Here in Central Idaho the trail are slowly starting to dry out - mainly near GearVine HQ. We are located in the town of Hailey which sits on the edge of the high desert and in a gateway valley to the higher mountain ranges which include the Sawtooths, Boulders & Pioneers. Lots of snow this previous winter will keep those higher trails covered for a while.
Locally though, it has been a pleasure to start to get out & cover some ground. Today is grey & rainy so I am taking the opportunity to clean out my pack & make sure it is repacked with the basics I always carry.
These include:
- Rain Shell
- Lightweight capilene top & bottom
- Warm hat & Gloves
- Water Filter
- Water Bladder
- Lighter
- Multi-tool
- Headlamp
- Sharpie marker & small notebook (sharpie wrapped with some backup duct-tape)
- A couple of back-up energy bars
As of today that forms the basis of what is always in my day-pack & I consider ready to go. Just refill the water, add food or snacks for the day & I am ready to head out. Repeat as necessary. Over the course of the summer I will be updating this - particularly with the addition of emergency/first-aid/repair items.
Happy Spring & Happy Trails
~ David

