Hey friends! Miranda here. I hope you liked this video - it was a really fun one to make, but there's just SO MUCH information, so I'm sure I missed something! What do you think? Any big planning steps you'd add to this? Comment below!
@PCL733143 жыл бұрын
Excellent overview - Best tip is that "the trail is always going to be there" -- so true. That's what I say when I hike in elevation esp when the weather is up in the air. I plan on backpacking somewhere close / short - thanks Miranda!
@JimBridgerHarney3 жыл бұрын
Not bad at all. I usually like to tell people to stay warm, hydrated, and found. If you can do those things, and in that order, you’ll have an awfully hard time finding a way to die out there.
@brushemteeth91593 жыл бұрын
10:00 - HUGE dissent! If you go somewhere with no cellphone service, you MUST bring a satellite telephone or emergency GPS tracker! If you can't afford to buy or rent one, go somewhere with cellphone service.
@nzlndr003 жыл бұрын
I like to tell people they can basecamp backpack, or do longer trails/trips/through hikes with a few different camp spots. Also, many of my friends have dogs so we are usually checking whether dogs are allowed on some of the trips we do. Also, a big one for me is to be considerate of the rest of the folks in your group. If you split up to do day hikes separately, be back before dark and don’t go on unmarked trails if you have no way to communicate with the rest of your party. I have a couple friends who joined me on a backpacking trip in an alpine wilderness area that weren’t considerate to the rest of us, who scared the shit out of us because we had no idea where they were/if they were ok (until midnight when they returned), that I don’t invite to backpacking trips anymore.
@lauriesax46593 жыл бұрын
This was so good! Another tip I have is go on a few guided trips first. So much can be learned from a good guide, from recipes, to first aid, to pacing yourself, choosing a trail, on and on and on!
@willemvanuijen3 жыл бұрын
Extra tip: Be flexible with your plan. Maybe you've made a plan to hike 20 miles in a day and after 10 miles you twist an ankle. Don't limp for 10 miles. Be flexible, don't rush. Do the amount of miles that feel right at the time. Same applies to maybe meeting people you want to hang out with, or an amazing waterfall or swimming pond you find next to the trail. It's not about the miles, it's about smiles. Dive in and have fun. Just make sure you have enough food and water to make it to safety, but other than that just try to enjoy the moment as much as you can. You're not at work, you don't have to hike 1000 miles if you'd rather be swimming today.
@WAltws-wh9do3 жыл бұрын
Yeah buddy. I always hate it when my foot or leg fall off and I have to cut a trip short by a week. Burp
@bob_the_bomb45083 жыл бұрын
^ This. 100%
@patriksaastad7243 жыл бұрын
In Norway we have a tradition of greeting other hikers when crossing paths in the backcountry. I quite like this, as it for some reason only counts when on trail. In any other situation you do your absolute best to ignore everyone. Eye contact means death.
@Scor-ah3 жыл бұрын
As a woman who drove truck alone all over North America for 20 years, I disagree I have always looked strangers in the eye and said hello with confidence. I find this is a great deterrent to any further action
@alexandersnider7343 жыл бұрын
Welcome to Seattle
@mrpimpsoda13 жыл бұрын
Why does eye contact mean death? Asking from the US
@ksyushaxd3 жыл бұрын
same in Russia!
@patriksaastad7243 жыл бұрын
@@mrpimpsoda1 In Norway you keep your eyes to yourself, especially in public spaces. But if you go outside the city, hiking for instance, it is proper courtesy to greet the people that cross your path. In regards to the “death” part, that’s just a figure of speech.
@AndrewB4163 жыл бұрын
Yes officer I am sure it was Miranda. She let out a glorious trumpet of a belch while I passed her on the trail and that was the last time I saw her.
@Scor-ah3 жыл бұрын
lol
@melissarobinson96183 жыл бұрын
As a solo lady like Miranda I have always been told "be careful! don't go alone! are you nuts?" So it's great to have this video to reaffirm that I'm doing the right things👍
@jeanettepugh60173 жыл бұрын
List maker, fact checker, blog reader, video consumer...research, research, research. So confident and proud on my first solo backpacking trip, I just knew I hadn’t missed a single tip or trick! Settled into my perfect tent site with my perfect tent set up, cooked my perfect meal on my perfect stove only to find I had left my perfect spork at home. Humbled forever.....😳
@he7is7at7hand2 жыл бұрын
Uuuuuhhhhh. 😔 Did you use your wood carving skills and make one?
@saraw88683 жыл бұрын
"Did you hear that ultralighters..." 🤣 Loved that at the end, thanks for the helpful info!!
