| I couldn't find a backpacking checklist online that I really liked, so I took some suggestions from several of them and added my own stuff. Listing an item as optional or not can be subjective, so it's only my opinion. The Ten Essentials are lifted straight off someone else's list. |
| *Stuff I'll almost always bring with me. |
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| *Water Container |
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I carry a 100oz bladder and an empty Nalgene water bottle. |
| *Matches/Lighter |
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| *Fire starter |
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| *Compass and Map |
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| *First-Aid Kit |
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| Whistle |
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I guess this would be used for both warning bears of your presence and alerting rescuers. I don't have one. |
| *Nylon Rope |
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| *Pocket Knife/Multi-tool |
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| Emergency Blanket |
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Don't carry this on overnight trips since I already have a tent and bag. |
| Energy Bar |
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| *Sunglasses |
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| *Sunscreen |
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You'll fry like an egg without it in the high country. |
| *Flashlight/Headlamp |
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A headlamp will probably weigh less and take up less space. It also frees up both hands. |
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| *Backpack |
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| Pack Cover |
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| *Tent & Stakes |
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| *Sleeping Bag |
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| *Sleeping Pad |
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Not really required if you don't like sleeping. |
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| *Boots, well sealed |
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| *Camp Shoes |
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Highly recommended after wearing boots all day, especially if the boots got wet. |
| *Liner Socks |
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| *Hiking Socks |
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| *Non-Cotton T-shirt |
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| Non-Cotton Shorts |
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| *Non-Cotton Underwear |
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| *Thermal Underwear |
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I haven't been bringing these. Depends on weather. |
| *Fleece Jacket |
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| *Rain Jacket |
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| Rain Paints |
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| Gloves |
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| *Stocking Cap |
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Essential for after dark. |
| Hat with brim |
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| *Stove |
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| *Fuel |
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| *Cooking Pot |
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| Cup |
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Cooking pot can also double as cup. |
| *Utensils |
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I only bring a spoon. |
| *"just add water" meals |
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Freeze-dried meals, ramen noodles, instant rice meals -- I tend to prefer the freeze-dried meals that you eat out of the bag to avoid dirtying my cooking pot. |
| *Coffee |
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Can't leave home without it. |
| *Trail Mix |
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This can be anything in a bag. |
| *Energy Bars |
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Clif bars, etc. are good. |
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| *Toilet Paper |
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No need for a full roll. Look around for a partial roll. |
| *Toothbrush and Toothpaste |
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| *Deodorant |
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| *Mouthwash |
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| *Hand Sanitizer |
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| Bio-degradable soap |
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| *Plastic Trowel |
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For burying your poop. |
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| *Water Purifier |
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| *Camera w/ Extra Batteries |
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| *Lip Balm |
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| Lightweight Towel |
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| Reading Material |
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In case of rain. |
| *Camp Chair |
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Not really practical unless it's something light that converts your sleeping pad. |
| *Trekking Poles |
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Highly recommended for stability and helping bad knees. |
| Fishing Gear |
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| *Plastic trash bag |
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For trash you can't burn. |
| *Aspirin/Ibuprofen |
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| Sleep Aid |
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| Duct Tape |
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Fixes anything |
| Extra Shoelaces |
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