Everything I need
I must admit that there is an excitement and lightness to shedding all the material items from my life save the essentials. I was able to borrow an 80-liter women’s backpack from the gracious Hannah Roberts (in addition to a camp pillow, bag, and laundry line — thanks, Hannah!). I am trying to do my best to prepare for all climates and unforeseeable hiccups. Cash placed in multiple nooks and crannies. Multiple copies of my passport printed and distributed. Japan rail pass securely tucked away. I am excited to figure out exactly what I use and how often from what I have packed. Don’t you worry — there will be a full report.
Curious about the full packing list?
Clothing: 3 short-sleeved shirts, 2 long-sleeved shirts, 2 tanks, 3 pants, 3 shorts, 1 skirt, 6 pairs socks and undies, 3 bras, pullover sweater, rain jacket, down jacket, scarf, bathing suit, flats, sandals, trail shoes, bandana, hair ties, visor, sunglasses.
Toiletries: travel toothpaste, toothbrush, hair brush, dry shampoo, eye drops, contacts solution, case, glasses, case, extra contacts and glasses, medications (including those for traveler’s diarrhea and Malarone), Neosporin, ibuprofen, women’s sanitary products, hand sanitizer, Campsuds, Q-tips, deodorant, bug spray, sunscreen, shampoo, conditioner, soap, mini-hand/face towel, washcloth, multi-towel, razor and extra blades, travel toiletry bag,
Electronics: laptop & charger, Garmin & charger, headphones and Kindle & charger, cell phone & charger, power adaptor, headlamp.
Other: collapsable bowl, cup, spork, 2-liter water bladder, Grayl water purifier bottle, travel journal, Galapagos nature guide, waterproof notebook & pen, iPhone Moment camera lenses, REI daypack, passport, Global Entry ID, cash, credit cards, wallet, driver’s license (for renting a car in NZ), Spacesaver bags & pump, plastic bag for dirty clothes, reusable shopping bag, laundry line for drying clothes, sink stopper for hand-washing clothes, sleeping bag & liner, sleeping pad, and pillow.
Phew. How’d I get all that in there?