@craigcalzaretta53623 жыл бұрын
I can’t believe how excited I got to see this notification.
@CrossoverGenius3 жыл бұрын
I super, super appreciated the special mention of solo lady backpackers. I’m not a socially outgoing person, so the tip about noticing people/ being noticed had never occurred to me.
@drewglucksman8533 жыл бұрын
I'd love to see how you personally store your gear/general gear storage options in the home. This is something that's often overlooked and important for ensuring the longevity of your gear (mold/mildew, sleeping bag loft, general space saving in apartments).
@chickenspy18543 жыл бұрын
My main mistake from my first solo backpacking trip was I got REALLY bored. I forgot that I'd have no one to talk to! lol Especially at night when reading a book was a bit tough. I bring a deck of cards now. You can keep yourself pretty busy with a deck of cards.
@elliemay31473 жыл бұрын
As part of share your plan, pictures of what you're wearing and carrying are helpful. Snap a selfie and send with your plan. My family giving a description to SAR.... she might be using her black pack but she also has a red one so maybe she used that one.... or her green one.....
@rockytopwrangler20693 жыл бұрын
... Love the energy of Camp Councilor Miranda ....Listen and Learn ...
@ThereGoesDan3 жыл бұрын
I literally just got home from an overnight trip like 20 min ago....it started off like this: "Oh shoot, my jacket! Eh, it's supposed to be warm tonight, I'll be fine."....I wasn't fine 🤦♀️👎
@RalphReagan3 жыл бұрын
I'm not laughing! I took my summer quilt instead of my real sleeping bag.
@ASnowyOwl3 жыл бұрын
I love how quirky, yet informative these videos are! One idea for a future video is to go over emergency preparedness (especially for hurricane/tornado season)
@HunterJE2 ай бұрын
Planning out my first backpacking trip in over a decade and my first solo backpacking trip ever and appreciate all the advice! (And nice to see that a lot of the advice aligns with parts I'd already planned, like starting with a route you know you could day hike)
@veronicamiranda11333 жыл бұрын
I'm going backpacking with my son for the 1st time next week. Super excited!
@eagle85053 жыл бұрын
How did it go
@Sheltonism3 жыл бұрын
I've had great luck using KZbin to research trails. Once I find a trail that interests me, I look to see if someone has made a KZbin video of their hike. It can REALLY help me plan my own hike! I would also recommend researching water. On some trails in areas where mining has been done, the water is NOT drinkable, even if filtered. You might need to stash some water near a road on your way to the trailhead or carry all your water.
@Shane_Conrad3 жыл бұрын
“Proper prior planning prevents piss poor performance” I will make sure to say this anytime someone is late for dinner.
@OneWeekGetAway3 жыл бұрын
It's actually an old military saying.
@vanessaward76873 жыл бұрын
I learned that in the military.
@johnfortier64183 жыл бұрын
Ahhhh yes the infamous 7p’s
@bantam7003 жыл бұрын
I've been on plenty of backpacking trips, and if I'm ever on a multiday trip that goes to plan I will be shocked. Felt in over my head plenty of times, but never in a spot where I felt like my life was in danger. Keeping calm and taking a moment to stop and think it through when things are going south are very important skills to have.
@bcase53283 жыл бұрын
Many US State Parks have backpacking camping sites. And most time the Park Staff will have suggestions for the first time backpacker if you ask them before you reserve your camping site. Yes, I would suggest a few trial runs before hiking into a camping site: overnight in your backyard, use a car-camping camp site, camp at a rural friend's land.
@salebowsadventures2933 жыл бұрын
I just discovered Miranda and love her presentation. I’m also a REI member, too! Great job!
@claudebeaudry41113 жыл бұрын
Finally a video that truly covers how to get started. So many other videos skip that very important part. Thanks, will subscribe!
@yaroslavbozhkov15673 жыл бұрын
Thank you friends! Best wishes from Ukraine. 👍👍👍
@ianrudd74423 жыл бұрын
Another brilliant video Miranda. The basics apply anywhere. Fortunately in the UK we don’t have to worry about bears.
@MikeWood3 жыл бұрын
Some good tips here which should lead to potential first time backpackers enjoying themselves more on their first times out. Also, it sounds like at 7:47 the production team place bets on whether you will Mirandaburp on camera.
@TheThomasites3 жыл бұрын
If you do get a PLB. Register it. If you are in Canada use the Canadian Beacon Registry. In the USA, use NOAA Beacon Registry.
@sabitron1233 жыл бұрын
going on my first backpacking trip tomorrow, but i decided to go all in and go to a week long one in another state. perfect time for this one lmao
@PCL733143 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the great video, I'm planning my first backpacking trip in August. I have all the gear, just scared, but this vid made me feel better!
