Gearing up for backcountry camping this fall in the mountains in southern AZ. I packed my bag yesterday and it came to 31 lbs. This included 6L of water (13 lbs) but no food. My first trip will be to scout resources that will allow weight reductions on future trips. If I can locate reliable dry season water sources, I can bring a filter and less water. And if I can find good places to hang a hammock, I can eliminate my tent.

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