What you carry matters because it directly affects your safety, comfort, confidence, and decision-making outdoors. Whether you’re car camping or backpacking, your gear should prepare you to spend at least one unexpected night outside.
Chapter 02 - essential gear
Carry What
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What to carry
The Ten Essentials are the bare minimum items designed to help outdoor adventurers survive an emergency overnight.
You should always carry these, regardless of camping style.
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The “11th
While not officially part of the list, a personal locator beacon (PLB) is one of the most important safety tools for solo female campers. A PLB allows you to send an SOS signal via satellite without cell service and transmits your exact location to search and rescue.
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While being fashionable is important,
staying dry and warm is arguably more important, but it’s easy . to do both.
THe layering system
Base layer
Moisture-wicking, next to skin (synthetic or merino wool, never cotton)
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Your shoes affect comfort, balance, and how tired you get, so it’s important to find a pair that fits you
that doesn’t mean you need to drop a ton of money on the latest and greatest
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Boots will offer you the best support for heavy packs and rough terrain,
While approach shoes (hiking sneakers) are lighter & less fatiguing, but have less ankle support.
Finally, you’ll probably want a pair of “camp shoes” or sandals after a full day outside to let your feet and boots breathe.
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A good
backpack
CARRIES
WEIGHT
CLOSE TO
YOUR BODY
& CENTERED
& CENTERED
OVER YOUR
HIPS
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Hip belt should be centered over hip bones; tighten first.
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Shoulder straps should feel snug, and not bear weight.
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Finally, the stabilizer straps will bring pack close to your body.
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