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Originally Posted by unclebilly
Get good boots .....
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I usually just use tennis shoes. Light and comfortable.
Important to keep feet dry, however. Some insist on waterproof footwear, I just hop around any wet areas of the trail.
- Keep snacks that require no prep handy, along with plenty of water.
- Plan meals. Careful not to carry too much weight. and
Prep time is critical! When it's time to eat after a long stretch, you don't want to prepare and cook for an hour. Plan meals that can be ready to eat within a few minutes.
I usually do not ever bring out a stove for lunch. The stove (or fire, depending on where the hike is) is used only at the end of the day, and, of course, early morning. Breakfast is usually instant oatmeal and coffee. Both just need boiling water. Simple, quick, easy to clean up.