A backpacker guitar is a small guitar that is designed to be very portable. While it is small in stature, it has a nearly full-scale length with a reduced body size. It is lightweight, durable and is shaped to fit into the smallest places. The size makes it a great option for traveling, backpacking, or sitting around the campfire. It is also a good size for small children who might have a difficult time playing a larger instrument. Students will be using high quality instrument grade woods such as spruce, mahogany and rosewood. In this class participants will make all the parts from scratch, including fret slotting and neck carving.