Shelter:
-6'x10' tarp
-Eno Hammock
-sleeping bag to 40 below
-sleeping pad
-50' of paracord
-two lightweight tent stakes -various bungees
Food/Water:
-6 protein bars
-three cans of tuna
-a dove dark chocolate bar
-a bag of baby carrots
-two ears of corn, seasoned and wrapped in tin foil
-two oranges and an apple
-a container of ground coffee and single serving filters
-four bottles of Ensure
-one collapsible 1L water container
-one camelbak water bottle
Tools and Other:
-biodegradable wet wipes
-first aid kit with medicines
-pocket knife
-multiple fire creating mechanisms
-items for personal protection*
-tiny camp stove and fuel
-a metal cup
-a fork, spoon, knife, bottle opener tool
-a screwdriver, plier, etc tool
-a small brick of fire starter
-clean underwear, bathing suit top, tank top and shorts.
-a small rag, about the size of a washcloth
A few things I want to add to my gear before my next trip:
-A 3'x2' -ish square of treated canvas that I can fold or roll to store away and will repel dirt and water. Mostly can give me a clean surface for preparing and eating food. But I found think it will serve a variety of uses.
-A tripod camp stool. I know its a luxury, but its a burden I am willing to carry.
-Stronger rope and rope system with which to hang my hammock and tent. The two stakes worked well. But I need four or five lengths of stronger/better rope and a good way to store them to prevent tangling.
I was surprised how much I used that little rag. I used it to dry sh.. stuff, and to wipe shi...stuff off my hands, cleaning pocket knives, etc. It was very easy to clean; Just a little soap and rinse in the camp bathroom, and it dried overnight. It was so useful that I just kept it tucked into my back pocket.
Also clutch was the tiny stove. It saved a lot of time in the morning, not having to build/stoke a fire to have fresh coffee. A coffee, an orange, and breakfast bar will go a long way when you need to pack in a hurry.
Looking back, I think I packed pretty well. I have some experience backpacking and camping, so I'm sure that helped me know what to leave at home and what I would actually need. I guess in the end its all about the experience anyways.
As always, let me know your thoughts and experiences in the comments!
~Amanda Terranova
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