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TAKE GOOD EQUIPMENT: A big part of being comfortable in the backcountry depends upon staying warm and dry, and taking care of your feet. Having the right equipment is the key to making this possible. Don't economize on the gear you obtain for a wilderness outing. If you bring poor equipment you are liable to wish you had gone to the expense of getting something better when there is nothing you can do about it. Poor gear is an inconvenience at best and, possibly, a hazard.
PACK LIGHT: Many inexperienced backcountry travelers tend to bring too much equipment. Packing with llamas allows you to bring more than if you were backpacking; taking some of those luxuries you would have left behind if you had to carry it all. Still, it is important to give thought to eliminating unnecessary weight. Lightweight backpacking gear usually works best. Make every effort to limit yourself to less than 60 pounds of gear and food on the llamas, sleeping bag and tent included. Most find this target weight is easily achievable if they carefully weed out unnecessary equipment.
SLEEPING AND SHELTER: A warm sleeping bag, insulating pad and a good water-tight tent are essential to your comfort and safety.
STAYING WARM AND DRY: Mountain weather in summer should be mild and dry, but cold, wet conditions can prevail in any month and weather conditions can change quickly. In the wilderness you MUST be prepared for the worst that nature may throw at you. This means warm clothing and rain gear that will keep you dry.
To stay dry, a hooded poncho is adequate, but a waterproof nylon or gortex-type parka and pants are more effective. Avoid cheap plastic raingear. It invariably fails when you need it most. Bring clothing that will keep you comfortable at temperatures down to freezing. We recommend multiple layers of lightweight synthetics or wool to give flexibility over a variety of conditions.
