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One of the most remarkable aspects of our journey was the ever-changing landscapes. From dense forests to open vistas, from cascading waterfalls to towering peaks, each day brought new wonders to behold. The transition from the lush Enchanted Forest to the expansive Tyume River basin felt like stepping into a different world altogether, a testament to the incredible diversity of the Eastern Cape's natural beauty.

To lighten your food load and still get the calories and nutrition you need to maintain your stamina on the trail, aim for nutritious foods that are high in calories relative to weight and volume. Choose foods that provide at least 100 calories per ounceā€”125 calories or more per ounce is even better.

You can take most foods backpacking, but itā€™s best to stick with foods that are portable, lightweight, and not too bulky. Fortunately, there are ways to take backpacking versions of your favorite mealā€”from burrito bowlsĀ toĀ tuna noodle casseroleā€”whether you dehydrate the meal at home,Ā buy ready-to-eat dehydrated mealsĀ that only require adding hot water, or assemble your meal from a mixture of fresh and dry ingredients.Ā 

Back then, the list included a map, compass, sunglasses and sunscreen, extra clothing, headlamp/flashlight, first-aid supplies, fire starter, matches, knife, and extra food. Over the years, the list has evolved to a ā€œsystemsā€ approach rather than including individual items. Hereā€™s what it looks like today:

After the first time backpacking with your period, youā€™ll realize itā€™s no big deal. And you can rest easy that the old notion that bears are attracted to menstrual blood turns out to be a myth. With a little preparation and knowledge, you wonā€™t have to think twice about heading into the backcountry at any time of the month

Itā€™s not wise to dismiss smoke as simply a temporary irritant. Smoke is a complex brew of gases (some are toxic when a fire is close) and microscopic particles that scatter far and wide, and can penetrate deep into your lungs. Associated health problems range from temporary discomforts like burning eyes, runny nose, and wheezing to more serious long-term damage to your pulmonary system.

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