoes, snorkels, backpacking packs, sleeping bags, fishing rods, etc.)

• All group / shared gear (tents, stoves, bear cans, first aid kit, etc.)

• Any permits or campsite reservations needed

• Cost of gas reimbursed for participant drivers

• Amazing guides who love the outdoors and do this for free!
  

Please Review Our Cancellation and Refund Policy:

All SC Outfitters trips have a no-refund policy unless a substitute participant can be found. In the event your trip requires added reporting measures of participants (plane tickets, external providers, rental services, etc.) dropping the trip close to the date of the trip will not allow for the spot to be re-filled. See the details on trip pages for specific deadlines and reference our complete cancellation/refund policy here.

TRIP DIFFICULTY RATING SYSTEM

• Difficulty rating for trips

  • 1: No physical activity.

  • 2: Leisurely walk.

  • 3: 2-5 miles less than 1000 ft of total elevation gain on well maintained trails. About 2-3 hours continuous activity

  • 4: 4-6 miles, about 1000 ft of elevation gain, well maintained trails. About 3 hours of continuous activity.

  • 5: 6-8 miles, about 1500ft of elevation gain on maintained trials. 4-5 hours continuous activity

  • 6: 8-10 miles, about 2000 ft of elevation gain, well maintained trails. 4-6 hours of continuous activity.

  • 7: 10-14 miles, over 2500 ft of elevation gain, variable trail conditions possible. Full day of continuous activity.

  • 8: At high altitude. 12-16 total miles, over 3000 ft of elevation gain, variable trail conditions possible. Full day of continuous activity.

  • 9: Technical skills may be necessary. At high altitude with physical elevation gain. Scrambling over rocks likely involved.

  • 10: u gunna die

**If you have any questions or concerns about the physical activity, recommended prior experience, or gear needed on any kind of trip please contact the guides as soon as possible!!