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Backpacking equipment basics

Whether are a pro backpacker or just a beginner it is always nice to have a list nearby of the basic equipment you should take along to enjoy your excursion. Remember these are just the basics and you may need to adjust some items according to the length of time you will be backpacking, the terrain in which you will be hiking, and of course, the weather you might experience. It may be very warm at the bottom of a mountain and extremely cold the closer you get to the top, so remember to pack everything you need to withstand the elements.

The backpack should be able to hold everything you need including:

flashlight
Spare batteries
Water bottles
Water purification pills
First aid kid
Pocket knife
Lighter
Rope
garbage bags
identification
Whistle
Maps of the area
Compass

Along with this, you will need:

Tent
sleeping bag
Boots
Insect Repellent
Sunscreen

If you plan to cook while you are backpacking, you will also wish to bring along:

Camping stove
Fuel for the stove
Spoon
Can opener
Pan for cooking
Food

Be sure to pack other items that you are sure to need which include:

Toilet paper
Soap
towel
Toothbrush/paste
Clothing appropriate for the season including a jacket, gloves, hat, and gain gear