@crystalliu24263 жыл бұрын
Base weight under 25 pounds, got it, thanks! My back pack itself is already heavy, I really concern about the base weight.
@The-Mustardman3 жыл бұрын
So nice to find this!! I actually got a permit for the JMT last week and then didn’t know what to do next lol
@autumnwishes83643 жыл бұрын
Hi Miranda! New subscriber here! Love your videos and content. Lots of great and helpful information. Btw...I just love your video intro “This is my show gosh darn”....it just makes me giggle lol
@ModernGentleman3 жыл бұрын
Me too, every time 😄
@SamPeabody3 жыл бұрын
I appreciated the sock in the car tip. I’m not a big worrier, but the old Boy Scout motto “be prepared” sticks with me. Reminds me of a time I was camping in a national park in a foreign country a long time ago. Some friendly fellow campers at the site next to us offered to bring us for a ride through the park to look at wildlife. We had no reason not to trust them, but I still left a note inside my tent saying when we left and the license plate number of the car, just in case. Everything was fine and they were just nice, generous people, but I never regretted leaving that note.
@Galactico423 жыл бұрын
I have two rain jackets. One is a serious actually-keep-me-dry in a downpour jacket that I pack if there's actually rain in the forecast. The other is a very packable lightweight thing I got an Old Navy like 20 years ago that lives in my daypack/bikebag/pack even if it's the middle of summer in the Utah desert.
@justalurkr3 жыл бұрын
Item 1: acquire a favorite day hike and become familiar with it.
@searchingforsquatchy38623 жыл бұрын
I love the tip about making eye contact with people. I have a generally friendly face (as long as I'm not hangry) and I like that people feel comfortable enough to ask me for directions if they're lost. And also tell me if they scout wildlife! Hiking in GTNP last week I got so giddy when someone told me where they saw a moose, so I was sure to pass along the information to others and it was so nice to see them get as excited as me😁 -Em
@briandoolittle34223 жыл бұрын
IM generally not nervous about danger sleeping in the backcountry at night, but I am always paranoid that every noise I hear is a mouse/squirrel/marmot eating a hole in my tent/backpack to get to a wrapper i forgot to put in my bearbag.
@johngill51753 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much. This is awesome and exactly what we needed!!! So proud to be a member!
@jasonkarimy87843 жыл бұрын
Yesssss! She made the video I’ve been waiting for!! Thank you, Miranda!!!
@titanpreparedness3 жыл бұрын
Pick a trail and check for water sources. My first trip there was no water till miles in. Would have been nice to know prior to starting
@jasonbabila60063 жыл бұрын
I prefer backpacking in April, May, early June, and October, not as hot during those months and it's perfect for multiple days camping east of the Cascades.
@javvycoffee3 жыл бұрын
Awesome tips, Miranda! 👏
@aurtisanminer28272 жыл бұрын
That dirty sock trick is a pretty good idea.
@leahterry79653 жыл бұрын
This is just the information/video I needed! Thank you!
@austinkopp98113 жыл бұрын
12:54 why did you have to attack me like that lol
@johnhikesss3 жыл бұрын
I was thinking the same thing
@rei3 жыл бұрын
🙃 love you, ultralighters - Miranda
@johnhikesss3 жыл бұрын
Miranda replied ♥️
@MamaEvaUSA3 жыл бұрын
“Pick a trail you are familiar with...” just moved to a new country and am not familiar with anything 😳🤪🤣 Adventure!!!
@RalphReagan3 жыл бұрын
I'm at the getting checked out at the doctor's office tomorrow. I hope to do the Foothills trail and the Pinhoti trail later.
@gwendolynwilkins55352 жыл бұрын
Another vote for having stuff for rain: my husband and I were car camping once on the rim of Death Valley...in July. Like no rain in the forecast. So we left the rain hood off the tent so we could see the stars. And it rained in the middle of the night. Not heavy, but enough to not want to be out in it. We made a dash for the car and spent the rest of the night there. Always plan for rain. Always.
@Journeysofdad3 жыл бұрын
I jumped right in. My first trip was 3 days 2 nights in a different state. I'm always solo. Lol. Great info Miranda! Always love watching in the wild.
@jameskappel3 жыл бұрын
Enjoying your content and your style of humor 🤪
@Allofthemonkeys3 жыл бұрын
I went on a trip and the nearest city had forcast of around freezing. I took a 20 degree sleeping bag and froze. We were sunning on a rock with all our layers (including rain jackets) to try to warm up. One guys shoes were literally frozen solid. Like he had to wait for them to thaw so he could even get them on. He was also 6'9" and had his lower two feet of body sticking out of this little pup tent.
