backpacking (not always so light!)...the basics

1. backpack--Gregory Elektra 80L!!!!!!!!
2. sleeping bag--Mountain Hardware microlamina
3. sleeping pad--Big Agnes prima loft mummy pad
4. map--ANY (as long as its wilderness!)
5. map case--Sea to Summit waterproof case
6. headlamp--Photon II clip lamp
7. spare batteries--(when i remember)
8. knife--i actually use one my grandma got me..
9. compass--its a cheepie...time to re-invest
10. sunglasses--big heavy ole Fossils (nikki's)
11. watch--ok, usually just the clock on my phone
12. tent--Sierra Designs 2P Lightning
13. rainfly--see above
14. footprint--see above
15. attic/gear stowaway--see above
16. tarp--cheapest and lightest possible
17. food--Mountain House veggie lasagna!!!
18. snacks--Harvest Bar PB&choc, cajun beef jerky
19. water bladder--camelbak
20. water filter--can't wait to get a MSR!
21. water purifier--can't wait to get a Steripen!
22. hand shovel--$1 at Target!- "iPOOP" also cool
23. trekking poles--i don't use em, but if you do