40 min video - What a treat!!! 😊 It’s nice to hear you talk through your camping gear. Also, I just love how Dot was with you the whole time…❤ She’s so adorable 🥰 (And the unexpected cameo appearance of Bean was a lovely surprise too)
Thank you so much! I’m glad the 40min ramble wasn’t something to enjoy! Dot is such a cuddle bug. I enjoy her presence so much! And little Bean, I was glad he made an appearance too.
Always a pleasure, never mind rambling, that's a bonus! Can't fault the gear list, with two of you it should be easy to follow the Marines' mantra "one is none".
Your dog is so fun to watch! He really loves you, because he sticks to you like glue!😂 Anyway, the video really helped me. I stopped the video and consolidated my dehydrated meals into my bear cylinder. I’m old now, so weight is an issue even on short trips and your video helps me to scrutinize my pack items, because I have always been a what if person!😂 what if’s tend to never happen that much and I find myself lugging a bunch of extra weight around for no reason. Thank you!😊
I can totally relate to the “what if” syndrome! It’s a fine balance. There’s a reassurance in being prepared, but man, having a lighter pack is really rewarding. I’m glad you were able to take a look at your own set up and reconfigure things! And yes, she is a bit of a Velcro dog! ❤️
Wow! Alicia changed from a heavy canvas backpack. I’m shocked but I think it’s for the better. I’m 64 and can’t carry the weight I used to, dropping your base weight will make it so much easier and more fun. After I started using lighter weight gear I’m not exhausted when I get to a camp site. I would still carry a fixed blade knife though. I hope you have a blast on your trip.
Haha I know… the canvas, I love it so! But, I think dropping the extra weight will be greatly appreciated. I think as a younger person I felt I had to prove myself with a heavy pack. Now I just want to be comfortable, haha.
Thank you for this video!! My husband and I are always looking for ideas and way to minimize for camping. I love your videos and my husband also likes to watch so that he can get some new ideas from you. I’m 60 and my husband is 61. We (especially me) are not able to carry heavy anymore. Love your vides and THANK YOU!! BTW, I LOVE all your fur babies!! They are so cute.
Thank you so much to the both of you! Bryon, my partner, also managed to rearrange some of his pack things and got his pack down to 35lbs - he usually carries about 55lbs! Game changer.
This video was really great. I did my first backpacking trip in the late 70's with an external frame pack from K mart. Gear has come a long way since then. Would love to see an after trip video to report on how everything worked out.
Not too Long at all Alicia, I Really found this interesting and Hope You and Brian enjoy your upcoming 4 Day Trip. Btw you Dog is SO WELL Behaved they just like being with you Xx
We packed the dog food up into individual ziplock bags pre-portioned out. We gave them their regular kibble amount, but added in some freeze dried food as an extra booster.
sorry what you're 39? You look 29 at most. In any case, helpful to see the lightweight setup. Prepping for a short trip of my own - in the Sierras, 3 nights. Cheers.
Basically, it sounds like they’re a good thing to keep around in a pack. I also have some friends who suffer from migraines and find electrolytes to be helpful.
In the bush, it's great :-D no queueing in filthy public toilets! The only thing is you need to dispose of the toilet paper (bury or bag and take away)
I watched the entire video and was interested in all AND I don't backpack or tent camp ... I do RV/Van "camp". But you made it all interesting with your mix of history and gear evolution. I am nearly 69, a semi-retired software developer ... love tech as well as the innovations in all kinds of gadgets and equipment ... also a new-ish fountain pen lover :) ! Best, best wishes for a great trip! Dot was so sweet ... I was wondering if she was sticking extra close to make sure she was included in the packing?
Hahah wow, thank you! I’m glad you found it interesting! I too enjoy gear and equipment, it’s fascinating to see the things that come out! Dot definitely sticks close by when we pack, she’d hate to be left behind! Happy camping, however your approach!
