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shlingdawg · Joined: 07 Jul 2005 Posts: 680 Location: Western Washington

I'm getting my pack ready for a hike next week. After packing the necessities, I still have room and some weight to spare for some luxury items.

What do you NEVER leave behind while roughing it that would be considered by most to be a luxury item? :popcorn:

accadacca · Joined: 02 Dec 2004 Posts: 7690 Location: On Your Screen

I like to throw in a magazine. Seems that I never get the chance or take the chance to read them at home anymore. Everything is on the Internet or TV. It is relaxing to read a good magazine of your choice during some down time. I would choose dirt rider or dirt bike.

I like to bring cards as well. Sit around with the boys and play in the evening for some skittles. :lol8: Or other small games that would be fun. How about some stuff to make smores? You would be the popular guy in camp. I have brought the popcorn in the pan deal on occasion. I also bring fish seasoning salt and a small tupperware container with butter, followed by some tin foil. Ahhhhhh........these last items are for cooking the fish. :five:

rockgremlin · Joined: 09 Dec 2004 Posts: 3985 Location: Hotel California

fireworks, guns, porno mags, liquor...you WERE gonna hike around Cedar City weren't ya? :haha: :haha:

Don't forget the TP! Maybe a pillow too.

accadacca · Joined: 02 Dec 2004 Posts: 7690 Location: On Your Screen

rockgremlin wrote: fireworks, guns, porno mags, liquor...you WERE gonna hike around Cedar City weren't ya? :haha: :haha:

Don't forget the TP! Maybe a pillow too.
:getiton: :roflol:

Sombeech · Joined: 09 Dec 2004 Posts: 12181 Location: The Rubbish Bin

Some people frown upon it, but I ALWAYS pack my handgun. You never know what can go down. Even when you're fishing, you're wading the river and your gear is on shore... somebody can walk right up and get away pretty quick.

Besides, I've got my permit. :2thumbs:

Never go without your camera. We've got to see your pics!!

Udink · Joined: 21 Jul 2005 Posts: 829 Location: Price, Utah

I think something to read and some music to listen to are good things to bring if you've got the spare room.

Sombeech wrote: Some people frown upon it, but I ALWAYS pack my handgun.
Same here--I don't consider mine optional. I'll bet the same people who frown upon it are the same people who are pushing for mandatory seat belt laws, when in fact carrying a defensive handgun and wearing your seat belt are the same thing--not necessary 99.99999% of the time, but you never know when one might save your life.

shlingdawg · Joined: 07 Jul 2005 Posts: 680 Location: Western Washington

I WILL have my camera. I WILL have my P239. I WILL have my fly rod.

Everything else should fall into place. :nod:

Leaving in 14 hours! :bootyshake: :rockon:

Shan · Joined: 24 Jun 2005 Posts: 794 Location: Cache Valley

I'm sure we'll be bringing our handgun from now on, since we just got it. It's a 357 Magnum, made in 1963, from my father-in-law.

Wetwipes are a must.

Clean undies and socks for each day too.

Camp shoes like Chacos.

I have powered Tom Collins drink mix too.

Sombeech · Joined: 09 Dec 2004 Posts: 12181 Location: The Rubbish Bin

Camera, and extra batteries!!!

Also, if there's trees around, I love to pack a hammock. You can get a cheap one from Wal-Mart for 6 bucks. It weighs 1.25 lbs.

It sure is nice to put your feet up after you pack in.

shlingdawg · Joined: 07 Jul 2005 Posts: 680 Location: Western Washington

Sombeech wrote: Camera, and extra batteries!!!

Also, if there's trees around, I love to pack a hammock. You can get a cheap one from Wal-Mart for 6 bucks. It weighs 1.25 lbs.

It sure is nice to put your feet up after you pack in.

A couple of people brought in hammocks to sleep in. They ended up throwing down on the ground because they got cold (no insulation under the body). It would be nice for relaxing purposes though.

I realized that a lighter pack = a much better hiking experience.

Sombeech · Joined: 09 Dec 2004 Posts: 12181 Location: The Rubbish Bin

True, the hammock is not good to sleep in. I tried it once, and it was a very long night.

I actually slept most nights on the air mattress right below it in the picture.

The hammock was mainly for chillin', and if you could manage to get in an afternoon nap.

Shan · Joined: 24 Jun 2005 Posts: 794 Location: Cache Valley

Isn't that a pool floaty?

accadacca · Joined: 02 Dec 2004 Posts: 7690 Location: On Your Screen

Hey this guy is a big Walmart advocate. :roll_lol:

Sombeech · Joined: 09 Dec 2004 Posts: 12181 Location: The Rubbish Bin

Shan wrote: Isn't that a pool floaty?

You betcha. A dual purpose product. During the day, we would float in the river pools, by night, I'm floating on IT.

(This was in Havasu Canyon)

accadacca · Joined: 02 Dec 2004 Posts: 7690 Location: On Your Screen

That actually sounds like a great plan that you had. :thumb:

When do you start at Walmart? :lol8: