HIKING GEAR For 10 Days on the Wonderland Trail | Backpacking Mount Rainier National Park

[@TheHungryHiker]

Here's all of the hiking gear I brought with me for my 10-day hike along the Wonderland Trail in Mount Rainier National Park! Tell me in the comments below, what's your favorite piece of gear you can't go backpacking without?

[@NikNak.342.]

I love how detailed you are!

[@TheHungryHiker]

Thank you! 😊

[@tarawilliams6041]

I love your videos. Lots of information without too much chit chat. I also loved the text on screen so I could take a screen shot. I’m thinking about switching my hydration bladder out too!

[@TheHungryHiker]

Glad you're enjoying my videos. Thanks for watching!

[@hikingmule]

Another fantastic review, thanks! I also use a one person tent but it's a trekking pole one so it takes a little space for the lines. The simplicity of it's nice, but having one like yours is very tempting.

[@TheHungryHiker]

I thought about switching to an ultralight trekking pole tent, but since I knew I would be doing the Wonderland this year and remembering how small the tent sites were, I decided to go with this smaller, more convenient set up that didn't require me having to stake out the tent in order to set it up. If I were thru-hiking the PCT, I'd definitely consider a trekking pole tent because there are many more tentsite options along the PCT.

[@a.ramosakadrumgrl6677]

I’ve been looking at tents lately and I’m deciding to get a one or two person tent. I was just wondering how tall you are, that you had so much room in your one person tent to fit your pack inside your tent and slept comfortable?? Thanks for your great videos!!

[@TheHungryHiker]

I’m 5’7 😀

[@a.ramosakadrumgrl6677]

@@TheHungryHiker Thank you!! I’m only 5’ 4”

[@mmcookieicecream3384]

@@a.ramosakadrumgrl6677 I have the 2 person version of the same tent and it’s good but there’s a lighter and less expensive tent made by the same company and it’s called the big Agnes fly creek. It’s a good tent but it’s not as roomy, has only one entry, and it’s not as sturdy in heavy wind but that’s the price you pay for a lighter tent. The copper spur tent is an all around good tent and I’ve used it for backpacking and car camping.

[@a.ramosakadrumgrl6677]

@@mmcookieicecream3384 Thanks!

[@chobichiii]

Hi! I’m doing the wonderland trail this summer and it is going to be the first time I’m going to be in the wilderness for so long (12 days). My main concern right now is to be able to charge my inreach and my phone (camera). I also have an iPhone 12. I was trying to find out what kind of power bank you used but the link is broken. Would you share the specs of yours? (Amperage, watts etc). And how many times were you able to charge your equipment with it thank you!

[@nat.in.nature]

That dress is too cute!!

[@TheHungryHiker]

I LIVE in my Melly, both on and off trail. ❤️

[@Karen-dq8nw]

What is the giant knife for? If you're hanging your food, can't you use a regular waterproof bag instead of a bear bag? Thanks for the video.

[@TheHungryHiker]

A knife can be used for all kinds of things. I typically use it to cut cheese when out on trail. As for hanging your food, it depends on how you hang it. Sometimes when not hung properly in a tree, bears can still get to the food, so it's probably always a good idea to pack your food in a bear-proof bag.

[@smileyjoe]

Thanks for sharing, I enjoyed watching all your videos from the trip. Looked like a good one! I love my EE quilt too, although mines probably not as warm (20d, no draft collar)! Did you wear your stocking cap at night or go with an insulated hood? One thing I learned this summer that I liked was instead of a butt pad using a gossamer gear thin-light foam pad cut down to torso length. Its longer so you can lay down and do yoga, although I'm not sure if it would keep you dry on wet ground. Lastly, do you have any resources for beginners looking to vlog their hikes like you? Thanks again

[@TheHungryHiker]

I actually haven't needed to wear any type of hood at night while sleeping out on trail. My sleep system has been warm enough that I haven't needed one yet. As for vlogging tips, I haven't made any videos showing how I put together my videos, but if there's enough interest, I might put together a few videos in the future. For vlogging tips, I just follow my favorite bloggers to get shot ideas for my outdoor adventures and lots and lots of trial and error. Hope that helps!

[@reelisticoutdoors4358]

Great review . And very purdy

[@TheHungryHiker]

Glad you enjoyed the video. The Wonderland Trail is very pretty. Highly recommend hiking this one if you get the chance.

[@scottlovell7801]

Great video as always. One question is there a reason for carrying 2 knives, especially the large one. Thanks.

[@TheHungryHiker]

Having a knife is part of the 10 essentials. You could use it for a wide variety of things. I mainly use mine to cut my cheese. 😀

[@SpamMusubi308]

Ohhh a look at the loadout cool looking forward to this!

[@TheHungryHiker]

Yay! Enjoy the video!

