+mikedx Posted June 9, 2002 Posted June 9, 2002 Hi! New to the scene. I was wondering what you guys put in your backpack. After seeing the descriptions of some of the terrain and time spent out, I figured I should plan ahead. I figured this much: GPS Compass Spare batteries Water Bandanna (snakes) printouts of caches cache goodies for trade an extra pencil Did I leave anything out? Thanks, Mike Quote
+#9 Posted June 9, 2002 Posted June 9, 2002 Hi Mike, I usually take: compass gps firstaid kit cell phone camera cache pages mini leatherman calculator extra pencils batteries snacks and water trading items flashlight There might be more, I just can't remember. I try to keep my pack stocked and ready to go. I have also noticed a few other threads on this subject so you might search for them and I'm sure you'd find a lot of information. Quote
+Harrald Posted June 9, 2002 Posted June 9, 2002 My list is somewhere in the middle of this thread whats in your ruck?(backpack) ==================================== As always, the above statements are just MHO. ==================================== Quote
+Beast of Traal Posted June 9, 2002 Posted June 9, 2002 I would also bring pen and notebook. When logging sevral caches It's a good idea to keep a jurnel to keep track of each cache visit. I found 8 in one day once and it very dificult to keep track of what was traded from each cache. Ravenous Bugblatter Beast of Traal: a mind-bogglingly stupid animal, it assumes that if you can't see it, it can't see you - daft as a brush, but very very ravenous Quote
+#9 Posted June 9, 2002 Posted June 9, 2002 I make notes on the printed out cache pages, then when I get home I put them all in a big binder. Kind of a geocaching journal, saves me from having to carry more stuff in my pack. I did carry a notebook at first but found that for some reason I wasn't writing in it. I guess I'm just lazy and since I usually have the cache page already in my hand. You get the idea! Quote
+Pepper Posted June 9, 2002 Posted June 9, 2002 I agree Precocious I do the same thing. I bought a notebook also but lost it somewhere along the way. I found that when I could not find a cache I would have to refer to my printout some times for the cheat. So I would just use it to write on because it was already in my hand. As far as the back pack a long list of things as you see listed in the posts. Team SuperGenius Pepper Horizontals where it's at! Quote
+DD214 Posted June 10, 2002 Posted June 10, 2002 As much beer as will possibly fit. I don't want to get caught in a long term survival situation and not have enough beer to last until the rescuers come. Quote
+Garmen (& Women) Group Posted June 10, 2002 Posted June 10, 2002 In addition to the above, we keep a rain poncho, digital camera, and "hunter orange" stocking caps. Those tend to be more important and useful in the fall. But they also are useful to use as markers when we are zeroing in on a cache. We likewise make our observation notes on the printout sheets to later add to the log. Quote
scooterj Posted June 10, 2002 Posted June 10, 2002 One thing I keep in my backpack apart from all the usual items is a digital voice recorder. It's a lot quicker and easier than a notebook when I want to make personal notes about a hunt or a cache that I am hiding, I can then transcribe what I need later at my own leisure. Quote
+sbell111 Posted June 10, 2002 Posted June 10, 2002 I actually have two packs. I take one pack with me on trail. This pack contains all the above mentioned items. I also keep another bag in the car with a few changes of clothes. You never know when you are giong to get soaked on a hunt. Quote
+Waterboy Posted June 10, 2002 Posted June 10, 2002 Some items on our list not mentioned yet include: Local maps Wristwatch Hiking stick(s) Swimsuit & Towel Insect repellent Container for berries Binoculars Sweatshirt or jacket Some of these items are dependent on season, weather reports, and particulars for the hike we plan. In addition I should mention that during the summer we wear convertible pants with zip off legs. Shorts for regular walking, long pants for bushwhacking. The legs may either be either worn or in our backpack at the start of the hike. Quote
+majicman Posted June 10, 2002 Posted June 10, 2002 I like to pack women's underwear... hehehehe Especially those silky pink ones... hehehehehe (I hope my wife doesn't miss them!) --majicman majicman Quote
Rico and The Fiddler Posted June 12, 2002 Posted June 12, 2002 Gloves I've only been doing this a short time, but already I have been glad to have or wished I had remembered my gloves. Got a nice batch of cactus spines in my hand planting a cache without them the other day. Felt way more comfortable reaching into an old stump to retrieve a cache the day before that with my gloves on. Quote
