basics of backpacking

what is backpacking

• low cost housing

• carrying one's belongings in a backpack.

• business travel

• backpack shopping

what is something nonessential for backpacking

• map/compass

• food/water

• PlayStation

• shelter

what types of shoes should you wear while backpacking

• sandals

• crocs

• hiking boots

• rubber boots

where should commonly used items like water go

• bottom of the backpack

• top of the backpack

• in your hand

• just leave it home

how much weight should you pack for

• don't take anything besides clothes

• pack lightly and condense all your equipment when possible

• take as much as you can from home

• make your friend carry everything

how much water should you consume in a day while backpacking

• 500 ml

• 3-4 liters

• 6 liters is good

• 8 liters or more

how many calories should the average person consume while backpacking

• 500

• 1,500

• 3,000

• 10,000

should you hang things off your pack for easy access

• yes

• no

• sometimes