My gear ready to pack

Warm wool blend, strong socks are a must!

Two pair of hiking pants. One that converted into shorts, the other cotton blend for best comfort.

Cool, breathable shirts that easily wash in the sink that quickly dry.

After two years of planning, the day has finally arrived to pack all our gear. Our flight departs bright and early in the morning of April 26th, 2016. I’m trying to pack as lightly as I can, with these essential items we’ve collected over the past two years.

The main essential items I’m bringing are the footwear. The breathable, waterproof hiking boots that I’ve been breaking in the past 3 months and a pair of trail runner shoes, super lightweight and comfortable for use on dry trails. Also important, the Osprey backpack , which will be connected to me for 5 weeks. Because we’re trekking in spring, a waterproof overcoat and pants. They compact easily into the bottom of the backpack. Two pair of good hiking socks with extra padding (they can easily wash in a sink and dry within hours). I am bringing 4 pair of washable travel underwear made by ExOfficio. Two pair of light weight hiking pants, one of which converts to shorts. and two pair of extra, lightweight shortsFor every day, I have 5 stay dry t-shirts to quick wash and dry with soap in bathroom sinks. One sweatshirt and a compacting down jacket that I can quickly bring out, if needed. Also coming with us, a blister repair kit, first aid kit, a sun hat and plenty of sunscreen. Everything we are taking was chosen to keep things as light and limited as possible