What a great set up! That is a massive difference, especially when you have to carry the weight for days on end! Water always worries me as well (even just finding it), especially when I am traveling with a dog, I always make sure I carry extra water for her (and a few extra portions of her kibble, just in case). I also don't like mummy sleeping bags (for many reasons). I once, unexpectedly, camped with a kitten. She always wanted to sleep at the very bottom of my mummy sleeping bag, which scared me; I was afraid of crushing her or that she would suffocate. She, however was as happy as could be 😂 I wonder, how do you backpack with Bean? Especially the in-the-tent set up (does he have a sleeping crate, toilet area, etc) I understand, when you travel by car, you take one of those (hardcase) pet carriers, but what do you use when backpacking, or is he loose in the tent when you are sleeping? I am sure it's going to be a great trip! Hope you will have a wonderful time!
Wow, an unexpected night with a kitten? I’m so curious about that! As for Bean, we had planned to use a portable, collapsible cat carrier. It was under a pound and seemed like an easy thing to carry. He slept just fine in it, however, he woke up every two hours needing to be let out to poop and pee… usually his travel carrier has a litter box in it. We decided that it wasn’t going to work bring him along on a backpack after all, so we ended up car camping in the mountains instead. I was a little bummed, but we made the most of it, and now we know!
@@adventuredenali It was actually a few weeks camping with a kitten! I was 14, camping with my parents (my parents had their own tent, and I had my own tiny tent) in the South of France (it's what 80% of Dutch people used to do), my old cat had just passed away a few days before we left, and for some reason I just *knew* I was going to get a cat on that trip. So one day we went to the farmers market in the village, and there was a woman, with two kittens, in a bag, on her way to drown them in the river (apparently this used to be normal, especially in small/rural villages), so I begged my parents if I could keep them, however they said I could keep ONE kitten, so I took both of them off the woman and walked around the farmers market until I found someone who wanted one of the kittens, and I kept the other one! The kitten (I named her Sammetje) went everywhere with me, and then she went home with us, to the Netherlands. Sammetje was a sweetheart, and she went with me when I moved out several years later, eventually she passed away when I was in my thirties.. Oh, what a bummer! I can understand that you were a little disappointed that you ended up having to go car camping instead of backpacking. I totally understand! Bean is just too much of a gentleman with proper manners, he needs his bathroom 😉 And you're right, at least now you know! Hopefully you will get another chance to take your new backpack set up, out for a spin this summer!
If you are in doubt about taking Bean, keep using the idea of weight reduction, and think of him not as a ferret, but as a third dog, an ultralight one (= I really like your gear videos. I always find out about a very interesting new piece of equipment that I can add to my kit. I also carry a Nitecore, and i love it; mine is the NU25. As a back up i carry a Nitecore Tip pocket light, or my regular edc light, the Copper TPF by Maratac. Also, have you heard about the ESEE brand knives? They have some lightweight models, "IZULA" and "Candiru" that are tiny and light, but still pretty heavy duty. Thanks for the videos.
I have been using Kelty packs for more than 50 years. They are reliable, beautifully designed , and indestructible. My memory is a weight goal of 35 pounds. Pet food and bowls?
I'm going camping all week next week for work to do botany surveys, and I am a bit nervous as I don't have as much camping experience. This video was very timely :)
Kelly and Jansport were king. Mine was a Jansport. The morning stove was the bomb, even with the white gas. Could cook a whole meal in a Sierra cup. Over 500 miles on AT. Love Washington, Idaho, and Yosemite. Nothing beats a sunset bivouac on the summit after a great climb.
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@@mjc32991 usually I just take my normal journal. I have experimented with a smaller journal just for backpacking trips, but I didn’t enjoy that as well. This time, I decided to leave the journal behind completely - but I did have a tiny pen and some scrap paper - just in case.
@ my favorite sizes have been travelers notebook size, a5 and b6. I kind of bounce around between those. At the moment I’m in a travelers size. I like the narrow dimensions, but still roomy to write a lot on one page. I did have a good run with the pocket size, but after about year of that, I started feeling pretty claustrophobic and haven’t been able to go back since (I do still think it’s a charming size though).
