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Geroge
I am going on a five day hike in the Appalachian mountains and need to bring Equipment with me. I need help on finding what to bring.
Answer
Personal gear: spare underwear, pair spare socks, spare shirt,lightweight nylon shorts (as well as what you wear).
Wear lightweiht strong nylon pants. If it is going to be cold, wear a pair of tights underneath (incredibly warm, and cheap 70 deneir tights from a supermarket are as good as any, and weigh next to nothing. If you are male; don't feel embarrassed at wearing tights - many motorcyclists wear them under their leathers.)
Boots/strong walking shoes
Warm top. If it is going to be cold; something warm underneath like a wool skivvy or ski undershirt.
Lightweigh floppy hat or cap
Sunglasses
Lightweight waterproof jacket; but if it is raining, be prepared to feel damp - nothing is totally waterproof; and if if were, your perspiration would be worse.
Small piece soap, toothpaste/toothbrush.
Small personal first aid kit - especially tweezers for pulling splinters and aspirin.
Sleeping bag, lightweight tent (if it is up to you to supply tent)
sleeping mat, plastic sheet for groundsheet
Backpack
Swiss Army knife or small multi-tool
Spoon (or you could take one of those knife-fork-spoon sets; but it's not necessary)
Small container with cotton, strong thread for emergency repairs
Matches in waterproof container
Cooking gear: plate, container to boil water/cook food, plastic mug. That's all you need.
water container - at least 1 litre/quart
Water purifying tablets (if you can't get these; five drops of tincture of iodine works well, but does taste slightly bitter). Leave tablets in water half an hour.
Food: Lightweight freeze dried food, Freezedried peas are good, also pasta or rice. You can take dried tomato paste to mix with pasta plus a little shredded parmesan cheese.
Something to drink hot (instant coffee; tea. drinking chocolate), something to drink cold (powdered cordial)
Chocolate - a couple of hershey bars a day is not too much (good source of energy). Something for breakfast, instant oats are good, or muesli. Something to snack on - dry crisp biscuits, dried fruit.
Margarine, sugar.
Powdered milk
Don't worry too much about a balanced diet - what you need is higth carbohydrate and fats for energy. Eat mostly at night, with something quick for breakfast, and something to snack on during breaks.
It's amazing what you will eat in the wilds that you wouldn't touch at home.
A few press lock plastic bags (available in supermarket). Good to keep stuff dry (put camera inside two of them), or to keep damp or soiled clothes separate from other stuff.
Map, compass, GPS device if you have one
Mobile phone, if there is coverage
Small notebook and pen
Small Camera
Small torch (LED ones are best)
Watch
All this should weigh about 35 pounds. If less than this; take extra shirt. Your food should be about 2 pounds per day.
Most things can be purchased at supermarket; except specialist freeze dried foods from outdoors shop. But a little imagination with pasta will be filling - also absorbs water, which fills you up, so you won't feel hungry. In the wilds, you are after food to supply energy, but it helps with bulk to fill you up.
Wash your spare underwear/socks and leave to dry overnight.
Take all this but no more ; and you'll be a pro.
Have fun! Don't forget the camera.
Edit: Good advice below from Dewclaw. I forgot about the fuel stove; which you'll need if you are in high country of fire restriction area. And practice with it at home first.
Oh. and insect repellant and sunscreen is a good idea. you can get small tubes that combine both.
Personal gear: spare underwear, pair spare socks, spare shirt,lightweight nylon shorts (as well as what you wear).
Wear lightweiht strong nylon pants. If it is going to be cold, wear a pair of tights underneath (incredibly warm, and cheap 70 deneir tights from a supermarket are as good as any, and weigh next to nothing. If you are male; don't feel embarrassed at wearing tights - many motorcyclists wear them under their leathers.)
Boots/strong walking shoes
Warm top. If it is going to be cold; something warm underneath like a wool skivvy or ski undershirt.
Lightweigh floppy hat or cap
Sunglasses
Lightweight waterproof jacket; but if it is raining, be prepared to feel damp - nothing is totally waterproof; and if if were, your perspiration would be worse.
Small piece soap, toothpaste/toothbrush.
Small personal first aid kit - especially tweezers for pulling splinters and aspirin.
Sleeping bag, lightweight tent (if it is up to you to supply tent)
sleeping mat, plastic sheet for groundsheet
Backpack
Swiss Army knife or small multi-tool
Spoon (or you could take one of those knife-fork-spoon sets; but it's not necessary)
Small container with cotton, strong thread for emergency repairs
Matches in waterproof container
Cooking gear: plate, container to boil water/cook food, plastic mug. That's all you need.
water container - at least 1 litre/quart
Water purifying tablets (if you can't get these; five drops of tincture of iodine works well, but does taste slightly bitter). Leave tablets in water half an hour.
Food: Lightweight freeze dried food, Freezedried peas are good, also pasta or rice. You can take dried tomato paste to mix with pasta plus a little shredded parmesan cheese.
Something to drink hot (instant coffee; tea. drinking chocolate), something to drink cold (powdered cordial)
Chocolate - a couple of hershey bars a day is not too much (good source of energy). Something for breakfast, instant oats are good, or muesli. Something to snack on - dry crisp biscuits, dried fruit.
Margarine, sugar.
Powdered milk
Don't worry too much about a balanced diet - what you need is higth carbohydrate and fats for energy. Eat mostly at night, with something quick for breakfast, and something to snack on during breaks.
It's amazing what you will eat in the wilds that you wouldn't touch at home.
