Beginner Backpacking FAQ: Common Questions Answered
Backpacking is a great form of recreation on many levels, helping you maintain your physical and emotional health while escaping the pressures of work. Here are the most common questions I field with beginner backpackers who want to get started.
Q: What gear do I actually need for my first overnight backpacking trip?
Start with the essentials: a backpack, tent, sleeping bag and a sleeping pad (both rated for expected lows), stove and fuel, lighter, pot/spoon, water treatment (filter or chemicals), 2–3 liters of water capacity, food, headlamp, map and compass, first-aid kit, repair kit (tape), clothing layers (base, mid, rain, warm if cold), sun protection, and a small hygiene kit (toothbrush, TP + trowel where required, hand sanitizer). Optional but helpful: trekking poles, sit pad, GPS Map app, power bank, and emergency beacon in remote areas.
Continue reading to learn more about beginner backpacking, written by Philip Werner.
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