What to pack????

[Guest]

My family is traveling by air from Florida to Seattle in November. We are checking bags. We will probably do some day hikes on famous mountains in Oregon and Washington states. Within reason, what survival type stuff would you bring for a trip like that? Pretend you're packing your bag for a week. Guns? Axe? Machete? Tent or tarp? How nuts do you go?

[WiseOwl]

Definitely a tarp and some spare rain gear.

[Matt In Oklahoma]

GMHB, CCWs and EDC which will get me thru 3 days without any issues and with some resupply items for food that is eaten etc in the suitcase. Maybe try and establish a contact in that area in case in goes south while you are there IF you can convince them you are worthy because you would be showing up with very little but skills and knowledge.
dunno about the heights and terrain you are tackling but look at climbing items if needed and research stores in the area that sells things we might deem needed

[Spock]

My family is traveling by air from Florida to Seattle in November. We are checking bags. We will probably do some day hikes on famous mountains in Oregon and Washington states. Within reason, what survival type stuff would you bring for a trip like that? Pretend you're packing your bag for a week. Guns? Axe? Machete? Tent or tarp? How nuts do you go?

UPS your gear to yourself.

[1Admin]

UPS your gear to yourself.

Yep, to your hotel room or wherever you'll first arrive. Call the hotel, tell them to expect your shipment and the day to expect it and to hold it for you at the front.

Done that dozens of times over the years.

[Greg B.]

Back in the '70s a bunch of us used to "play" on Mt. Hood. Ignorance was bliss, 'cause people who know what they are doing die up there every year. The Cascades are rugged terrain so lean on first aid supplies and groceries and warmth. Remember that, above a certain altitude, helicopter rescue gets dicey. If rescuers have to walk, or sled, in, you could be there a while. $0.02

[Sharpshooter]

UPS your gear to yourself.

i actually looked into this myself for a trip. and will do it for sure next time i have a trip that goes by flight but personally i like driving myself

[WiseOwl]

I took my pack with me to Maryland last fall for work. Thought I would get some Shenandoah/ Appalachian time in but didnt. I rode with someone up there but had to fly back. I had about 80lbs plus my pistol and a box of ammo. Shipped it back from Maryland to GA for $85 and that was with me buying the biggest box they offered. Saw it in 2 days.

Used to drive one way to California when I was younger and always shipped my stuff home. Was around $125-150 from LA to GA back then.

[blackhawk]

PACK BIGFOOT SCENT .

[WILL]

I could use some advice here folks. So far I got pancho/tarp, thanks. Everyone else got side tracked.

[WiseOwl]

I could use some advice here folks. So far I got pancho/tarp, thanks. Everyone else got side tracked.

More than 3 ways to make fire. I hear it's always rainy up there and moist. Maybe some good dry tinder already bundled.

Make sure your tent floor is sealed good with that wet ground. I know my cheapo sweats through the
material especially the floor if the ground is wet. Started double tarping underneath and spraying water proofer on it times 3

Now I am in a hammock so it doesn't matter as much.

[Grand58742]

Solar blankets and warmer clothing. Even in the summer the higher altitudes can get colder if you are doing a mountain hike.

[Doc]

I grew up in Seattle. If you plan on hiking, I would highly recommend a pair of waterproof hiking boots. In November it is almost guaranteed to be wet and cold. Especially if you are from Florida. Expect daytime highs about 50-60 with the nights closer to just above freezing depending on altitude. Plan to stay warm and dry.

[Tackleberry]

UPS your gear to yourself.

That is a wicked cool idea..........Nice!