Water filters are not effective against everything, as I learned in Nepal. Regular trekkers told me the only 100% effective solution is to boil for 10 minutes. Takes more time and patience, but it would mean you don't need to pack a bag and filter ;-)
But…WHERE IS YOUR KNITTING??? Just kidding, this video is awesome. Almost makes me want to leave the comforts of home for the great outdoors. That said, I often find tips for post-hurricane in backpacking videos.
Hahah! I did bring knitting on your last backpack. 😂 This time, I left it in the car. Oh, post-hurricane tips? I’m so curious, like what? And thank you for watching. :)
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40 min video - What a treat!!! 😊 It’s nice to hear you talk through your camping gear. Also, I just love how Dot was with you the whole time…❤ She’s so adorable 🥰 (And the unexpected cameo appearance of Bean was a lovely surprise too)
Thank you so much! I’m glad the 40min ramble wasn’t something to enjoy! Dot is such a cuddle bug. I enjoy her presence so much! And little Bean, I was glad he made an appearance too.
I should tell you that following you for the last year or so has challenged me to get healthier. You’re fantastic!
Always a pleasure, never mind rambling, that's a bonus!
Can't fault the gear list, with two of you it should be easy to follow the Marines' mantra "one is none".
Thank you so much! :D
Your dog is so fun to watch! He really loves you, because he sticks to you like glue!😂 Anyway, the video really helped me. I stopped the video and consolidated my dehydrated meals into my bear cylinder. I’m old now, so weight is an issue even on short trips and your video helps me to scrutinize my pack items, because I have always been a what if person!😂 what if’s tend to never happen that much and I find myself lugging a bunch of extra weight around for no reason. Thank you!😊
I can totally relate to the “what if” syndrome! It’s a fine balance. There’s a reassurance in being prepared, but man, having a lighter pack is really rewarding. I’m glad you were able to take a look at your own set up and reconfigure things! And yes, she is a bit of a Velcro dog! ❤️
Nice in-depth review of a solid packing setup! Thanks for sharing!
Wow! Alicia changed from a heavy canvas backpack. I’m shocked but I think it’s for the better. I’m 64 and can’t carry the weight I used to, dropping your base weight will make it so much easier and more fun. After I started using lighter weight gear I’m not exhausted when I get to a camp site. I would still carry a fixed blade knife though. I hope you have a blast on your trip.
Haha I know… the canvas, I love it so! But, I think dropping the extra weight will be greatly appreciated. I think as a younger person I felt I had to prove myself with a heavy pack. Now I just want to be comfortable, haha.
Enjoyed! Go, girl.
Thank you for this video!! My husband and I are always looking for ideas and way to minimize for camping. I love your videos and my husband also likes to watch so that he can get some new ideas from you. I’m 60 and my husband is 61. We (especially me) are not able to carry heavy anymore. Love your vides and THANK YOU!! BTW, I LOVE all your fur babies!! They are so cute.
Thank you so much to the both of you! Bryon, my partner, also managed to rearrange some of his pack things and got his pack down to 35lbs - he usually carries about 55lbs! Game changer.
This video was really great. I did my first backpacking trip in the late 70's with an external frame pack from K mart. Gear has come a long way since then. Would love to see an after trip video to report on how everything worked out.
Thank you so much! Gear really has come a long way.
Thank you
Gosh this video came at just the right time, I'm going on a backpacking trip (just one night) next week! It's only my second backpacking adventure.
That’s so great! I hope you have a wonderful experience!!
@@adventuredenali It was great!
Not too Long at all Alicia, I Really found this interesting and Hope You and Brian enjoy your upcoming 4 Day Trip. Btw you Dog is SO WELL Behaved they just like being with you Xx
Thank you! I think we really lucked out with our pups.
Amazingly informative
I miss your fountain pen reviews
Aww! Feels like a lifetime ago now!
