Backpacking + Camping PACKING GUIDE | Tips & Essentials!

[@heynadine]

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[@SmokeystarOriginal]

Where did you get the pots that can stack like that to create a lid?

[@q-tip4723]

I personally use First Strike Rations (FSRs) for food. They have 3 meals is a pack (2,900 calories). I recommend them, but only for weekend trips.

[@sadworm9538]

As a Scottish person I must admit everyone in Scotland is basically that guy. Not giving a shit and always eating biscuits 😂

[@thomasmccombie5085]

Correct

[@cameron8619]

Biscuit

[@VajraSky]

Give the lad a break he's been hanging around a Canadian a lot.

[@borktheswedishchef1190]

@Jenn Hughes eeh.. no.. he sounds scottish af^^ you do know all scottish people dont have the heavy fuckign accent right?

[@MUZA1875]

@Jenn Hughes nah his accent is normal. Not all accents are Glaswegian.

[@Thomas-gs3gv]

I like that this guy doesn’t have a gadget for everything. He’s just like yeah this is my bowl it’s a bowl and this is my spoon. Idrc it’s backpacking lol

[@mariacferrer1242]

Aamey Playz I don’t think so

[@hungryhughes1916]

@@mariacferrer1242 ?

[@SmokeystarOriginal]

So essentially: -backpack with good straps, have a waterproof cover for it *SLEEPING GEAR* -lightweight, waterproof tent -sleeping mat -sleeping bag rated for extremely cold weather *FOOD* -gas powered stove top, REMEMBER LIGHTER -Cooking pot with a metal lid -bowl, cup, utensils -warm breakfast food -snack bars for lunch -Trail mix, dried fruits and nuts -MREs or dehydrated food that you add water to cook for dinner -Water purifying tablets, or life straw water bottle -Water pack *CLOTHING* -Hiking boots, BREAK THEM IN -BEFORE THE TRIP -Lots of socks, probably 1 pair for every day +1-2 extra -Thermal undergarments -Underwear, bottoms should probably have a pair for each day cuz we don't need y'all getting swamp ass out here -shorts/comfy pants depending on weather -(females only) Sports bras (probably like 2-3 for a week of camping) -T-shirts -Warm, Waterproof jacket -Warm hat like a balaclava or beanie -Gloves *FIRST AID KIT* -medical tape -antiseptic wipes -tweezers -scissors -Epipen -Inhaler if necessary *MISC* -Phone, charger and a good battery pack -Waterproof speakers or headphones -Save some maps to your phone but print a backup -flashlight that can dual purpose as a lantern, either rechargeable via USB or pack extra batteries -head torch -Sunscreen -Wilderness wipes or biodegradable soap -Tissue paper -Hand sanitizer -Toothbrush, toothpaste -Possibly a sleep mask depending on sunrise and sunset times in your location -quick drying microfiber towel *If anyone wants to link some of the stuff on amazon in the replies please do

[@24hours7days4]

SmokeystarOriginal can you link a good backpack (low price) and hiking boots in kids

[@SmokeystarOriginal]

@@24hours7days4 I cant really say on the backpack itself because everyone is built different, but as far as boots go I highly recommend anything from Keen if you can afford it. They sell ones that are completely waterproof up to 2.5~ inches deep and very comfortable to wear.

[@LW4816]

What about things for protection against wild animals?

[@EliRowe22]

How are you going to have a backpacking list without a multi tool, hatchet, or pocket knife.

[@timothymichael6549]

Here's a tip: soak your oats overnight in a pot and all you have to do is heat it up in the morning! Good way to save fuel and time.

[@chipcatz]

Thanks! Using this info for my camping trip tomorrow

[@Ella-ps8hr]

Thank you!

[@KingCrabGaming1]

@@chipcatz how did soaking it go?

[@nursewhitman1]

How do you heat it up? What do you pack it in?

[@godSPARDA1995]

Well damn!!! Thanks!

[@katssketches1118]

Allergic to feather, peanuts and you have asthma? If you can backpack, so can I!! Great video guy's x

[@laurenwhite7171]

Kailey Stolte it’s a British thing

[@elijah3264]

Lauren White I think x means like kiss idk

[@MrNight-dg1ug]

@@elijah3264 spot on

[@shivamchoudhary613]

Lol i love this guy He's like yeah that's my spoon That's everything 😹

[@WanderfulRevolution]

We love backpacking! We thought you did a great job with this video. Very helpful for everyone trying to learn the basics and prepare. We just got back a month ago from a 1-month hike on the Camino de Santiago in Spain. Looking forward to getting out and doing some more backpacking this summer.