@kleberfernando86283 жыл бұрын
Hello Miranda! I am from Brazil and I like so much your videos , tips, advice, etc!! thank you so much
@faye760003 жыл бұрын
the rain jacket tip is spot on bahahaaha
@emmastansbury27263 жыл бұрын
Great information. I've done a backpacking trip last year with my dad. ( first time) It was a local trail that we had hike before. It was a amazing trip. Meet lost of people on the way. It would be good to see a update video on how to pack a back
@Alaska_Gal3 жыл бұрын
I have hiked solo in Alaska (Denali), but this will be my first time solo backpacking! I’ve got all of my gear & while a bit nervous, I am excited to give this a try. 😊
@rei3 жыл бұрын
What an exciting trip! We can't wait to hear about it!
@russelljackman14133 жыл бұрын
I'm always glad to see another video with Miranda! Always very informative, and always funny! Thanks for helping me to learn new things, while making my heart smile! :) Thanks, Miranda! Thanks, Film/Editing Crew! Happy Trails!
@april906outdoors33 жыл бұрын
The 7 P's! Been using those P words for many years and they have served me well!
@rileypogue29283 жыл бұрын
I love living in the PNW because it barely even thought about 'huh REI is a national brand and of course the person talking is from washington'
@TheTrailDancer3 жыл бұрын
Great Vid Miranda!!! Guthooks too! :)
@storeman080333 жыл бұрын
Great job loved every insightful word. Thanks from South Jerrrseeey
@rei3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@lai37413 жыл бұрын
Hi Miranda, Huge fan here. Can we please have a video on how to choose the back capacity (not size), or how you pack for different trip lengths?
@warrenphilips84413 жыл бұрын
Next time I pass someone on the trail: Sings Sarah McLachlan "I Will Remember You. Will you remember me?" ...that oughta do it.
@Allan_aka_RocKITEman2 жыл бұрын
*Great vid, Miranda!*
@musgroveandthepumi16043 жыл бұрын
Great video! Hope to see one about winter backpacking with a pulk.
@salenarafn7503 жыл бұрын
"Eating the burger" 😂😂😂 too relatable.
@StephenAldaco3 жыл бұрын
Take your time on your first backpacking trip! Take breaks enjoy the sights and have fun!
@cmcer19953 жыл бұрын
Good info for first time back packers and good reminders for experienced ones as well. I assume when you were talking about marking your water sources you were talking about using an erasable pen? We got the burp in and the short discussion on poop, good job as usual Miranda. Always enlightening.
@alexandersnider7343 жыл бұрын
"Hold for banging" classic producer guy. But for real thanks for backpacking tips, I got Covid cabin fever so for first time in my life wanting to do something in the outdoors. I got the Cascades in my backyard but I've just been on my computer for the past 18 months like a dumb dumb.
@brushemteeth91593 жыл бұрын
10:00 - HUGE dissent! If you go somewhere with no cellphone service, you MUST bring a satellite telephone or emergency GPS tracker! If you can't afford to buy or rent one, go somewhere with cellphone service.
@Zeppelinfaktor3 жыл бұрын
Agreed. Especially if you’re solo. If nothing else it gives your loved ones piece of mind.
@VinceW1873 жыл бұрын
For me the most important is contingency, have a plan B and C always
@jep90922 жыл бұрын
Her random burping and her friends in the background laughing and cheering her on just gives so much personality to this channel and I absolutely love it. I know these people aren't stones, they're not pretending, they're real
@danielleadams48063 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the breakdown.
@LydJaGillers3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for all of these tips!!!
@rei3 жыл бұрын
We appreciate the support!
@tranquiltigers Жыл бұрын
thanks for the hot tips
@Color-Theory2 жыл бұрын
Great advice! I think I'm gonna try solo camping first and work my way up. :)
@Sarah-mi2rv3 жыл бұрын
Really appreciated the safety tips!!
@rcg53173 жыл бұрын
You are awesome funny. I bet you’d be great on a hike even if there mosquitoes. Lots of them.
@scottplumer36683 жыл бұрын
When planning a trip to Sleeping Bear Dunes a few years ago, I contacted them ahead of time and asked them specifically which numbers my wife should call if I didn't come home. The person I contacted was really appreciative that I did that, so don't be shy about asking!
@rei3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tip, Scott! It's definitely good planning to keep a record of where you plan to be backpacking, with your loved ones.
@Rusted_Link3 жыл бұрын
I think I'm going to do my first solo overnighter with others that are doing their first solo overnighter... 🤭
@narenderkumar47323 жыл бұрын
How was it?
