6 Big Backpacking Mistakes
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- čas přidán 28. 06. 2024
- Over the years, I've learned many backpacking lessons the hard way. In this video, I'm trying to save you from having some of the same uncomfortable experiences, as I break down the Top 6 Backpacking Mistakes.
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I used to treat quick day hikes while camping really casually until a mountain nearly got me: massive snowstorm rolled in and we had pretty much nothing on us, it was all down at the foot of the hill. My tip: "consider you may get separated from camp..." and always have your ten essentials on you.
I’m a NOLS grad and love to hear your practical and seasoned advice to backpackers out there. You have excellent communication to those that need to hear your words most. Rock on, Eric!
Paper map - a very good point! Because cell phones get damaged/ battery dies/ service provider has a problem with internet signal in area!
If map is too big, cut down to area being covered + a bit more. Good video, Eric
I didn’t see anyone mention “be flexible” if the trail gets too hard or something else occurs, be willing to change your plan. If you planned to hike 10 miles but can only do 5, then stop at 5 miles. Maybe this season you won’t make that meadow or that pass but now you know what to expect on the trail. Plan to try again next year, or take a day hike with a lighter load instead of hauling a overloaded backpack. I’ve had to change plans several times because of an injury in the group, too much snow, the bridge was out and the river was running too high to safely ford, the list goes on. Have fun, be safe, and treat our precious wild places with love and respect so others can enjoy their beauty.
Great stuff here Dan!
Leave no trace also means don't take out what you didn't bring in. Don't pick the flowers, don't cut clippings, don't dig up rocks and build cairns.
One of my pet peeves, going off the trail and trampling local flora.
On one of my first trips when I was brand new to everything, I didn't take into account how elevation would affect the weather and I was up on a high point and when the sun went away, the temp dropped dramatically and the wind howled through the trees had! I had to keep layering as much clothes as I could which honestly really helped and the night wasn't too bad after that. The initial chill was insane though! So just prepare for the terrain and where you'll be sleeping! It helps a lot to get used to doing that!
That's how we learn! That can be scary, glad it didn't get you too badly though!
Thanks for this video, I haven't done camping in over 20 years but I plan to do it in 2023, not backpacking but using an electric bike and will be using camp grounds within 5 miles of a commuter rail train. Yes, it's cheating but hey I'm over 60 and your tips are helping me plan everything just right.
Brilliant potentially life saving tips for beginner or experienced campers
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How about packing just one extra meal and have a small Mylar blanket, in case something happens and you get lost or have to spend an extra night. The Mylar blanket can go under your sleeping pad to help with warmth, if lost it can be set out in an open area that can seen because of its reflective to help first responders locate you.
do some one night short walk in camp outs and figure out what YOU need to bring so your happy.....if your really new to camping then start with some car camp outs, then some 1 mile walk in camp outs while you fine tune your gear. I have one set of gear for car camping and another set for walk in.....once you fine tune make a check off list so you do not forget stuff.
Great advice! Don't forget stuff like I did last night! Who needs a headlamp anyway haha!
Something I see is footcare. Wearing the right shoes/boots and taking care of foot issues when they start to happen. A lot of people wear brand new shoes that aren't broken in, a lot try to "power through" developing hot spots or even blisters then suffer for it later.
Yes like you said your sleep system (which include bedclothes) is where you should really spend your money!
A great video. I can completely relate to the start long mistake. I started "training" for the A.T. by hiking local, very flat southern Georgia, loop trails. I was doing AMAZING, averaging about 2.5-3 mile an hour with almost no effort and had myself convinced I could do a 20-25 mile day, no problem. I had just bought my last piece of (budget) gear, got excited, had a free weekend, so I decided to drive up and hike the A.T. approach trail just get my first overnight hike in. LOL, I literally thought I was going to die after about a half mile. I BARELY dragged myself up to Springer before sunset. The next day was about the same going back to the falls and my car. Lesson learn. It was sooo much fun!
Haven't done a "true backpacking" trip yet, just day hikes that are 4-5 miles round trip. My wife says I carry too much stuff (extra jacket and long sleeve t-shirt, socks, 1st aid kit, rain poncho, alcohol burner and fuel, map and compass, beanie, water, 24hrs worth of food (nothing elaborate) and a pot to heat water in, 2L of water (don't have a filter yet), fire kit) but I'd much rather have and not need than need and not have. Maybe in a year or so I'll step up to overnights. We'll see.
Informative videos, Eric! Good stuff!
Mike I hate to break it to you. But you're backpacking already! You're caring all the heavy stuff but not enjoying camp! Try it tomorrow (no need to wait two years, you're ready!)
I've done several mistakes when I started backpacking. My first trip was a disaster. 36 pounds of load on my backpack, no waist belt used, sore shoulders, most of the load was not on my back, but at the oposite side of the backpack, so I've hated every single step I had to make. It was just bad from the beginning till the end. But yeah, we learn from our mistakes. Got me new gear, much lighter, better and love this sport way more, than I have before.
Thanks for the tips am planning to hike the rwenzori mountains this has been so helpful
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Great video Eric. I have to say about having a relationship with your pack it is so true even with my work backpacks I have a great relationship with them. Well, it is the same with my backpacking backpacks. You got to get to know your packs and they will carry your stuff. Oh and by the way all of my backpacks even my briefcases have girls names. They are all girls. From my little running to the bank pack to the giant backpacking backpacks. I am getting another commuter backpack tomorrow as we speak. I can’t wait!!!
I am an over packer kind of my pack is around 70 lbs but I bring my kids with me and carry most of the weight. If your in that same situation like he said plan for shorter mileage...
Coming from the bushcraft and survival community, it's entertaining to see a LOT of the "lightweight" backpackers across CZcams do these "bag dumps" and they have nothing to be prepared for an emergency. No signaling devices. No compass. No decent knife. Seen several not even carry even a Bic lighter, solely relying on a pezio in their jet boil. No extra or spare cordage. I can go on down the line. All in the name of saving weight, they completely throw the baby out with the bathwater when it comes to contingencies for navigating life or death situations.
Checking yourself and partner for ticks.
It's okay to realize that the trail ahead of you is not doable and backtrack to the nearest site!
The first year I went backpacking by myself it ended up being too much. I picked a trail I had already gone on the year before, but didn't account for all the snow that was on a section of trail I was doing. I went in later June and assumed everything would be like it was in August of the previous year, maybe a bit more wet. After deciding that I could tough through the the section of snow, a couple hours in I got to the cliff where I thought things would clear up. Nope! The snow at the bottom was well over my head and I had to turn around. Several hours later (up a crazy incline) I finally got back to the dry path and made it to the default campsite. I told my story to some friendly ears with a few drinks and went to bed. The next morning I could barely move! My 14km day turned into a 23km day and my body knew it. I used my hiking poles, cut my trip 3 days short, and slowly hobbled my way out.
I'm am building up my endurance started with 10km empty pack to 10km full pack then start extending.and I am doing that every day so I am fit enough to enjoy the experience
Right on! That's a great way to do it and you're crushing it!
Good one like from indo
Leave no trace is my number one. So disrespectful.
Spot on! Bring a hat, at least one extra pairs of socks, know how to read a map and use a compass, and be able to make a fire. edit: Use an existing fire ring!
Not to be a downer, but a live fire indoors? It just seems unnecessary.
Otherwise, love your work on YT, and on TV.
I have one of those in my shop. It's propane and a cheap way to heat a small area....and roast a weenee.
I think the people leaving graffiti on trees and rocks aren't the kind to watch videos about backpacking. Really most of the people who litter and leave toilet paper aren't smart enough to actually care about environment.