[@johnellis4129]

"HH2000" refers to the Hydrostatic Head 2000 rating of the material meaning it's water repellent rating. In short the better the rating the stronger the rain storm it can guard you against.

[@DanBellPhotography]

Good fun filming this one, hope this helps some folk with what to pack 🙂💪

[@Bruce6001]

Lots of good advice and ideas, I learned that I have plenty of gear but my pack is way to small, cool to see how much fits into your pack, how much does your pack weigh in this video?

[@DanBellPhotography]

not sure actually, mines usually too heavy with camera stuff (tripods, lenses, batteries) if your not filming its alot easier to cut down the weight

[@DanBellPhotography]

can now confirm around about 15kg

[@lostvalentine8225]

Dan Bell I just don’t know how to pack it all.

[@asuna993]

Hello ! Don't know if you will reply or not. Does your tent have a floor ? If so what is it

[@StarEssences]

I am getting into bike touring which is cycling with your camping gear; some tips for you guys; on your cooking ware look into getting food graded stainless steel camp cookware (it is safer for your health). Ground tarps (which come in a variety of sizes) weigh next to nothing and will help to protect your tent from the ground.

[@GypsyGirl317]

Here in New Zealand we can get slightly scented plastic bags for baby nappies - they would be great for the toilet paper! 😁

[@joeyluzio5266]

Take a shot every time he says "wee"

[@DanBellPhotography]

hahaha

[@ap1986]

Look man, I have things to do today lol

[@hannahtucker4694]

I would die

[@jenniferstutorials6761]

I'd be overdosed with drunkeness 😂 that doesn't even make sense 😂

[@Serhildan000]

When does he say it? I can't hear it

[@darkphoenix1756]

I love watching these videos because I’m a motorbike camper and am always looking for a way to pack smaller

[@J-Sebs]

I've never heard the word *Wee* used so many times in 30 minutes! 😂

[@kianfox7811]

QuebecOriginal make a 4 year old drink a litre of water

[@patrynia7060]

Im not sure if you know this but 'wee' means 'little' in Scottish :)

[@Treyccarl]

us americans say like just as much!

[@lydiac.4191]

Actually it’s 29:12 But yeah.. 😂😂😂😂

[@nheeren1]

@@lydiac.4191 Mine is only 29:11. You got an extra second.

[@leac7326]

I went on a 1 night hiking trip with school when I was in year 8. We hiked for 6 hours to a cabin and it was probably the most challenging thing i had done in my life, but I thoroughly enjoyed it, and it was definitely worth the hike! Great video Nadine, it was very helpful and now I want to go camping again!

[@pinkstarshooter8]

This is so helpful! Me and my best friend love hiking and camping but wanted to do both at the same time and didn't know how to pack light enough for the two of us.

[@hikers-club2468]

This deserves way more attention, truly a masterpiece. Keep up with the good work and lets make hiking great again 🏔👍🏼

[@rmw090]

I’d recommend snake bite kit, first aid kit, extra lighters, flint, matches, and an emergency phone that texts through radio waves for emergency purposes

[@stfi]

Hey Nadine, first of all I love your videos! I watched a few of them in a short period of time, I just subscribed in the last couple of days. I was wondering if you could do a video about brands you like. Like what brand do you prefer for hiking socks, sleeping mat, sleeping bag, etc. There is so much brand nowadays it's hard to know which is better. Keep up the good work and hope you enjoy your time in Scotland!

[@stfi]

Jeanne Lachatte sympa

[@grahamjones6712]

Another tip with your mobile phone if you do use it for something like listening to music/look at offline maps or whatever when you have no signal put your phone in airplane mode to make it stop searching for towers as this really drains yout battery.

[@blackpager]

I'm gonna do my first backpacking camping in a few days. Wish me luck. I'm so excited!

