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The document discusses packing for a bushwalk, including the different types of backpacks suitable for various trip lengths, what to pack for a day trip, and how to properly pack a backpack. For day trips, a daypack between 10-30 liters is recommended, while medium rucksacks from 35-50 liters are suitable for 1-2 night trips. Larger backpacks over 50 liters are best for longer expeditions requiring more gear. Essential items for a day trip include dry bags, raincoat, first aid, water, food, maps, and layers. Heavier items should be packed in the center of the backpack, with frequently needed items in exterior pockets and items for later in the trip packed

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The document discusses packing for a bushwalk, including the different types of backpacks suitable for various trip lengths, what to pack for a day trip, and how to properly pack a backpack. For day trips, a daypack between 10-30 liters is recommended, while medium rucksacks from 35-50 liters are suitable for 1-2 night trips. Larger backpacks over 50 liters are best for longer expeditions requiring more gear. Essential items for a day trip include dry bags, raincoat, first aid, water, food, maps, and layers. Heavier items should be packed in the center of the backpack, with frequently needed items in exterior pockets and items for later in the trip packed

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Packing

for a Bushwalk
Josh Sowton & Cameron Hancock


Types of backpack:
(Mountain Warehouse Ltd, 2018)

Daypacks
* 10L – 30L
* Best suited for 1-day trips/walks/hikes
* Not suitable for carrying overnight gear
such as tents & sleeping bags








Medium Rucksacks
* 35L – 50L
* Best suited for 1-2 night
trips/walks/hikes
* Similar features to a daypack,
however with additional padding,
pockets & fixing points for extra
equipment
* Room for camping gear such as
tents & sleeping bags




Large Rucksacks
* 50+ Litres
* Best for travelling, backpacking, long
expeditions
* Recommended for trips that require a lot
of gear (e.g. both hot and cold climates)
* Can include a detachable daypack on the
front for multi-purpose use

What to pack for a day trip:
(Lotsafreshair, 2014)

Essentials:
* Dry-bag (to line the backpack)
* Raincoat
* First aid
* Water (minimum 2L)
* Food/snacks
* Paper towel/toilet paper
* Map
* Compass
* Hat
* Sunglasses
* Sunscreen
* Insect repellent
* Mobile phone (+waterproof/shockproof case)
* Warm layer (down jacket/fleece jumper etc.)
* Camera

Add-ons if going off the beaten track:
* Personal locator beacon
* Torch/head torch
* Gloves
* GPS
* Whistle
* Shelter
* Communication device (phone/walkie-talkie)


How to pack your backpack:
(SierraDesigns Gear, 2016)

* Items not needed until later in the trip are to go in
the bottom of the bag (jacket, warm clothes etc.).

* Items needed earlier on in the day towards the top
of the bag (food, first aid, rain gear).

* Items needed regularly throughout the day to be
placed in exterior pockets (water, camera, map,
compass etc.).

* Heaviest items should be placed down the centre of
the bag, or evenly distributed on either side of the
bag, to maintain spinal support.

* Roll up clothes to save space

* Keep wet and dry items separate using dry bags
References:

Lotsafreshair. (2014). How to pack for a day hike [Video]. Retrieved from
<https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ay73RVOX2O0>

Mountain Warehouse Ltd. (2018). Rucksack Guide. Hiking Buying Guides. Retrieved from
<https://www.mountainwarehouse.com/expert-advice/rucksack-guide/>

SierraDesigns Gear. (2016). How to pack a backpack: organization & load distribution
[Video]. Retrieved from < https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J1UZvwPnA_o>

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