Great idea on the gloves and stopper. I had not thought of either of those. Added to list. Always have an extra trash bag so good to go on that one. One question about shelters that I know was kinda answered in another thread. Sharing....I did some of the AT a couple years ago and it is common to fi...

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Great thought on the eye mask. I remember 2 years ago being at a state park near Traverse City and it being light till after 10. Yes I agree on camp shoes....always part of my standard pack gear.

I am really excited about my first Isle Royale trip in a couple weeks (19th). I am not new to backpacking but I am new to this NP. I am currently in Texas so the weather is much different. My hike on the lonestar trail last week was in the 90s. So with that being said I have a couple questions on eq...