@chandaharkins44183 жыл бұрын
Excellent information! I especially liked the eye contact point. I don't think I have heard that one before. 👍 Also, is "p*ss" a bad word? Who knew?
@whyattc2 жыл бұрын
Leave a dirty sock in your car! Halarious but it makes sense! Miranda is the best!
@bghozali3 жыл бұрын
So excited!
@josephu34473 жыл бұрын
Hi Miranda! Can you make a video on Caltopo and how to get the maps? Please!!!!!
@Charlvdwalt073 Жыл бұрын
THANK YOU FOR THIS VIDEO REALLY APRICIATE IT
@rei Жыл бұрын
We're glad it helped Charl!
@Charlvdwalt073 Жыл бұрын
Thank you living in one of Beautyfull place in south Africa and lots of amazing hiking spots , i really going to give it a try
@robertkelleher1850 Жыл бұрын
The 7 P’s hahaha. My master chief taught me that in my first day in the Navy.
@Risaala3 жыл бұрын
OMG: your shirt is so beautiful!!!
@whenallissaiddonewaisad53762 жыл бұрын
"Hold for banging". ROFTLMAO. I can't believe they didn't cut that. Miranda didn't even mention cutting it out. XD
@KevinDurette3 жыл бұрын
Along the lines of a global text messaging device, you might also consider getting an amateur radio license. In a true emergency, any other ham would gladly forward your details to the appropriate authorities. (Never use the availability of emergency services as an excuse to not prepare, though!)
@KCCgoKartMAN3 жыл бұрын
You mean I’m crazy for planning my first backpacking trip as a solo 5 day trip to an unclimbed/unnamed mountain on a trail nobody has touched since the ‘60s?
@ModernGentleman3 жыл бұрын
"Hold for banging" good producer 👌
@michael224143 жыл бұрын
Always pack a raincoat. Unless you’re from California. Precipitation forecasts are spot on because we get none
@chickenspy18543 жыл бұрын
I've been both rained on and snowed on in California while backpacking. But I can say it was never treacherous weather.
@emilymartin54183 жыл бұрын
The Sierra Nevada mountains would like to disagree.
@terryweaver97703 жыл бұрын
Yup, I got it, lol!! I love U’r personality, therefore I have subscribed! Yay! Great tips. I am in the process of gathering all my small, inexpensive stuff for hiking/backpacking. Like a trowel, water filter, new bladder, head lamp, etc...all the small stuff. I have yet ventured into the big 3. In my opinion, I think it should B the big 4, “the final 4” 😁 SHOES...Shelter, Backpack, sleeping bags/pads etc.. Why aren’t shoes included in this particular list? I think shoes are equally as important as a backpack or a tent. I mean, U have to have proper footwear for this, rite? I am going Danner for my shoes. I wear Danner everyday anyway. I’ve been wearing Danner for the past 10yrs- it’s what works for me. & for clothing I am going Fjallraven. That’s what works for me too. I try to wear some sort of Fjallraven on the daily, even if it’s as simple as 1 of their canvas belts, I have 3 different colors to match my work business casual attire, lol!! I want for my big 3, if U will, the Keb 52, the Singi Down Sleeping bag, Long, & use’g the Abisko Lite 2p tent. That’s my dream big 3. I try & buy 1 piece of gear/clothing once a month. For example, my next item to get is my cooking system- I have nothing atm!! I want the new Jetboil “Stash” perfect set up for me- love it, want!
@davidcelaya85193 жыл бұрын
Well my first ever backpacking/camping trip will be a Long Trail through hike. All geared up by REI haha
@wildsau19653 жыл бұрын
yep , no rain jacket and it rained LOL
@DarxusC3 жыл бұрын
I really liked somebody else's advice not to do anything you wouldn't do without some kind of satellite communication. Don't make other people come get you because you did something you wouldn't do if you couldn't call for help.
@Uberragen213 жыл бұрын
My phone is turned off the moment I step out of my car. Once I set off, the enjoyment of leaving modern life behind is the best feeling. I grew up in the country, so spending time outside without electronics is nothing new. But most younger people never knew what it feels like to not have a phone, satellite phone/radio/GPS tracker at the ready. As such, I wouldn't hold it against them for wanting that security blanket, but it really isn't necessary.
@matthewmarquis87323 жыл бұрын
You're the best!
@everettmunoz82533 жыл бұрын
I would like to see about getting good topo maps ( printed) forest service office hasn't been open for a year now. Do you have printed topo maps ? Do they even make them anymore ? I've probably gave away how old I am LoL 🤣😎