I am caring an army green and black Nanda 60 + 10 backpack. It is divided into two compartments: A large main one, where I will keep the majority of my supplies; and a smaller secondary one, where my notebooks, pens, pencils, and other tools will be available if I need them quickly. On both sides are places to put water bottles, I have been dehydrated before and I plan on it not happening on this trip. I will bring two water bottles, however I haven’t decided on the size yet. The following is a list of everything I have ready:
· A pair of Rainbow Flip-Flops (for the evening)
· Two button-down Columbia Hiking Shirts (long sleeve)
· Two pairs of Columbia Hiking Pants (they can be turned into shorts if necessary)
· Four pairs of boxers and three compression shorts
· A Tank Top and Gym Shorts for sleeping
· Three pairs of Columbia hiking socks,
· A Brown Bandana
· Gander Mountain Flashlight
· Gander Mountain Raincoat
· My trusty travel journal
· Necessary Documentation
· School notebook
· Laptop/ Charger
· Phone Charger
· Hiking Stick
· Black Casio Watch
· Holy Bible
· Two pens and a pencil
· Buck Pocket Knife
· Hiking towel
· My hiking pillow (the one thing I will not compromise on!)
· An REI Travel Sack
· Extra boot laces
· My toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo, deodorant, razor, etc.)
· A Costco “workmen’s” hat
· Two thin cotton t-shirts
It is important to keep in mind that this list is fluctuating and might change before I leave for Madrid, Spain on the sixth. I am excited for this new adventure but at the same time cautious. A lot of things can go wrong in a month especially “across the lake” (as my Aunt would say). I you have any questions or suggestions please let me know!
Best Wishes,
Phillip Charles Boan