Bogley

[mroy]

I just attached the spreadsheet I use for my checklist, it has all the weights of everything I usually take and adds them up in different categories.

I don't have a minimalist mindset, I like screened tents, and long comfy pads (Big Agnes rules!) I just choose lighter stuff. The Vapor Trail pack is going to be my next purchase which will knock 1.5 lbs off my backpack weight.

[denaliguide]

nice Tr and love the photos. glad you had a good time. can't wait to get there in april.

heres a couple photos of the trough spring that mroy mentions 1 mile from the base of the golden stairs (the water is good). it's on the southern edge of the fins. and also a couple photos of the road around teapot rock. it is rough but i made it with my 4runner with no real difficulty.

an aircraft radio is not a bad option. theres always jets flying up high even if you can't see them. its right under the denver to L.A. flight route. use 121.5 and you should hit them no problem. they will all be monitoring the emergency freq. there are no real flight restrictions in canyonlands. F.A.A. requests that aircraft say at least 2000 feet above ground level over wilderness and nat. parks etc... except in the grand canyon where the routes are more regulated. this is only a request and not a requirement. i have carried a aircraft handheld for years without needing it yet, but you never know.

9 liters of water is a load but it will get you through a dry camp if needed. love my 6 liter dromedary bags.