I love the look of that pack!
What do you bring for dog food? Just curious.
Thanks for sharing!
We packed the dog food up into individual ziplock bags pre-portioned out. We gave them their regular kibble amount, but added in some freeze dried food as an extra booster.
What do you do with your dogs while you're away? ❤
sorry what you're 39? You look 29 at most. In any case, helpful to see the lightweight setup. Prepping for a short trip of my own - in the Sierras, 3 nights. Cheers.
Hahah thank you. I hope you have a marvelous time in the Sierras!
electrolytes in a drink are good when you sweat a lot, puke a lot, or poop a lot. it's useful for when you are dehydrated.
Basically, it sounds like they’re a good thing to keep around in a pack. I also have some friends who suffer from migraines and find electrolytes to be helpful.
What about your journal and at least a sock knitting?!!? 😊
I've never been on a backpacking camping trip. It sounds like a great experience. But, my major hang up is the pooping.
Where and how ?!? 😂
In the bush, it's great :-D no queueing in filthy public toilets! The only thing is you need to dispose of the toilet paper (bury or bag and take away)
I'll be downsizing for my
NEXT adventure to Haida
Gwaii thanks to you!! 💚
That sounds marvelous! Do you have an upcoming trip planned? Or is Haida Gwaii a place you frequent?
I watched the entire video and was interested in all AND I don't backpack or tent camp ... I do RV/Van "camp". But you made it all interesting with your mix of history and gear evolution. I am nearly 69, a semi-retired software developer ... love tech as well as the innovations in all kinds of gadgets and equipment ... also a new-ish fountain pen lover :) ! Best, best wishes for a great trip! Dot was so sweet ... I was wondering if she was sticking extra close to make sure she was included in the packing?
Hahah wow, thank you! I’m glad you found it interesting! I too enjoy gear and equipment, it’s fascinating to see the things that come out! Dot definitely sticks close by when we pack, she’d hate to be left behind! Happy camping, however your approach!
What a great set up!
That is a massive difference, especially when you have to carry the weight for days on end!
Water always worries me as well (even just finding it), especially when I am traveling with a dog, I always make sure I carry extra water for her (and a few extra portions of her kibble, just in case).
I also don't like mummy sleeping bags (for many reasons).
I once, unexpectedly, camped with a kitten.
She always wanted to sleep at the very bottom of my mummy sleeping bag, which scared me; I was afraid of crushing her or that she would suffocate. She, however was as happy as could be 😂
I wonder, how do you backpack with Bean?
Especially the in-the-tent set up (does he have a sleeping crate, toilet area, etc)
I understand, when you travel by car, you take one of those (hardcase) pet carriers, but what do you use when backpacking, or is he loose in the tent when you are sleeping?
I am sure it's going to be a great trip!
Hope you will have a wonderful time!
Wow, an unexpected night with a kitten? I’m so curious about that! As for Bean, we had planned to use a portable, collapsible cat carrier. It was under a pound and seemed like an easy thing to carry. He slept just fine in it, however, he woke up every two hours needing to be let out to poop and pee… usually his travel carrier has a litter box in it. We decided that it wasn’t going to work bring him along on a backpack after all, so we ended up car camping in the mountains instead. I was a little bummed, but we made the most of it, and now we know!
@@adventuredenali It was actually a few weeks camping with a kitten!
I was 14, camping with my parents (my parents had their own tent, and I had my own tiny tent) in the South of France (it's what 80% of Dutch people used to do), my old cat had just passed away a few days before we left, and for some reason I just *knew* I was going to get a cat on that trip.
So one day we went to the farmers market in the village, and there was a woman, with two kittens, in a bag, on her way to drown them in the river (apparently this used to be normal, especially in small/rural villages), so I begged my parents if I could keep them, however they said I could keep ONE kitten, so I took both of them off the woman and walked around the farmers market until I found someone who wanted one of the kittens, and I kept the other one!
