Take a Hike on the Long Side
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Q1: If you were told you won a trip to hike a long trail (with paid leave from work) what would you need to do to prepare? #GearMeOut
Q2: What’s the longest backpacking trip you’ve been on? Have you considered doing a longer trip? #GearMeOut
Q3: How familiar are you with the National Trails System? Name a couple trails near you! #GearMeOut
Q4: Selecting gear for a long trail hike is a balance of durability vs. weight vs. comfort. Which one is more valuable to you? #GearMeOut
Q5: What piece of gear would you need to upgrade if you were heading out to hike a long trail? #GearMeOut
Q6: Clothing is heavy. What’s the least amount of clothing you’d be willing to carry on a longer trip? Do you have any suggestions for multi-use clothing? #GearMeOut
Q7: Do you have any inexpensive gear hacks to help lighten your load? #GearMeOut
Q8: Fresh food is a considerable challenge on a long hike. Are you willing to sacrifice some weight for higher nutrition? What food would you absolutely want to have with you? #GearMeOut
Q9: Have you ever brought a bonus items on your trip? (Entertainment, food, clothing…) #GearMeOut
Q10: “Be Prepared” is the Scout’s motto. How do you prepare for the worst plausible situation, without bringing along every emergency supply you own? #GearMeOut
Q2: What’s the longest backpacking trip you’ve been on? Have you considered doing a longer trip? #GearMeOut
Q3: How familiar are you with the National Trails System? Name a couple trails near you! #GearMeOut
Q4: Selecting gear for a long trail hike is a balance of durability vs. weight vs. comfort. Which one is more valuable to you? #GearMeOut
Q5: What piece of gear would you need to upgrade if you were heading out to hike a long trail? #GearMeOut
Q6: Clothing is heavy. What’s the least amount of clothing you’d be willing to carry on a longer trip? Do you have any suggestions for multi-use clothing? #GearMeOut
Q7: Do you have any inexpensive gear hacks to help lighten your load? #GearMeOut
Q8: Fresh food is a considerable challenge on a long hike. Are you willing to sacrifice some weight for higher nutrition? What food would you absolutely want to have with you? #GearMeOut
Q9: Have you ever brought a bonus items on your trip? (Entertainment, food, clothing…) #GearMeOut
Q10: “Be Prepared” is the Scout’s motto. How do you prepare for the worst plausible situation, without bringing along every emergency supply you own? #GearMeOut