+unclerojelio Posted June 12, 2002 Posted June 12, 2002 quote:Originally posted by Rico and The Fiddler:Got a nice batch of cactus spines in my hand planting a cache without them the other day. Speaking of cactus spines. Make sure that your first aid kit contains a good pair of tweezers. Not those cheap plastic ones. The dog stepped right into a cactus patch the other day and I was mighty glad I had a good pair of tweezers to pull the spines out with. ... Two roads diverged in a wood, and I-- I took the one less traveled by, ... unclerojelio Quote
+on2vegas Posted June 12, 2002 Posted June 12, 2002 food, something easy, cheese sandwich, apple, pear, whatever is in season (okay, not whole watermelons or anything like that) and a little something to swig it down with. Matches "Where ever you go, there you are" Quote
borina_2000 Posted June 12, 2002 Posted June 12, 2002 quote:Originally posted by Precocious: I make notes on the printed out cache pages, then when I get home I put them all in a big binder. Kind of a geocaching journal, saves me from having to carry more stuff in my pack. I did carry a notebook at first but found that for some reason I wasn't writing in it. I guess I'm just lazy and since I usually have the cache page already in my hand. You get the idea! I do the same...I print the pages for whatever I'm goin to hunt...I make my trade notes on the pages, it saves alot of extra writing! I don't usually keep them though Quote
mortonfox Posted June 13, 2002 Posted June 13, 2002 quote:Originally posted by mikedx: GPS Compass Spare batteries Water Bandanna (snakes) printouts of caches cache goodies for trade an extra pencil Did I leave anything out? Thanks, Mike Those are all good items to bring. In addition, I'd bring: Gloves, in case you need to stick your hand somewhere you can't see to feel for a cache. A flashlight, for looking deep into a log or if the cache is located in a cave or if it is dusk and you just have to squeeze in one more find. Some kind of Leatherman tool or Swiss Army Knife. You never know when you'll need it. I found a rusty paint can cache and I needed to wedge the screwdriver tool into the lid and pry it open. Based on past experience, I also have nail clippers, tweezers, duct tape, bandaids and a small bottle of Benadryl but I guess there are some things that only happen to me on cache hunts. Quote
mortonfox Posted June 13, 2002 Posted June 13, 2002 quote:Originally posted by mikedx: GPS Compass Spare batteries Water Bandanna (snakes) printouts of caches cache goodies for trade an extra pencil Did I leave anything out? Thanks, Mike Those are all good items to bring. In addition, I'd bring: Gloves, in case you need to stick your hand somewhere you can't see to feel for a cache. A flashlight, for looking deep into a log or if the cache is located in a cave or if it is dusk and you just have to squeeze in one more find. Some kind of Leatherman tool or Swiss Army Knife. You never know when you'll need it. I found a rusty paint can cache and I needed to wedge the screwdriver tool into the lid and pry it open. Based on past experience, I also have nail clippers, tweezers, duct tape, bandaids and a small bottle of Benadryl but I guess there are some things that only happen to me on cache hunts. Quote
+Zartimus Posted June 14, 2002 Posted June 14, 2002 GPS Compass Bullwhip Palm Pilot with Avant-go channels of caches in my area Digicam Bug spray Water bottle jacket Flashlight Extra Batteries Slingshot Fishing line Cache Swag Plastic bags Pens and a notebook Cell phone Spyderco Organ donor card And more now that I've read some of this thread. Quote
+phantom4099 Posted June 14, 2002 Posted June 14, 2002 I would like to thank you guys, I was busy makeing a list of stuff I will need on a week long bike trip that I am going on tommorow (120 miles in the Black Hills of SD). You guys reminded me of several things that I might want to take with me. Wyatt W. The probability of someone watching you is directly proportional to the stupidity of your actions. Quote
+The Leprechauns Posted June 15, 2002 Posted June 15, 2002 We're packing right now for Saturday cache hunting and my daughter just reminded me to put trash bags in our backpack. We're going to 2 public parks so we're expecting some litter along the way. x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x- "Next time, instead of getting married, I think I'll just find a woman I don't like and buy her a house." Quote
+The Leprechauns Posted June 15, 2002 Posted June 15, 2002 Returned from a full fun day of geocaching, with a new note for backpack contents: When hunting with an 8 yr old Leprechaun girl, more than a mile from the road on a muddy trail and in a park with no facilites, it is useful to have a little plastic ziploc bag with some toilet paper in it!!!!!! x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x- "Next time, instead of getting married, I think I'll just find a woman I don't like and buy her a house." Quote
