If you’ve ever wondered why your pack felt so heavy, it might be time to re-examine what you’ve stuffed in it. In this deep dive, our in-house expert walks you through how to plan your multi-day backpacking trip from scratch. Review how to choose a location, understand the history of your destination, plan your route, manage hazards, and find resources for planning food and gear. Plus, get a detailed three-season gear list to help you pack.
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Jim Margolis
Jim Margolis
Jim joined the Gaia GPS Support Team in November 2019. Prior to Gaia GPS, Jim worked as an instructor, program supervisor, and field staffing coordinator at the National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS). Jim lives in Lander, Wyoming and loves to climb, ski, and make picture frames. He dreams of starting the Sinks Canyon Avalanche Center, the ultimate resource for finding sunny limestone during the long Wyoming winter.
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The team at Gaia GPS collaborated to build this three-season gear list for multi-day backpacking trips. Get an inexpensive scale and weigh everything before deciding what to pack. Websites like…