5 Decisions Before Your First Backpacking Trip 👉

Planning your first backpacking trip doesn’t have to be complicated. In this video, I walk you through a simple, step-by-step framework to help you choose where to go, how far to hike, what to bring, and how to stay safe on your first trip. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed trying to get started, this guide will help you simplify the process so you can get out on trail with confidence. 📋 Download, or make a copy, of the beginner backpacking checklist: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zHEPPQczQGu4gtXOjrI9qVMkaA7PX2LH/view? Satelite Communicators: Garmin InReach: https://amzn.to/4cxvgSy Garmin InReach Mini 2: https://amzn.to/4vSon5U Garmin InReach Mini 3: https://amzn.to/4mOIptM Zoleo Communicator: https://amzn.to/4cwzz0u ---------------------------------------------------------- P.S. Some of the links in this description are affiliate links, meaning I earn a small commission if you make a purchase through them. It helps support the channel at no extra cost to you. Thanks for your support! ---------------------------------------------------------- Ways to Support the Channel: Venmo: @colbyonthetrail ---------------------------------------------------------- Discount Codes: Tell Your Trail 12% off: ColbyontheTrail12 https://tellyourtrail.com/?ref=ColbyontheTrail12 Hilltop Packs 10% off: COLBYONTHETRAIL https://hilltoppacks.com/colbyonthetrail Backcountry Foodie 20% off: COLBYONTHETRAIL https://backcountryfoodie.com/aff/73/ ---------------------------------------------------------- My Favorite Gear: Sleeping Pad: https://amzn.to/4kLxv71 Titanium 750ml Pot: https://amzn.to/4kWEk5t Ultralight Stove: https://amzn.to/4kUKbbr Water Filter: https://amzn.to/4o45itc Ultralight Trowel: https://amzn.to/4iaU7Mr Summit Suds Powdered Soap: https://amzn.to/3FyXOgx Unpaste Toothpaste Tablets: https://amzn.to/3DUGIJh Outdoor Research Echo Sun Hoodie: https://amzn.to/4iay6gG Nike Men's Challenger Dri-fit 5" Lined Running Shorts: https://amzn.to/4kq1S2B Garmin inReach Mini 2: https://amzn.to/4kAYVML inCharge XL 6-in-1 Multi Charging Cable: https://amzn.to/41QdkMh Camera Gear: Camera Gear: DJI Pocket Osmo 3: https://amzn.to/3QVjNRi DJI Osmo Action 6 : https://amzn.to/4axDqtE Insta360 X5: https://amzn.to/4qm7qOw Sony A6700: https://amzn.to/4qkKwa5 Sony G Master 15mm f1.4 Lens: https://amzn.to/4b7pyX9 ---------------------------------------------------------- Timestamps: 0:00 – How to Plan Your First Backpacking Trip 1:01 – Where Should You Go Backpacking? 1:44 – How Far Should You Backpack? 2:18 – When Should You Go? 3:12 – What Backpacking Gear Do You Need? (10 Essentials) 5:33 – What’s Your Backup Plan? 7:05 – Recap: 5 Decisions 7:23 – Final Thoughts ---------------------------------------------------------- #hiking #thruhiking #backpacking