From taking a backpacking trip with your loved one and having an adventure with just the two of you to planning a trip with 8 or more friends, you need to be aware of group dynamics. We will explore what to expect and how to anticipate problems that may surface so you can prevent blowups. Harmony is part of trip enjoyment afterall.
old backpackers never die, they just fade away
On our trips, the slowest person sets the pace. Along with another rule is that the person in front always must see the person behind them, makes it such that the group stays fairly together. Even on well marked trails this helps prevent the lead person from taking one fork in the trail whilst another takes a different fork. But especially when we are going cross country. And cross country is how you get away from the crowds.
