How to pack my hiking bag?

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Kate

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I am going away this weekend for my bronze practice dofe hike. This is my first ever hike and i do not know how to pack my bag. I am very nervous that I am going to pack it wrong and would much appreciate some help on this matter!
 
right its all about the rolling up of ur clothes to compact them.
bare essentals and no luxuries. like cookies. NO COOKIES!
XD weigh things before you leave and see if u can carry it
 
Heavy things at the bottom, roll your clothing and take as little as you can manage with. Stuff things into other things. If you're taking a sleeping bag then don't roll it (unless it's going on top), it will fit best if you just stuff it in. Pack snacks and light things on the outside and make sure that the pack is evenly balanced on both sides and not top heavy.

Remember: last in - first out.
 
There are good tips here, just remember keep heavier items low in the bag and near your body to aid balance and therefore stability and ultimately safety. This simple action has saved me from nasty falls a number of times backpacking and hiking through many areas, it also helps take the weight off your shoulders and places it through your hips if you remember to use the waist/hip straps.
 
Heavy things at the bottom, roll your clothing and take as little as you can manage with. Stuff things into other things. If you're taking a sleeping bag then don't roll it (unless it's going on top), it will fit best if you just stuff it in. Pack snacks and light things on the outside and make sure that the pack is evenly balanced on both sides and not top heavy.

Remember: last in - first out.
 
There are good tips here, just remember keep heavier items low in the bag and near your body to aid balance and therefore stability and ultimately safety. This simple action has saved me from nasty falls a number of times backpacking and hiking through many areas, it also helps take the weight off your shoulders and places it through your hips if you remember to use the waist/hip straps.
 
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