FAQs

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How far are we hiking?

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The route is still TBD but we will keep it under 20 miles.

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What do I need to bring backpacking?

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PACKING LIST: Backpack (>40L) Sleeping bag Sleeping pad Tent (let us know if you have one and we will work out sleeping arrangements) Cookset (pot, stove, fuel, lighter) (please let us know if you have this!) Bowl, fork, spoon, knife, cup Hiking shoes (boots, sneakers or even chacos will be fine, make sure you have worn them at least ten times before) Short sleeve shirt Long sleeve shirt Shorts Socks Hats (one with sun protection for day, one for warmth at night) Insulation layer (coat/jacket) Pants for night (long underwear works) Rain jacket Sun glasses Trail snacks Water filter Water bottle (or bladder) Headlamp Personal hygiene (toothbrush, toothpaste, toilet paper, medication) OPTONAL: trekking poles, swimsuit (swimming in underwear is allowed), seat

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What do I need to bring that I shouldn't bring backpacking?

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PACKING LIST: Wedding clothes Make-up/hair stuff Games! Towel for showering Fluffy pillow

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I don't have something on the packing list.

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Fear not, other than clothes or shoes, we will take care of it. Just let us know what you need, and please let us know ASAP!

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Do we need to bring food?

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Please bring snacks like trail mix, granola bars, and things of that nature. We will provide dinner on Tuesday and all of the meals while we're in the backcountry. Heads up that we will need to distribute the food and cooking materials into everyone's packs so no one breaks their back on the hike in. Once we get the lodge, the owner who is also a gourmet chef will feed us!

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What about water?

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We will provide water filtration. Please bring a camelbak or water bottle. And if you have a water filter, bring it!

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Do you have a registry?

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We don't expect any gifts! But if you would like, we have set up a couple of funds you can contribute to.

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Do I need to bring my wedding outfit on the backpack?

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No, you can leave your wedding outfit in the car, and we will do a car run on Friday afternoon once we get to the lodge.

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How hard will the hike be?

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We want everyone to come on the hike, so we are trying to make it as easy as possible, while also exploring the rugged mountainous terrain that we love. All of the rounds we are considering have about 6000 ft of elevation gain over the course of the three days. Trekking poles are highly recommended!