Complete preparation guide for a safe and enjoyable multi-day hiking or backpacking trip
Travel & AdventureInitial hiking expedition planning
Due: Sep 05, 2025 (in 0 days)
Research trail options and difficulty
Due: Sep 07, 2025 (in 2 days)
Select route and check permits needed
Due: Sep 10, 2025 (in 5 days)
Create daily hiking itinerary
Due: Sep 12, 2025 (in 7 days)
Check weather patterns and forecast
Due: Sep 15, 2025 (in 10 days)
Create gear and equipment list
Due: Sep 17, 2025 (in 12 days)
Purchase/maintain hiking boots
Due: Sep 20, 2025 (in 15 days)
Test backpack with weight
Due: Sep 23, 2025 (in 18 days)
Plan and prepare trail meals
Due: Sep 26, 2025 (in 21 days)
Organize water purification system
Due: Sep 29, 2025 (in 24 days)
Create first aid and emergency kit
Due: Oct 03, 2025 (in 28 days)
Share itinerary with emergency contact
Due: Oct 05, 2025 (in 30 days)
Trial hike with full pack
Due: Oct 10, 2025 (in 35 days)
Download offline maps and GPS routes
Due: Oct 13, 2025 (in 38 days)
Check all gear functionality
Due: Oct 17, 2025 (in 42 days)
Final packing and preparation
Due: Oct 20, 2025 (in 45 days)
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