Label all belongings in BOLD PRINT (duct tape + sharpie)
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1 small day-pack, no larger than a school back-pack (scriptures, sunscreen, bug spray, water bottle, personal items, etc...)
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toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, chapstick, small insect repellent, and sunscreen
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A small, personal first aid kit: 5 band-aids, prescribed medications or medical needs, pain medication such as ibuprofen, moleskin / blister patches, aloe vera (if you get too much sun), etc.
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1 small Book of Mormon (pocket size)
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1 water bottle (i.e.; hydro flask or nalgene style) for you to refill throughout the day on the trail
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water shoes for crossing river day (these will go in your DAY PACK the first day, not your duffel bag)
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1 pair work gloves (leather or heavy duty synthetic, or combo)
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1 pair glove liners (optional)
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1 carabiner, (an oval metal ring with spring-loaded gate), get the cheap kind, not the ones used for rock climbing
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1 small container of sanitized hand wipes
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1 small spray bottle (for cooling off)
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wet wipes (to cleanse body without showering)
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Sunglasses
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1 wide brimmed hat - this is very important for sun protection
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gold bond powder - for moisture absorption
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feminine products as needed
Optional Items:
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Camera (no phones)
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Pocket knife
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Harmonica or very small musical instrument