[@MyKIDROBOT369]

How was your trip? :)

[@Roxie9x9Knox]

This is just the video I need. My boyfriend and I are going on camping through Iceland so this is super helpful as is my first camping trip ever. Thanks Nadine! Wish me luck

[@benjamin-sch]

Does Dan have another channel? There is sadly no videos on the one that is linked, and I would love to see more from him.

[@FeliciaFollum]

My husband and I use a 3 person tent and keep our stuff inside too. He is really tall and hates 2 person tents lol but it works.

[@davemaxa5263]

Hip straps/pads are important, shoulder straps can be loosened to let the pack rest on your hips to give your shoulders a rest.

[@FeliciaFollum]

I grew up in South Dakota and went to college in WYO lol many below zero camping nights...And yes pad and sleeping bag are essential ❤️❤️❤️

[@snubby1231]

So dak gaaaang

[@MobsterStarters]

lots of gold nuggets in this video. I havent went backpacking yet, this makes me excited!

[@bellawhite2924]

You guys are awesome. I've been backpacking for years. I am setting off to backpack soon with my son who is now 33. We plan to pack the North Shore of Tahoe. Thanks for making this cool video. You can always learn something new from everyone.

[@jasoncalaz1476]

Nice video. I usually take a fero rod and striker. They will light in the wind and rain.

[@karmyskan6730]

"This is mah crib."

[@mr.theoctopus2450]

Welcome to mah Crab

[@carmencarrion8996]

This guy has a good kit for camping/hiking/backpacking

[@sharonelopre5346]

Mountain house have really good dry food! Give it a try

[@MyraHart1943]

Great video! I appreciate how in-depth it is!

[@CysMix1]

I always pack double food than Im staying out just in case something happens and you get stuck

[@chantaltoso5653]

Hello-- Where would i get one of those one person tents? With the single bar. Looks so convenient.

[@sergeantcrow]

Weight ! Dry Vs wet if going up high ! Plenty of water in the Irish/Scottish mountains.. On budget I am happy that my 2 to 3 night kit including food is approx 12 kg.. once it gets colder it will be a little more..

[@brenttesterman1198]

Wee wee wee, all the way home! Informative and entertaining, thanks, guys. Peace

[@nightowl7052]

Have you ever tried Mountain House dehydrated meals, they are from a company in the United States? The selection is awesome and it tastes GREAT AND HAS A 30 Year shelf life!! They have Breakfast meals like Granola with dried blueberries and powdered milk, breakfast skillet meals, which if you bring some floured tortillas you can make breakfast burritos! The have Spaghetti, Lasagna, chicken and dumplings, chili mac, beef stroganoff etc...also in the states while camping/hiking usually carry a small hand shovel to dig a hole, go to the bathroom use biodegradable TP, and cover hole, is that not allowed in Scotland??

[@therealbaconator6657]

Super late comment, when carrying your portable charger, an idea is to remove the cable from it as to not break it off during hiking! Awesome video, Cheers.

[@IronFreee]

Nice video. The main things you want to spend money are: your shoes, your pack and your sleeping system. As long as you are warm and don't get hurt by your shoes or a bad pack you can keep going. I like to take a compressible or inflatable pillow as a luxury item (I sleep much better with it)

[@Catscratch241]

I'm going backpacking and hikinh for 3 weeks for the first time! SOO EXCITED!

[@theyonderway3122]

Great guide, thanks very much! We've done a good few trips now, so starting to get our pack nailed down, but its always good to gather a few extra tips - especially about the cook kit and food which is the next things we're going to take a look at in our kit. Who knew Garibaldi biscuits were the solution! 😂

[@cavemandancer]

good tip w/ trail mix with chocolate. took it then it melted then it got cold and we had a giant bar to break of the rest of the trip.

[@maryestherordonez8727]

HELLO... I thing the mosquito repellent is a very important as a sun cream too. Good information guys.

[@あさぎりあや]

That fun moment he says 'this package expire in.. 2020! so 2 years from now' and you realise that you didnt go out in so long due to covid, that you end up watching old videos of people outside..

[@gregoryengfer6434]

Hi I have never been backpacking but have gear. Looking for good ideas. Your video was awesome

[@emmapaignton4765]

We used to go camping as a family regularly when we younger. However, since then I've forgotten what to take that is important and leisurely

[@gavsadventuresexplorations7098]

Thank you for the video, I'm planning my first wild camp tomorrow in the Lakes so I'm checking a few videos to see what everyone's taking.

