Backpacking & Camping Tips : How Should a Hiking Backpack Fit?


A hiking backpack should fit according to the size of the pack and the size of the person, as each strap should fit snugly across the appropriate parts of the body. Find a pack that straps across the hips, chest and shoulders with helpful information from a backpacking and hiking guide in this free video on exploring the outdoors. Expert: Nicole Pyke Bio: Nicole Pyke is an experienced backpacking and hiking guide, leading primarily high school students on week-long backcountry trips. Filmmaker: Eli Pyke

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Backpacking Tips for Beginners: How to Backpack : Backpacking Gear Checklist of the Most Important Backpacking Gear


Learn the most important backpacking gear to use for long hikes or camping in this free video.

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Packing a Backpack

Packing a backpack is not rocket science but it does require some attention to details if you want to avoid minor frustrations like having to stop and dig something out of the bottom of the pack.

While there are some variable to consider like climate, duration of your trip, type of backpack you own and a few others, there are some basic principals for packing a backpack that you can adapt to practically any situation.

First, pack for comfort. One factor that greatly affects your level of comfort while backpacking is the weight distribution of your gear. Basically, you want the heavier gear in the middle of your pack. Also, make sure the total weight of the backpack is evenly distributed on each side.

Second, pack for accessibility. Make sure that the items you need more often are easier to get to. A good plan is to pack in layers starting on the bottom with your sleeping bag, followed by your tent, then your bedroll, cooking gear, toiletries, first aid kit and, finally, food.

Your clothes can be packed according to the need to balance the weight of your gear. If the heavy equipment is too far down, add some clothes underneath it, otherwise, place your clothes on top.

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How to Choose a Dog Backpack

Backpacking with your dog can be a wonderful experience. Whether you are going for a long summer hike or for an evening stroll around your local park, your dog should not be without a their own dog backpack.

Dog backpacks are increasingly popular as more and more owners take their pets for walks with their dog able to carry their own stuff. As a result there are hundreds of dog backpacks on the market, so how do you go about choosing the right one? Firstly you need to determine which type of pack your dog needs.

If you are going on a walk around your neighbourhood, your dog will need a different pack to if you were going on a three-day excursion or camping trip.

If you are simply planning a long walk around your local area than a lightweight pack with enough room to carry your dog’s water dish would suffice. However, if you are planning a long hike in the countryside you will need a pack that is more durable with padding, even storage areas and reinforced seams.

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