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{{this|backpacking in the wilderness|Backpacking (disambiguation)}} | {{this|backpacking in the wilderness|Backpacking (disambiguation)}} | ||
[[Image:Backpacking in Grand Teton NP-NPS.jpg|thumb|Backpacking in the [[Grand Teton National Park]], | [[Image:Backpacking in Grand Teton NP-NPS.jpg|thumb|Backpacking in the [[Grand Teton National Park]], United States]] | ||
'''Backpacking''' (also '''tramping''' or '''trekking''' or '''bushwalking''' in some countries) combines [[hiking]] and [[Camping (recreation)|camping]] in a single trip. A backpacker hikes into the backcountry to spend one or more nights there, and carries supplies and equipment to satisfy sleeping and eating needs. | '''Backpacking''' (also '''tramping''' or '''trekking''' or '''bushwalking''' in some countries) combines [[hiking]] and [[Camping (recreation)|camping]] in a single trip. A backpacker hikes into the backcountry to spend one or more nights there, and carries supplies and equipment to satisfy sleeping and eating needs. | ||
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* [[Survival skills]] are handy for peace of mind: | * [[Survival skills]] are handy for peace of mind: In case the weather, terrain or environment is more challenging than prepared for, or for dealing with shortcomings in | ||
* [[Navigation]] and [[orienteering]] are useful to find the [[trailhead]], then find and follow a route to a desired sequence of destinations, and then an exit. | * [[Navigation]] and [[orienteering]] are useful to find the [[trailhead]], then find and follow a route to a desired sequence of destinations, and then an exit. In case of disorientation, orienteering skills are important to determine where you are and formulate a route to somewhere more desirable. At their most basic, navigation skills allow you to choose the correct sequence of trails to follow. | ||
* [[First Aid]]: | * [[First Aid]]: effectively dealing with minor injuries ([[wikt:splinter|splinter]]s, punctures, sprains) is considered by many a fundamental backcountry skill. More subtle, but maybe even more important, is recognizing and promptly treating [[hypothermia]], [[heat stroke]], [[dehydration]] and [[Hypoxia (medical)|hypoxia]], as these are rarely encountered in daily life. | ||
* [[Leave No Trace]] is the backpacker's version of the [[Golden Rule (ethics)|golden rule]]: | * [[Leave No Trace]] is the backpacker's version of the [[Golden Rule (ethics)|golden rule]]: To have beautiful and pristine places to enjoy, help make them. At a minimum, don't make them worse. | ||
* [[Distress signal | * [[Distress signal]]ing is a skill of last resort. | ||
==See also== | == See also == | ||
* [[List of long-distance trails]] | * [[List of long-distance trails]] | ||
* [[Scouting]] | * [[Scouting]] | ||
* [[Hiking equipment]] | * [[Hiking equipment]] | ||
* [[Ten essentials]]: | * [[Ten essentials]]: minimum gear to carry in case an emergency develops. | ||
* [[Hazards of outdoor activities]] | * [[Hazards of outdoor activities]] | ||
* [[The Complete Walker]] | * [[The Complete Walker]] | ||
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* [[Ski touring]] and [[snowshoeing]] are alternative forms of [[hiking]] (overnight or otherwise) that can be engaged in when the ground is buried deeply in [[snow]]. | * [[Ski touring]] and [[snowshoeing]] are alternative forms of [[hiking]] (overnight or otherwise) that can be engaged in when the ground is buried deeply in [[snow]]. | ||
* In self-contained [[bicycle touring]], cyclists carry their equipment in [[pannier]]s or in [[bicycle trailers|trailers]] during multi-day excursions, either on pavement, or on back-country fire roads and trails. | * In self-contained [[bicycle touring]], cyclists carry their equipment in [[pannier]]s or in [[bicycle trailers|trailers]] during multi-day excursions, either on pavement, or on back-country fire roads and trails. | ||
* In [[animal packing]] ("horse packing", "mule packing", etc.), the hikers use [[pack animal]]s (usually [[horse]]s, [[mule]]s or [[llama]]s) to carry their equipment, and sometimes they will even ride the animals. | * In [[animal packing]] ("horse packing", "mule packing", etc.), the hikers use [[pack animal]]s (usually [[horse]]s, [[mule]]s or [[llama]]s) to carry their equipment, and sometimes they will even ride the animals. [[Porter (carrying)|Porters]] are sometimes hired for the same purpose. | ||
* [[Backpacking (travel)]] focuses on cultural attractions, rather than natural ones, though it may also include wilderness side trips. | * [[Backpacking (travel)]] focuses on cultural attractions, rather than natural ones, though it may also include wilderness side trips. | ||
* [[Adventure tourism]] is travel in a region or environment that is, for one reason or another, highly unpredictable or hazardous. | * [[Adventure tourism]] is travel in a region or environment that is, for one reason or another, highly unpredictable or hazardous. | ||
