You will save time and money following a camping travel-packing-list when planning a pack trip on horsesThe camping travel-packing-list is one of the important ways to make sure you have all the gear needed for your horseback camping trip.
The difference between the right and wrong gear could cancel the trip or at the least, cut it short. It is best to use the camping travel-packing-list to prepare for your trip on horses, it is also important to check it again before you start the journey. If you check both times, you should have everything you need. Essential Gear
Sawbuck & Packsaddle: consists of a tree, or wooden blocks that sit on the horse's back. Along with, a canvas saddle cover, ropes, and straps which are used to secure the load on the horse's back. The packsaddle Ideally rests on a saddle blanket or saddle pad to spread the weight of the load and lessen its burden on the back of the horse. 
Horse panniers: typically are made of lightweight plastic, or canvas and built to distribute weight evenly on either side of the horse. Saddle check: make sure the saddle fits properly and double saddle pad every horse to prevent sores. Check that all tie strings are in good working order and long enough to tie on extra gear like a rain coat. Check out our horseback riding tips page for more helpful information about horses and pack trips. 
Water: is an important items on the travel-packing-list. It is the heaviest items to pack, so kept it to a minimum. When possible collect water from moving streams and rivers.Carry a water filter with you to filter all water, just to be on the safe side. No one wants to be sick or running to the restroom when they are out in the forest. Right!
Tools: An Ax for cutting firewood and cleaning trails, A shovel for digging latrines,and a rake for camp clean up. Don't forget replacement horseshoes and nails, A clinch, nippers and small hammer.
Cooking Gear: It is best to bring two small light weight cook stoves that uses propane, with a total of four burners for cooking and heating water. This will add a little more cooking space. Extra space is always nice. 
Dutch ovens are a good choice for your cooking needs. You can cook with them, using fire, coal, or the propane stove.Don't forget all the cooking utensils and eating supplies because it's hard to eat and drink hot food with your hands. 
Sleeping gear: Always pack for the bad weather conditions. This means use good quality tents. IF you are taking a out and back pack trip and your base camp is established in one place, a canvas tent is a good choice. This type of tent is a good size tent. Extra comforts can be brought along like Cots to sleep on or a coleman heater if needed etc. 
A light weight tent that can be assembled and dissembled fast, is the best choice for a circular pack trip because the camp most be take down and put back up each day. There are many types of camping tents available for you to choose from. Be sure to bring a fold-up rain fly or tarp that can be strung between trees to provide some shelter in camp. 
There are many different styles of sleeping bags. It is very important to research the sleeping bag of your choice. Make sure your travel-packing-list includes sleeping bags that can handle the outdoor temperatures when you are camping. The best way is to check the temperature rating of the sleeping bag. The sleeping bag in the photo is only good for temperatures above 30 degrees. It would be a good sleeping bag for the summer mouths as well as low altitudes.
This sleeping bag can with stand temperatures below -20 as well as high altitudes. It would be excellent for early spring or late fall pack trips. Remember to alway consider the elements when planning to camp outdoors. You can protect your sleeping bags from the weather by rolling them up and place them in a waterproof bag. Then store them in the packsaddle or panniers. Remember to always use the travel-packing-list to make sure that you have everything you need when camping in the backcountry. Good luck and have a great time!
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