Backpack gear check list

Backpacking is typically an overnight or multi-day hiking trip where all food and equipment necessary to travel on foot during the day and camp overnight is carried.

- Trekking poles
- Backpack (60L-85L)
- Waterproof matches
- Bear spray
- Compass
- Multi tool or pocket knife
- Water bottle/hydration reservoir
- Head lamp
- Insect repellent
- First aid kit
- Tent
- Footprint or tarp for tent
- Sleeping bag
- Sleeping pad
- Stove and fuel
- Cookware
- Water filter

This article was originally published on February 11, 2011