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The Sierra Nevada is one of the premier backpacking and mountaineering
destinations in the world. Sierrabackpacker provides information to
help you plan a rewarding experience from the early planning right through to
your on-the-trail experience.
Overview of the resources:
Your High Sierra Destination, Trails, Routes, &
Passes
The Sierras comprise a vast area from the backpacker's perspective--Literally
thousands of trail miles and decades of adventure. There
are hundreds of routes and destinations to explore. In this vast backpacking
area one of your first considerations is where to go, for how long, and how to
get there. These resources will help:
What’s It All
About? Backpacking Explorations
Every backpacking trip has a subtitle, a theme, a concept, or vision behind it.
Every trip is a learning experience; about yourself, the people you are with,
and the mountain environment.
Conditioning for
Backpackers & Mountaineers
The Sierras are best enjoyed when you are in good shape. Not only will you be
carrying a pack, but this is high altitude hiking with lots of elevation gain
and loss, and extensive multi-thousand foot passes.
Backpacking Gear & Clothes
While your conditioning program is underway, evaluate the status of your gear
and clothing. Make any necessary improvements.
Food & Food Tips
Food is a multifaceted trail topic, and very important on the trail.
Backpacking Checklist—Final
Packing
As the day of departure nears you will want to collect your gear and clothes and
begin loading your pack.
On
The Trail
There are many important tips to make your on-the-trail experience better. It
helps to focus on the things that are most likely to happen, and then be
prepared for the rest.
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