May also work for multi day trip with additional food.
1. Shelter & Sleep System
- Backpacking Tent (2- or 3-person)
- [-] Tent Footprint/Tarp
- [-] Hammock with Straps
- Sleeping Bag (x2)
- Sleeping Pad (x2)
- Dog Bed/Blanket
2. Cooking & Kitchen
- Backpacking Stove
- Isobutane Fuel Canister
- [-] Alcohol stove and fuel: Denatured Alcohol, Methanol
- Cook Pot
- Spoons/Sporks (x2)
- Mugs/Bowls (x1): cup noodle cup works
- Water Filter
- Water Bottles (at least 2L capacity per person): Smart Water bottle works great
- Dog’s Collapsible Bowls (Food & Water)
3. Food & Snacks
- Dinner (Day 1 - e.g., Dehydrated Meal, cup noodle, SPAM)
- Breakfast (Day 2 - e.g., Instant Oatmeal, coffee, tea)
- Snacks (at least 4 high-energy snacks)
- Dog Food (pre-portioned)
4. Clothing & Worn Items
- Moisture-wicking T-shirt (x2)
- Hiking Shorts or Pants (x2)
- Long-sleeve Shirt (x2, for sun/bugs)
- [-] [optional] Fleece or Insulated Jacket (x2)
- [optional] Rain Jacket/Windbreaker (x2)
- Hiking Socks (2 pairs per person)
- Hat with Brim (x2)
- Sunglasses (x2)
- Buff
- Hiking Boots or Trail Runners (x2)
- [optional] Crocs Shoes (optional, x2)
5. Safety & Navigation
- Bear Canister or Bear Sack & Rope
- Bear Spray
- First-Aid Kit (for humans & dog)
- GPS Device (smart watch)
- Phone with Downloaded Maps
- Satellite Emergency Communication (cellphone)
- Headlamp or Flashlight (x2, with extra batteries)
6. Tools & Camp Essentials
- Multi-tool or Knife
- Extra paracord
- Saw for Firewood
- Fire starter
- Trowel (for catholes)
- Dog Leash & Stake/Tie-out
- [optional] Chair
7. Health & Hygiene
- Picaridin Insect Repellent
- Sunscreen
- Toilet Paper
- Hand Sanitizer
- Biodegradable Soap
- Small Quick-Dry Towel
- Personal Medications
8. Trash Management
- Trash Dry Sack (to store all trash)
- Ziploc Bags (for packing out used toilet paper and other small waste)
- Dog Poop Bags