"The mountains are calling and I must go." – John Muir
Along with your Backpack, hiking boots, tent, and sleeping bag you should pack the following:
1) Extra Food 2) Water/Purifier/Containers 3) Compass and Map 4) First Aide kit 5) Matches/Firestarter 6) Pocket Knife 7) Sun Glasses 8) Sun Screen 9) Toilet paper and Trowel 10) Cooking supplies a. Lightweight Stove and fuel b. Cook ware c. Lexan Spoon 11) Insect Repellent 12) Extra Clothing a. Socks b. Underwear c. Lightweight Thermal top/bottom d. Hiking Shorts/Pants e. Outer Shell (Parka or Jacket) f. Rain Gear (Parka/Poncho) 13) Flashlight/Headlamp and extra batteries 14) Whistle
Additional Gear:
1) Sleeping Pad 2) Walking Staff 3) Pack Rain Cover 4) Camera & extra film/batteries 5) Bandana 6) Rope 7) Pack Towel 8) Candle Latern & extra candles 9) Binoculars 10) Duct Tape 11) Trash Bag 12) Zip Lock Bags