What is the one thing you definitely need to take with you on a camping trip?

[Mason Gallagher]

Help me pack my backpack for a hike, I don't even have a suitable knife

[eveled]

What knives do you already have ?



My first thought that definitely went on every hike I ever went one , is Buck 110. But some think it’s too heavy. So maybe one of the new light weight 110’s.

[jmh58]

As a very avid hiker I can reccomend a few things..Plenty of water and a GOOD water filter.. A GOOD rain suit.. First Aid kit.. Swiss Army knife.. Any meds you might need over night and if you wear glasses, a spare pair.. Change of socks.. A change of clothes depending on the legnth of your trip.. Some kind of snacks that you dont mind eating and has a good taste.. I carry a small folding saw and a pair of light weight work gloves..Some kinfd of fire starter.. I also carry a small bottle of hand sanitzer.. I carry a current epipen too..
There are a million lists out there with good suggestins and some are plain silly..
John

[Steve Warden]

As John points out, there is no "one thing".

[bestgear]

As a very avid hiker I can reccomend a few things..Plenty of water and a GOOD water filter.. A GOOD rain suit.. First Aid kit.. Swiss Army knife.. Any meds you might need over night and if you wear glasses, a spare pair.. Change of socks.. A change of clothes depending on the legnth of your trip.. Some kind of snacks that you dont mind eating and has a good taste.. I carry a small folding saw and a pair of light weight work gloves..Some kinfd of fire starter.. I also carry a small bottle of hand sanitzer.. I carry a current epipen too..
There are a million lists out there with good suggestins and some are plain silly..
John

very comprehensive John!

The only other items I would add at almost zero weight is a “space blanket” and a whistle .. one to keep you warm if needed and the other to alert rescuers of your location when needed

[jmh58]

As a very avid hiker I can reccomend a few things..Plenty of water and a GOOD water filter.. A GOOD rain suit.. First Aid kit.. Swiss Army knife.. Any meds you might need over night and if you wear glasses, a spare pair.. Change of socks.. A change of clothes depending on the legnth of your trip.. Some kind of snacks that you dont mind eating and has a good taste.. I carry a small folding saw and a pair of light weight work gloves..Some kinfd of fire starter.. I also carry a small bottle of hand sanitzer.. I carry a current epipen too..
There are a million lists out there with good suggestins and some are plain silly..
John

very comprehensive John!

The only other items I would add at almost zero weight is a “space blanket” and a whistle .. one to keep you warm if needed and the other to alert rescuers of your location when needed

I got both.. Actually a couple of the space blankets with my First Ais kit.. And a whistle in my pocket as soon as I hit the trail..

Also want to add is to make sure you know how to use EVERY piece of your kit.. Very essential.. When ya need it most likley you will be tired and in no way to learn.. TRUST Me on this!!!
John

[winst]

A good light weight pistol..not just for protection from animal predators but also human predators.

[XX Case XX]

A good light weight pistol..

Amen Brother.

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Mike

[OLDE CUTLER]

A good light weight pistol..not just for protection from animal predators but also human predators.

So not a 22lr, a 38Spl at minimum.

[tongueriver]

Toilet paper and drinking water. And make sure your vehicle will get you back home. Everything else comes after those three. Poison ivy just doesn't work for bathroom tissue. Happy camping!

[Railsplitter]

Whiskey.

[Mumbleypeg]

Depends on what you consider “camping”.

Some good recommendations but as a veteran backpacker I don’t see a couple of things most people wouldn't think of as important. By backpacking I’m referring to where you are out several days, miles from the nearest road, hike on foot frequently to a different campsite, and carry everything with you. Tent, sleeping bag, cooking gear, food, etc. Everything you have is either in (or on) your pack or in your pockets. Two things you will appreciate greatly are a good sleeping pad and a lightweight folding chair. Laugh if you want but the right chair is well worth its weight, as is a good nights sleep.

And a buddy. Never hike into the backcountry alone.

Ken

[tongueriver]

Depends on what you consider “camping”.

Some good recommendations but as a veteran backpacker I don’t see a couple of things most people wouldn't think of as important. By backpacking I’m referring to where you are out several days, miles from the nearest road, hike on foot frequently to a different campsite, and carry everything with you. Tent, sleeping bag, cooking gear, food, etc. Everything you have is either in (or on) your pack or in your pockets. Two things you will appreciate greatly are a good sleeping pad and a lightweight folding chair. Laugh if you want but the right chair is well worth its weight, as is a good nights sleep.

And a buddy. Never hike into the backcountry alone.

Ken

Good advice.

[Jeepergeo]

Looknup the Boy Scout Ten Essentials. The lists will vary a bit by area and climate, but you'll recognize some commonalities. And the list is often longer than ten items.

Here are things I like to take, and all can easily fit into a day pack with room to spare.

A map of the area where you will be hiking.
A compass.
A Nalgene water bottle or two. I like the 1 qt size and usually carry 2 to 4 of them.
A knife.
A roll of 550 Paracord, at least 50 feet.
First aid kit.
Toilet paper.
A small shovel or trowel.
A human companion to go with you.
A bag of GORP.
A whistle.
A hat wth a brim.

Depending on time of year,
Sunscreen.
Poncho.
Jacket.

[Thomasg]

At least 2 gallons of water .space blanket , lighter , matches , 2 pounds trail mix Ramon noodles , colt .45 for bear and hogs ..two extra pairs of socks in separate zip lock bags .small hatchet, aluminum quart pan for cooking and boiling emergency water if need to purify.I like a western w 66 sheath knife and small stockman for knife selection..A light water proof wind breaker .never was much on tents and sleeping bags unless it was a late fall trip . Insect repellent , toilet paper .small led light .

[PLMPLM8]

If it was me by your comments carry your 110 you’re comfortable with that. Why change it it,if you were allright with it on previous hikes. And toilet paper, water, and for me jerky,

[CarMan]

I like my Esee Izula 2 fixed blade strapped to one of my shoulder straps along with a leatherman tool in my pack. Other guys have pretty much covered the rest.

[GSPTOPDOG]

A hat.