Going on a hiking trip in a few weeks to the forested mountains of patagonia (pic related). The plan is to walk for 10 hours through the forest and then return to the hotel.
Take into account that this is the southern hemisphere, so summer here.
What should I bring in my backpack? So far I figured this.
>Jacket
>Towel
>Sandals (for river crossing)
>2 liters of water
>Termus with soup (and spoon to eat it)
>Crackers
>Medkit (gasse, paper tape and desinfectant)
>Spare socks (thanks Lt. Dan)
>Flashlight
>Swiss army knife
>Hat
>Sunscreen
>Bug repelent
Am I missing something?
>>918013
Map, compass maybe
A rope is always a good idea.
>>918017
This.
>>918017
This and a small tarp just in case.
>>918013
>Crackers
bring some protein/ energy bars. You might want something more energy dense, and god forbid you get stuck out there it's good to have some real food with you
Also some plastic bags and toilet paper so you can carry out and dispose of waste effectively.
Remember those LEAVE NO TRACE principles anon!
>>918101
Love this advice. A needle and thread might be a good idea to bring as well for mending of any clothing etc that gets damaged. Small enough that there's no reason not to bring them.
>>918013
>Crackers
This is the only thing that irks me. You'll want to bring some energy bars, especially on a 10 hour hike you're gonna need something with protein and sugars. Salts from crackers won't quite be enough.
>>918017
then you can hang yourself when you fail :)
>>918013
>Am I missing something?
Id pack more water. 3 liters at least. being thirsty sucks
>>920176
Really depends how much room you have after you pack the rope and canvas in as well as threading equipment. The rope is well worth a litre less of water
>>920183
>The rope is well worth a litre less of water
thats a mighty bold statement there partner.
>>920193
Where in nature will you come across a rope? Almost no where. Where will you come across water in Patagonia? Everywhere.