[@tomalexander4584]

Absolutely loving your videos! Yours are by far my fave!

[@TheHungryHiker]

Wow, thank you!

[@tomalexander4584]

@@TheHungryHiker of course! Have a great weekend!

[@jamesholloway2284]

Thanks for sharing your great content 👍

[@TheHungryHiker]

Yay! You’re very welcome.

[@SpamMusubi308]

Nice now I can play it back at half-speed for easier note-taking 😁👍 wow 3 days of rain! too hardcore 😆🤣🤣

[@TheHungryHiker]

That’s the PNW for ya. The sunny, warm days are a luxury here. 😀

[@AllensAdventures]

Thanks for sharing!

[@TheHungryHiker]

Thanks for watching!

[@suecox8355]

Thanks 🦋❤

[@TheHungryHiker]

You're welcome!

[@christelcharlesworth5443]

Great video!! How did you like the switch out from hydration bladder/fast fill to smart water bottle? I am thinking the doing the same after bad tasting hydration bladder water and dirty hoses and mouth piece!

[@TheHungryHiker]

I love the new switch! I don't miss the weight of the bladder and love the ease of being able to see exactly how much water I have with me at all times.

[@donalddunn5442]

Great vlog.

[@TheHungryHiker]

Thanks!

[@vintagegal7376]

Your hike looked awesome and I really love following along with your trips and your videos are super informative. Apologies if I missed it , but besides the knife in your fanny pack and your swiss army knife in your tool kit did you mention bringing any other safety gear?

[@TheHungryHiker]

Thanks! Besides a knife and/or a Swiss Army knife and my 10 essentials, what other “safety” gear would you think I’d need for this hike?

[@hikingfool1]

Hi Kathleen. How would I go about getting a couple of your stickers? Thanks Tim C.

[@TheHungryHiker]

You can either, (A) Say hello to me on trail and give me a high five OR (B) become one of my Patrons. All Exclusive Content Patrons get The Hungry Hiker stickers mailed to them personally by ME. Here are the details: www.patreon.com/TheHungryHiker

[@hikingfool1]

@@TheHungryHiker thanks. It would be nice to meet on trail, however my backyard is The Great Smoky Mountains. I’ll check the patron link. Tim C. 😁👍

[@piyushpanwar9507]

Thanks!

[@piyushpanwar9507]

I am planning to do the wonderland trail this year and your channel is super helpful, so thank you!

[@TheHungryHiker]

Thank you! :)

[@susanwillis1143]

Love your videos!

[@TheHungryHiker]

Thank you!

[@WannaKamaka]

Did the hot water kind of melt your plastic ziplock bag?

[@TheHungryHiker]

Nope! This is why you’ll want to use the freezer bags instead of the regular Ziplock bags.

[@rachelgreenley9997]

So helpful! Thank you, Kathleen. I particularly have been rethinking my water approach (I carry so much!) and your tips will help. Appreciate it.

[@TheHungryHiker]

Glad it was helpful!

[@JaredandTasha]

How do u like the cocoon mummy silk liner?

[@TheHungryHiker]

I love it! I’ve been using one since my PCT thru-hike in 2018.

[@theoutdoordogandhikinggirl]

I would love to have a stash, but it is so expensive here 😔 in dollars it costs more than 200 dollars ..... But maybe one day I will be able to.

[@TheHungryHiker]

Yikes! That is expensive!!

[@harrydunne4364]

Oh my God. I asked about the poop emoji bag in another video lol. I'm all set now. Please never discuss again haha.

[@TheHungryHiker]

Everyone poops. This won't be the last time we talk about poop on this KZbin Channel. Sorry, not sorry!

[@jerrymiller2332]

Thumbs up...........

[@TheHungryHiker]

Thanks Jerry!

[@tracykooken2606]

Hello Kathleen:) I'd like to ask how tall you are ?? I like the Copper Spur series... the 1p tent i have now is a 1p StratoSpire by Tarptent. Its strong lite enuf but not a Big Agnes!! No,no room for gear inside !!!!!!! Orr pockets. But in your vid I see ur packet the foot..... can u really sleep in it like that ??? R u scrunched up ?. I'm 5' 7"... u look to b that maybe 1" more ??? I feel like going BACK to a 2 man so I can spread my gear.... cook " indoors " if need b. Obviously you like ur tent... thus the question about how tall you are??? Any. Thots u share R appreciated !!!! Ps... Lord it is gorgeous out there !!!!! U r blessed :)😃

[@TheHungryHiker]

I'm 5'7 and yes I sleep comfortably and fully stretched out in my tent with my pack at my feet.

[@desertlifeforlife6530]

I'm watching all of these out of order for some reason 🥄✨👍🏽

[@TheHungryHiker]

I think you’ll get the gist for the trip, even with watching them out of order. 😀