A few press lock plastic bags (available in supermarket). Good to keep stuff dry (put camera inside two of them), or to keep damp or soiled clothes separate from other stuff.
Map, compass, GPS device if you have one
Mobile phone, if there is coverage
Small notebook and pen
Small Camera
Small torch (LED ones are best)
Watch
All this should weigh about 35 pounds. If less than this; take extra shirt. Your food should be about 2 pounds per day.
Most things can be purchased at supermarket; except specialist freeze dried foods from outdoors shop. But a little imagination with pasta will be filling - also absorbs water, which fills you up, so you won't feel hungry. In the wilds, you are after food to supply energy, but it helps with bulk to fill you up.
Wash your spare underwear/socks and leave to dry overnight.
Take all this but no more ; and you'll be a pro.
Have fun! Don't forget the camera.
Edit: Good advice below from Dewclaw. I forgot about the fuel stove; which you'll need if you are in high country of fire restriction area. And practice with it at home first.
Oh. and insect repellant and sunscreen is a good idea. you can get small tubes that combine both.
what do I need for a 3 month wilderness camping trip for 3 people?
Kyle
I am planning a camping trip at the end of the year in texas. We are going to be completely ruffing it with no running water other than what we bring or find naturally. No electricity or any other creature comforts. How do I plan for it? What do I need?
Answer
I cant agree more with C_Kayak_. You really need to ease into a trip of this duration and try out a weekend trip first with someone that's been camping before to help you learn the ropes. Build up to a week long trip and know your gear as well as your own limitations before you should even think about planning an adventure like this. That having been reiterated...I'm Happy to hear that you have caught the camping bug. Its always a fantastic adventure to explore the great outdoors. You don't mention but I take it that you'll be disbursed camping with your car.
You probably already have a lot of stuff that you can use for camping in your house.
Here's a short list of camping equipment:
Shelter - Tent, poles, stakes, ground sheet
Sleeping - Sleeping bag, sleeping pad
Essentials - Water bottles& water purification methods, waterproof matches/lighter, map & compass, basic first aid kit, whistle and/or signal mirror, nylon cord-50', pocket knife, emergency blanket, extra food, extra clothing, sunglasses, sunscreen, water purification, headlamp or flashlight and extra batteries. Keep these items in your day pack when you go hiking and exploring.
Cooking - Stove, fuel, cook set, spoon/knife/fork set, biodegradable soap, scrub pad, food
Base camp accessories - Cooler/ice chest, water bag or large jug, dish pan, paper towels, lantern, storage containers for food, Ziploc bags, large spoon, knife, spatula, can opener, small whisk, small grater, hot pad holders, plate/bowl, cup, cutting board, aluminum foil, spice kit.
Miscellaneous - bandana, camera, binoculars, repair/sewing kit, fishing gear, journal/pen or pencil, reading material, nature guides, trail games, trowel, toilet paper, personal toiletries, lip balm, bug repellant, towel, day pack.
Make sure you take clothing appropriate for the climate you expect to encounter.
Inner Layer - wicking layer: long underwear top & bottom, liner socks, outer socks, t-shirt, shorts
Insulation Layer - Wool, synthetic or fleece shirt/sweater down/fiberfill jacket, wool or fleece pants, gloves, wool or fleece hat.
Protective layer - Rain/windproof jacket & pants, gaiters, hiking boots waterproofed, camp shoes, sun hat.
Happy Trails to you!
I cant agree more with C_Kayak_. You really need to ease into a trip of this duration and try out a weekend trip first with someone that's been camping before to help you learn the ropes. Build up to a week long trip and know your gear as well as your own limitations before you should even think about planning an adventure like this. That having been reiterated...I'm Happy to hear that you have caught the camping bug. Its always a fantastic adventure to explore the great outdoors. You don't mention but I take it that you'll be disbursed camping with your car.
You probably already have a lot of stuff that you can use for camping in your house.
Here's a short list of camping equipment:
Shelter - Tent, poles, stakes, ground sheet
Sleeping - Sleeping bag, sleeping pad
Essentials - Water bottles& water purification methods, waterproof matches/lighter, map & compass, basic first aid kit, whistle and/or signal mirror, nylon cord-50', pocket knife, emergency blanket, extra food, extra clothing, sunglasses, sunscreen, water purification, headlamp or flashlight and extra batteries. Keep these items in your day pack when you go hiking and exploring.
Cooking - Stove, fuel, cook set, spoon/knife/fork set, biodegradable soap, scrub pad, food
Base camp accessories - Cooler/ice chest, water bag or large jug, dish pan, paper towels, lantern, storage containers for food, Ziploc bags, large spoon, knife, spatula, can opener, small whisk, small grater, hot pad holders, plate/bowl, cup, cutting board, aluminum foil, spice kit.
Miscellaneous - bandana, camera, binoculars, repair/sewing kit, fishing gear, journal/pen or pencil, reading material, nature guides, trail games, trowel, toilet paper, personal toiletries, lip balm, bug repellant, towel, day pack.
Make sure you take clothing appropriate for the climate you expect to encounter.
Inner Layer - wicking layer: long underwear top & bottom, liner socks, outer socks, t-shirt, shorts
Insulation Layer - Wool, synthetic or fleece shirt/sweater down/fiberfill jacket, wool or fleece pants, gloves, wool or fleece hat.
Protective layer - Rain/windproof jacket & pants, gaiters, hiking boots waterproofed, camp shoes, sun hat.
Happy Trails to you!
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