+Showcase_Boyz Posted June 16, 2002 Posted June 16, 2002 A note and map telling loved ones where you are going, how long you'll be, and how to find you! ------------------------------------------------ Cache printouts Topo maps Camelback 100oz "Unbottle" "Suunto" compass "Acme Thunderer" whistle Small bag with bandages Toilet paper plastic bags trash bags "Leatherman" tool money for pay phone old cell phone for 911 flashlight x 2 (One hedlamp, one stick) batteries enough and types for all utilities emergency blanket waterproof matches, matches, lighter small tarp for "Lean-too" Foldable camp stove sterno small heatable cups/pots tea bags coffee bags sugar aspirin extra canteen for mixing "Potable Aqua tabs" Potable Aqua tabs emergency mirror emergency beacon emergency vest "orange" magnifying glass (for creating fires) dried fruit and nuts Pemican hard candy Mike (The DirtMan) Pellerin aka Badger dirtman@iname.com Jason Dobson aka "Jay" "J" Myth8499@aol.com Quote
TurtleRover Posted June 17, 2002 Posted June 17, 2002 I added gloves to my list of things to take today when we ran into a mean bunch of blackberry vines obstructing the path. Would have saved several skin perforations if we'd had some gloves. Quote
+ECO Trekkers Posted June 17, 2002 Posted June 17, 2002 I'm surprised to see that only two other people suggested MAPS!, don't leave home without them! Happy Trails! Quote
+cachew nut Posted June 17, 2002 Posted June 17, 2002 There are times I wish I had a pair of binoculars with me. Quote
+niskibum Posted June 17, 2002 Posted June 17, 2002 Let's see, hand grenades, shotgun, M-16, flame thrower, oh sorry wrong pack. My packs contents change depending on the cache, sometimes its just a gps and a trade item. I do like the idea about a bandanna though, What colors do the snakes usually perfer? Quote
+geospotter Posted June 18, 2002 Posted June 18, 2002 Along with many of the items mentioned above, I include a couple extras. In one of the forums someone took duct tape and wrapped it around an old credit card (or some other plastic card). I tried it and it's great! You can get 5 to 6 feet of it around the card (do it lengthwise). Haven't had the need for it yet, but if I do... Also, I have an extra key to the geo-vehicle just in case. Quote
+Skytraveler Posted June 20, 2002 Posted June 20, 2002 I went looking for a cache the other day. I thought it would be a mile hike at best. I ended up hiking over 6 miles. I was very thankful I had some water with me. Also, a hat is nice if you're going to be out during the day for any length of time. Try one of the really nifty hats from Geocaching.com! If you're bringing a cell phone, thinking you'll be able to call someone if you get into trouble, remember they sometimes don't get service out in the woods. Let someone know where you're going and when you should be back. Last thing. It's better to have something with you that you end up not using, than needing something that you didn't bring. Dark Skies! Quote
+Skytraveler Posted June 20, 2002 Posted June 20, 2002 I went looking for a cache the other day. I thought it would be a mile hike at best. I ended up hiking over 6 miles. I was very thankful I had some water with me. Also, a hat is nice if you're going to be out during the day for any length of time. Try one of the really nifty hats from Geocaching.com! If you're bringing a cell phone, thinking you'll be able to call someone if you get into trouble, remember they sometimes don't get service out in the woods. Let someone know where you're going and when you should be back. Last thing. It's better to have something with you that you end up not using, than needing something that you didn't bring. Dark Skies! Quote
+Lil Devil Posted June 20, 2002 Posted June 20, 2002 quote: I'm surprised to see that only two other people suggested MAPS!, don't leave home without them! Maps? That's what the GPS is for! And don't forget to mark a waypoint at the car before setting out. Searching for the car after geocaching is no fun. Also after doing a multi-cache, following the "breadcrumbs" is probably not the most efficient way back. Lil Devil Quote
+Lil Devil Posted June 20, 2002 Posted June 20, 2002 quote: I'm surprised to see that only two other people suggested MAPS!, don't leave home without them! Maps? That's what the GPS is for! And don't forget to mark a waypoint at the car before setting out. Searching for the car after geocaching is no fun. Also after doing a multi-cache, following the "breadcrumbs" is probably not the most efficient way back. Lil Devil Quote
+culpc Posted June 20, 2002 Posted June 20, 2002 A monocular is really handy to carry--light and not much room. Water, snacks, gloves, sun screen, batteries, camera, and ziplocs are also handy. Fat, drunk, and stupid is no way to go through life, son! Quote
+culpc Posted June 20, 2002 Posted June 20, 2002 A monocular is really handy to carry--light and not much room. Water, snacks, gloves, sun screen, batteries, camera, and ziplocs are also handy. Fat, drunk, and stupid is no way to go through life, son! Quote
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