Planning a multi-day hike
In 2017, I’m making a pretty hefty list of places to visit, and a lot of them are hiking trails. We’re planning our first mutli-day hiking trip, and I’ve spent a lot of time researching gear, trails, tips and more.
Here are some of the things we’ll be taking in to consideration while planning our trip:
1. Picking a trail
Right now, we’re considering hiking part of the Adirondacks in upstate New York, the Laurel Highlands Trail or a part of the Appalachian Trail.
When choosing a trail, it’s important to consider a few things:
- Length
- Difficulty
- Number of camping sites along the way
- If pets are allowed or not
2. Fitness
Between now and the spring, when we’ll go on our trip, we’ll be focusing on a lot of training at the gym. This article on Backpacker explains how to get in shape for hiking.
We’re not the only ones that need to get in shape, either. Between now and then, Murphy, my black lab, will be doing a lot of training as well. In addition to getting him ready for a higher activity level, I’ll be training him to wear a pack to carry his own water.
3. Gear
While we’re still working on getting a lot of items on our gear list, the products you’re packing on your multi-day hike will have a serious impact on the hike itself.
Here are some of my essentials for a day hike, but I’ll be expanding on this list as we get closer to the spring.
A great resource is this packing list by The Adventure Junkies.
Make sure to stay tuned to Life Disconnected as we continue getting ready for our spring hike!
I recently went hiking for the first time in the Valley of Fire. I would love to do a multi day hike! Have fun. I’ll keep these tips in mind when I’m ready 😀
Congrats on your first hike! If you keep it up I’m positive you’ll fall in love with the physical and mental benefits of it.
Looks like a great list! I haven’t been hiking in forever. I miss it.
It’s a super great way to relax!
It’s a super great way to relax!
I would love to do a multi-day hike. I’d probably want to get in better shape before doing it, though, so that’s a great tip. The Adirondacks would top my list. Can’t wait to check back and see how it goes after you’d had your little adventure!
erin | sandsunandmessybuns.com
I definitely need to get in way better shape before we go on our hike. I’m glad I found that Backpacker article!
This is awesome! I’ve never done a multi-day hike but it’s on my bucket list! I totally need to get better gear too! I’ve gone hiking in just regular nike sneakers that dont have any traction left on the sole, and it’s gotten scary with slips sometimes.
Rachel | The Confused Millennial
I have a black lab too! She loves coming with us on hiking trails, but sometimes she comes home with ticks (ugh!). Be prepared and have fun!
xo Gennifer
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We used to come home with ticks a lot too, but then I started using the Soresto flea and tick collars! I definitely recommend trying them.
Good luck on your hiking expeditions for 2017!
Thank you!