I’m getting ready for a May trip where I will be backpacking for the first time. I’d appreciate any comments on my gear list!
We start out on the Green River outside Moab, UT putting in at Mineral Bottom and paddling 3 days to Spanish Bottom on the Colorado River. We will stash our kayaks and hike 1000ft up to the Dollhouse formation and cache water, then return to the river and camp, hiking back up to the Dollhouse the next day with our gear. I’ve included the link to my lighter pack for the gear I’ll be hiking up on day 2 with. For the next 2 days we will do day hikes into the Maze.
I just saw the Resource for How to ask for a shakedown, sooooo.
Where are you going and when: Canyonlands National Park, 3 days kayaking thru Stillwater Canyon, 3 days hiking in the Maze.
What temp range and weather do you expect: temp can run from a low in the 30’s to highs in the 70’s
Goal Baseweight (BPW): it’s currently around 15 according to Lighterpack but I’m not sure what it should include.
Budget: up to $500
Non-negotiable Items: insulated thick air mattress (I’m a side sleeper), my high back chair, knee brace
Solo or with another person?: with a group of 6 people
Additional Information: I need to address my first aid kits. I’m mainly concerned about bone breaks & bleeding out.
Lighterpack Link: https://lighterpack.com/r/w827c5