[@005connect9]

Military MRE are able to be found easy and purchased cheap and they ain’t half bad! Find them all over the states

[@miltonlegendre2024]

I backpacked with a guy who brought bananas, but packed them outside his pack. I like to bring boiled eggs for breakfast. Most cooked items will last 3 to 4 days in cool to cold weather. Best thing to do is experiment at home, like single serving spam, salmon, quick cook items such as pasta. Your meal is limited to your imagination and weight you can carry. In bear country I don't bring smelly things such as spam, sardines, or salmon; unless you want to bait a bear.

[@jadesjourneytomcgill]

Thank you so much for this video ! I’m going on a road trip in Scotland and we’re going to do camping so I’m really excited 😆

[@gabriellegarcia1957]

Are cooler sleeping bags used when it’s hot or does it not really have an effect?

[@nirmalasingh7677]

I had such a big med kit ( bout 20 items, but about the size of your tissue pack. As an asthmatic, I had 2 emergency doses of prednisone steroids, 10 pills per dose ( approved by my gp and ER docs)........ good for sudden attacks due to allergic irritations. Never had to use the, pack fresh batches every 2 years. I have heard of private groups that took out people for hikes and someone died from asthmatic attack.

[@ColinRutherfordFilms]

Always learn something new watching another packing list!!

[@debbiemeyer7666]

I have the same pack as you, Nadine! I love how mine has a daypack, too! We've got all new and lightest gear, but had to postpone our trips since Nov 2018, because I fell down a whole flight of stairs in the dark and rolled end over end the last 5 steps, hitting my neck on the edge of each stair...thought id broke it, but finally got mri last week May 2019) and have severe muscle spasms in my neck and shoulders. I can't wait to heal so I can use our new gear. My hubby has the Osprey 85 and we also each have bear boxes for the mtns, where we usually camp, but we hate that they take up so much room. Happy hiking!

[@il4o]

fun fact...it's easier for your body to actually process cold food than warm food...especially when it comes to complex carbs such as oats:)

[@prndrmamii]

I would have been interested to see a list of links of some items you have shown like that flashlight that also works as a mini lantern, your tents, sleeping bags etc etc.

[@RochelleLJones]

thanks for the video, it helped a lot adding to my 'what I need to bring' list. Noob here! lol so learning with each video and travel. Thanks again for showing it.

[@Chanakan.y]

Thank you for your camping knowledge.💕🍃

[@gganu1234]

great video...i was also hoping you would show strategy how you pack your backpacks, instead of just the full backpack....keep up the great work

[@bilingualoutdoorsnaturegre9602]

Very important work and information, thank you for sharing.

[@pinkmagicali]

Tip: try those camping foods before you leave so you know which ones you want. Some are quite good some are dreadful. Also you really have to stir them thoroughly and make sure you get all the powder out of the folds in the packet. Is there any place that doesn’t have ticks? I hate ticks!

[@nadinelamoureux08]

Wow I have to say your channel was meant to be seen by me! Hopefully doing my first backpacking hike this summer and your channel popped up in my feed! Hey Nadine!

[@ellyngl]

In America we call torches a flashlight. I was so confused for a second there thinking you guys were gonna pull out one of those small butane torches that cooks the top of a creme brûlée 😂

[@emmapaignton4765]

its the hydrostatic head which is the figure which is higher is more waterporoof. The Argos cheap ones have 800mm but a tresspass one might have 3000mm

[@Pexzee]

I have a leaky tent, not very warm sleeping bag, thin roll mat, and not at all waterproof shoes or clothes and I'll be spending the weekend in cold, wind, and rain. I just survived a week with the same gear but it wasn't very rainy. (Last week was basicly a roadtrip and the weekend will be at a cottage so no hiking -just miserable nights (except there will be sauna and beer))

[@carlosnicolas8688]

very nice video, very well worked out. lovely to watch and very instructive guys :)

[@koreansafari482]

I did subscribe your channel , It is very usefull for me as I am traveling in Korea wild nature . I am looking forward your next video!!

[@Mikayla_Games24]

I'm supposed to be going camping in a about a month or two from now. We are waiting for the end of August. We are going to Mineral Wells State Park in Texas.