The kitten (I named her Sammetje) went everywhere with me, and then she went home with us, to the Netherlands.
Sammetje was a sweetheart, and she went with me when I moved out several years later, eventually she passed away when I was in my thirties..
Oh, what a bummer! I can understand that you were a little disappointed that you ended up having to go car camping instead of backpacking. I totally understand!
Bean is just too much of a gentleman with proper manners, he needs his bathroom 😉
And you're right, at least now you know!
Hopefully you will get another chance to take your new backpack set up, out for a spin this summer!
Do you not write in a journal anymore? 💙
@@Kathy-j4e hello! I do, I’ve just been typing it out on my typewriter lately.
If you are in doubt about taking Bean, keep using the idea of weight reduction, and think of him not as a ferret, but as a third dog, an ultralight one (=
I really like your gear videos. I always find out about a very interesting new piece of equipment that I can add to my kit.
I also carry a Nitecore, and i love it; mine is the NU25. As a back up i carry a Nitecore Tip pocket light, or my regular edc light, the Copper TPF by Maratac.
Also, have you heard about the ESEE brand knives? They have some lightweight models, "IZULA" and "Candiru" that are tiny and light, but still pretty heavy duty.
Thanks for the videos.
Ahahaha Bean the ultralight dog!
Thanks so much for your comment and sharing some of your own gear! I’ll check out the knives you suggested as well.
I have been using Kelty packs for more than 50 years. They are reliable, beautifully designed , and indestructible. My memory is a weight goal of 35 pounds. Pet food and bowls?
The pups have their own packs for food and bowls. :D
I'm going camping all week next week for work to do botany surveys, and I am a bit nervous as I don't have as much camping experience. This video was very timely :)
I hope you have a marvelous time! Will you be going with a group? That sounds like so much fun.
Always enjoyed your videos!
Thank you!
Kelly and Jansport were king. Mine was a Jansport. The morning stove was the bomb, even with the white gas. Could cook a whole meal in a Sierra cup. Over 500 miles on AT. Love Washington, Idaho, and Yosemite.
Nothing beats a sunset bivouac on the summit after a great climb.
Msr stove was the greatest.
Propane is great in summer, but used white gas below 30 degrees. Winter backpacking is can be so beautiful.
Where did you get the camp socks? Can’t seem to find them on their website. Thanks!
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Where is your little everything pouch from? I'm looking for something similar!
If I may answer your question, it's from Gossamer Gear.
I enjoyed your outdoor gear video 👍🏻and you are beautiful 🥰
Thank you!
What do you travel with for journaling?
@@mjc32991 usually I just take my normal journal. I have experimented with a smaller journal just for backpacking trips, but I didn’t enjoy that as well. This time, I decided to leave the journal behind completely - but I did have a tiny pen and some scrap paper - just in case.
@ what is your normal size? I’m still struggling to find the right fit for me.
@ my favorite sizes have been travelers notebook size, a5 and b6. I kind of bounce around between those. At the moment I’m in a travelers size. I like the narrow dimensions, but still roomy to write a lot on one page. I did have a good run with the pocket size, but after about year of that, I started feeling pretty claustrophobic and haven’t been able to go back since (I do still think it’s a charming size though).
@ thank you!
Amazing!!!!!
Thank you!
Water filters are not effective against everything, as I learned in Nepal. Regular trekkers told me the only 100% effective solution is to boil for 10 minutes. Takes more time and patience, but it would mean you don't need to pack a bag and filter ;-)
But…WHERE IS YOUR KNITTING??? Just kidding, this video is awesome. Almost makes me want to leave the comforts of home for the great outdoors. That said, I often find tips for post-hurricane in backpacking videos.
Hahah! I did bring knitting on your last backpack. 😂 This time, I left it in the car. Oh, post-hurricane tips? I’m so curious, like what? And thank you for watching. :)
Sorry, I called Dot a he!😮
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Pay attention to your dog.
Hahaha you really have no idea 😂