After trying to organize something for a couple years now, it's finally happening. Not the most ideal time, May long, but I'll take it. Starting to put together a list to bring to MEC of stuff I'll need. Any comments are greatly appreciated.
- Backpack 65L (80L seems like a lot and probably end up taking too much shit)
- Stove/boiler
- Cookware
- Gaitors
- Laces/socks/waterproof
- Bear spray
- Water treatment. Have a pump-style filter in mind. I've used them before and am kicking myself for not buying one sooner.
I have a synthetic sleeping bag but need to find a waterproof bag for it. Thermorest, good hiking boots, clothes are covered.
The one thing I'm kind of unsure on is oddly food. I've gone on 2-3 day overnight trips and just brought enough food to last me like oatmeal, beef jerky, trail mix/granola, sandwiches. Now I'm not totally sure if that'll still be fine or I should look into other avenues.
Lastly, one person in the group really wants to start from the south end to get the hardest part over with at the beginning. I'm neutral on it, rather just get some ideas where you guys started and if one is better than the other, somehow.