[@mp747]

my favourite backpacking gear teardown video :DDD

[@laurenwilson2219]

This is my favourite video you've done in awhile!! This and your Torres del Paine videos are the best ones, you should do more camping style treks 😊

[@laurenwilson2219]

Also I normally just use one of the smaller North Face duffle packs, but you've convinced me to look into the Osprey women's packs, I didn't realise they did ones especially for a female frame, so thank you!!

[@riverstyx7251]

This is why I love backpacking. “This is our kitchen. It’s a rock.” “It’s a pretty solid rock-” “Multipurpose rock”

[@MrManthalete]

Yeah, I love the Tom Misch shirt!

[@EddieNaturalSista]

Great Video!!! I would have love if there was a links of where you purchased your backpack, tents, sleeping bags etc.

[@aarvi_]

dan is wearing a misch shirt and that makes me real happy

[@DanBellPhotography]

Aarvi Thadeshwar Tom Misch is the man

[@aarvi_]

Dan Bell no doubt no doubt no doubt! I'd give anything for beat tape merch lol

[@TainoXtreme]

Good video. Very nice personality. I enjoyed the entire description of your backpacks content, advice and experiences. How much your backpack load weights including food and everything? Thank you so much for sharing in this video. God bless you.

[@fadilxheka1232]

Great vid. Had to give a thumbs up. It would have been good to show how to pack in all items in bag.

[@RoooyceTV]

whats the name of ur plate? i like it pls reply

[@Denniisboi]

Im doing my first camping / backing trip tomorrow :)

[@trailguyw9271]

I believe there are a lot of improvements you can make to your set up like changing the big three to be smaller and lighter but overall a good start

[@Xanophobic]

Thanks for making this video ... Really was helpful... Love the positive vibe...

[@DanBellPhotography]

:)

[@sw0mpy]

3 kg 2 person tent? Where did you get that beast?

[@propergander8509]

Hey Nadine, your videos haven't been showing up in my subscriptions feed for a while anymore and I only see them when they randomly pop up on my recommended page or when I actively think of your channel and watch the multiple videos I missed thus far. Maybe something to contact youtube about?

[@heynadine]

:( youtube doesn’t do anything. I honesty think my channel is just broken and sub boxes for me haven’t worked in a long time. Thank you for still coming in and checking up on me ❤️ it means a lot ! Also, if anyone else notices that as well please let me know in the comments since that what KZbin wants to even look into it “proof”

[@janethpadernal8951]

Hi, what is the brand of your backpack? And where can i buy it women backpack like yours?:) thanks

Makeup and camping, couldn’t be anymore wrong

[@renlauliving]

Love the dudes shirt. Tom Misch is the man!! Nice video too!

[@DanBellPhotography]

agreed

[@jamesron5625]

The guy is such a fookin mood.

[@julia.geraldes7]

Wow his accent is lovely.

[@PeterPeadar]

Tell @DanBell to add some content to his page. I'd love to see more of his videos as well as yours.

[@outdoorsywannabe1888]

I plan to dehydrate my apples and bananas for snacks. Cook my meals the dehydrate it to preserve. Then when ready to eat it i’ll just pour hot water in it.

[@jenocean824]

I have the same Osprey Ariel 65 pack, I love it!

[@coleyonthemove3181]

love this video! i really want to buy those portable dishes!

[@watchyoup8129]

i have a little tip its the app maps.my it works off line and its free and it haves al the roads on it for walking

[@juhluwandeman102]

I like that fleeces mutch what brand is it off?

[@hippiehobbit1524]

Very helpful video! I went on a pelgrimage to Santiago de Compostella, so I slept in hostels but I am planning to go on little camping trips this summer :)

[@markperry4474]

Trail mix. People use chocolate chips made for baking cookies. They won't melt.

[@jesaann93]

Just what I wanted to see! Want to go camping soon.

[@heynadine]

nice! where will you go?

[@jesaann93]

Hey Nadine Colorado. Taking a solo road trip up there near the end of summer. Going to visit a friend and hopefully go camping at least one of the nights I’m there!

[@jessicab9989]

this is so incredibly helpful! i literally took notes haha thanks so much!

[@DanBellPhotography]

J Bobek nice one : )

[@godfreeyouth88]

Tent: 3kg - that's my base weight incl. a tent for temperatures beneath 0C. Have fun carrying your stuff!