Backpacking

Equipment

	Some of us like to walk with a pole. They are very helpful on steep and rocky terrain. This one will telescope which helps it negotiate slopes.
	Camp suds are biodegradable and can be used for everything from cleaning dishes and clothes to cleaning people!
	A good water pump is essential. Don't forget to learn how to clean your pump. You never know how the "local" crobies will affect the filter. A few extra coffee filters are good for filtering the big chunks.
	When the platypus mouth piece gets too "grungy" to use, you can replace it with a new one!
	Nalgene Bottles come in a variety of colors and styles. They have screw top that will fit on to most water pumps. If you are purchasing a new bottle, you may want to check with your camping friends so that you know which colors are "taken"....
	The Platypus is a water storage unit that fits in most packs and extends through a tube out of the pack for easy drinking.