Neil and I are heading out on a grand adventure this weekend. We will be heading out to the great outdoors with just the shoes on our feet and the packs on our back for ONE whole night. I know it’s a big deal, haha. Anyways we are heading out on our first ever backpacking trip. Now we have done our far share of hiking which you can read about here, here, here, and here.
Last night was spent preparing everything to do this trip and it’s pretty crazy everything that you need to bring; okay if you are hardcore you can probably do with less but well I’m not. So here is backpacking for two:
Our Gear: His and Hers Backpacks, Sleeping Bags, "Pillows", Bladders, Polls and Sleeping Mats
FOOD!
Dinner and Lunch: Backpackers Pantry sent me the Katmandu Curry to try and we decided to pick up a Pad Thai for lunch. Will report back...
Snacks: Triscuits, Newton Fruit Things From Foodbuzz Tastemakers, Dates, Primal Strips (these might be a little old)
Drinks: Water Purifying Drops, Amazing Grass (need our greens) and YogaEarth pre and post workout drink mixes
Energy Foods: Clif Shots, Shot Blocks (Margarita my favorite) and Sweet Wheat wheatgrass
Breakfast: Oatmeal, Goji Berries, Chia Seeds and Peanut Butter
Cooking Supplies: Jetboil, Gas, Mugs (for the Via we haven't purchased yet), Bowls and Cutlery
Fire: Matches, Lighter, Fire Starter and Camp Fire Starter Blocks
Tools: Multi Tool, Knife, Spade (so you can bury your....), Compass
First Aid Kits
Trail Maps and Books
Lights and Cameras (not pictured): Headlamps and yes that is a Farm Sanctuary Pig Flash Light
Sunscreen and Insect Repellent
Clothing: Day 1&2 Outfit (same just change of unmentionables and socks) and Camping Outfit
Other necessary items: Trail Shoes, Rain Jacket, Hat, Sandals (for when we get to camp) and Knee Support
It looks like a lot of stuff eh? Well it is and yet with a few extra socks and a little a bit more food you could easily do 3-4 days with the same amount of stuff; it just looks crazy for one night. Anyways we are going to head out on our adventure tomorrow morning. I’ll catch you up on all the events on Sunday/Monday. Have a good weekend!
Hi Lindsay! I just found your blog via the comment section at Edible Perspective 🙂
Looks like you’re all set for your backpacking trip, how exciting! I would love to eventually do a trip with my boyfriend as well. He does a backcountry canoe trip with his brother and dad every year in the Boundary Waters Wilderness Area (Minnesota – Canada), but I haven’t been motivated to join them on that. Have a blast and can’t wait to read more!
My husband has the hiking bug so part of me is getting out and doing it for him. I enjoy it once we get going but it’s always a struggle to get me out and started up the mountain haha. I am sure we will have a great time and I can’t wait to report back.
Wow! All I have to say is wow! You are totally prepared. I am SO not the camper. Maybe I could do one night… does that count? Way to go on all of the preparations! I would definitely be OCD on being prepared!
Hi Lindsay,
You may find this site very helpful http://www.packlitefoods.com. They have several vegan options in all categories and you can read the label and understand the ingredients. They keep me satiated when I am on the trail or at the campsite.
Great post! I love seeing what other people take with them when backpacking.
My friends and I are going out on our first trip of the season in a couple days – can’t wait 🙂