>>1824258>Is it better to just pay an outfitter for something like this?lolno
>I've never planned one beforeDo you have overnight camping gear?
Start with a brief 1-night overnighter, find a spot to hike in 2-3 miles so that way you're close enough to your car if something goes wrong, but far enough to be independent for everything else (carrying food, water, etc.)
This also lets you learn how long it takes for you to do basic camp chores, cooking, set up camp, etc., as well as how fast or slow you walk with a full pack.
Once you get the hang of things and have figured out your pace (mileage/day), you can plan longer and multi-day trips
If you're concerned about getting all the gear, read pic related and slowly work your way up.
>>1824287based animeposter actually providing useful information
