Backpack for a high school girl?

Erika

What kind of backpacks do high school girls use?
How big would you recommend?
Tote? Or like Backpack, and like which colors are in???
I think i am also going to be carrying my purse, and might want to put my purse in my backpack occasionally?

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Hey girl!

Backpacks can be .... confusing, to say the least. You want one that's durable, but also stylish. Easy to carry, yet not too small. Big, yet not overpowering.

Many girls have resorted into carrying large purses or tote bags with them instead of backpacks. This works well for many but hardly works for some. Many who carry purses put important things in the purse and carry the rest which can be very convenient!

... which can be perfect for you purse!

Although purses / totes are in, for a more urban / functional look, carry around a shoulder backpack.

Like this one: http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=22891972&parentid=W_ACC_BAGS

This type of bag holds more than a purse but not that much more! This bag is for a more medium to medium heavy load

Typical looking backpacks, like JanSport bags, aren't "in style" at the moment, although they are very durable. Although, exceptions can be made.

Like this bag: http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=23993264&parentid=W_ACC_BAGS

It's functional and durable, yet stylish!

This one is for the really really heavy loads, so maybe a freshman year or junior year of high school bag!

If you want to know about what colors are in style, "colors" isn't necessarily the right word for some bags. "Patterns" is.

Backpacks with floral or tribal prints are very much in style for backpacks / urban shoulder bags

If you want to be daring and try to find a solid color, make sure it's light or pastel-esque. Solid colors are also acceptable with purses.

Purses and patterns don't necessarily mix. Maybe tote bag and patterns, but not purses and patterns.

All in all, it really does depend of how much work your getting.

Remember that a bag is supposed to last all year, so don't sell yourself short! Make sure you find the right bag for your work load and your style!

I really like the backpacks at UrbanOutfitters, although they can be expensive. But they are durable.

Forever 21 has good, cheap purses as well as UrbanOutfitters!

Good Luck!

Any cute bookbags, backpacks, totes for a freshman girl?

Musicgirl

Ok so im going into the 9th grade and im about to start school shopping. Do you know where i can find a cute backpack or tote for school. I really like aeropostales cute buckle backpacks. Also which do you prefer to carry: backpack or tote?

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I haven't carried a backpack since 5th grade but some stores have super cute backpacks! Many people in high school, no matter their grade, still use backpacks. I personally prefer totes but that's just me. I wear a lot of fashionable clothes so I feel like backpacks will kill my outfit. So here's the rule of thumb I go by..

If you are a tomboy and you wear jeans, tshirts, plaid shirts, and sweatshirts- then buy a backpack.
If you are a girly girl and wear dresses, jeans, flowery/girly shirts, cardigans- then buy a tote!

Victoria's Secret, Roxy, and Coach have some really cute, stylish backpacks! If you're a fashionista, definitely go for a VS Pink or Coach backpack :)
http://www.victoriassecret.com/pink/backpacks/backpack-victorias-secret-pink?ProductID=67484&CatalogueType=OLS ( I love the black, navy crest, and bling black the best. however, i feel like bling black would sometimes look bad with your outfit. get something neutral like black or navy crest)

I love Coach backpacks but they are super expensive- $258. If you have a Coach outlet near you, you might be able to get the Coach backpack for about $80-100! Those outlets are supeeeer cheap.
http://www.coach.com/online/handbags/-handbags_silhouettes_backpacks-10551-10051-5000000000000155671-en?t1Id=62&t2Id=5000000000000155671&tier=2&LOC=LN#110402

Roxy backpacks are also cute and reasonable priced.
http://www.roxy.com/product/index.jsp?productId=13011676&cp=2884997.3176247

You can get a cute tote/messenger bag big enough to fit books just about anywhere- Forever21, Target, Payless, or if you want designer, Michael Kors.
http://www.forever21.com/Product/Product.aspx?BR=f21&Category=acc_handbags_shoulder&ProductID=1012093754&VariantID=
http://www.payless.com/store/product/detail.jsp?catId=cat10375&subCatId=cat10348&skuId=097714005&productId=71801&lotId=097714&category=&catdisplayName=Accessories (i bought this one for school, it's so big and i loveeee it!)

I hope I helped!

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what a good camping/outdoor knife and WHY?

Robert

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Everybody has their own opinion on what makes a good camping and outdoor knife.

Some think that you need a multi-tool to fix gear. Frankly, I usually have one with me when I'm adventure camping, (specifically, a Leatherman Surge), to help with vehicle and gear repairs, but I don't carry one when camping or backpacking. But otherwise I find they are too bulky and heavy on my belt to carry when hiking and backpacking. I could keep a multi-tool in my pack, but then what good would it do me if I am separated from my pack when I need it? And, in the woods, most of the tools (and therefore, weight) on a multi-tool provide no benefit, unless you are driving a Jeep, quad or other off-road vehicle, (and even then, I'd prefer real hand tools to a multi-tool).

Others believe a good camping/outdoor knife should be a medium fixed-blade knife capable of chopping and batoning wood for shelter and fire in an emergency. Something like a Short Ka-Bar, Ontario RAT-5 or Gerber LMF-II fixed-blade knife. My problem with this is the same as a multi-tool: it is not comfortable to keep on my belt, and so it's effectiveness as a survival tool is lost if I'm separated from my pack.

Most hikers and backpackers go with something that's easily carried in their pocket but can provide some basic necessities beyond a good knife blade. A Swiss Army Knife fills this bill nicely, as does some of the smaller Leatherman multi-tools. Things like a toothpick and tweezers see a lot more use than files and screwdrivers on the trails.

Ultimately you need to decide what your philosophy will be on knife carry. I developed mine through 35 years of backpacking, hiking, camping, off-roading and daily carry. Throughout this process I've collected about 30 different knives and multi-tools. The one I carry every day, to the office and to the woods, is a Victorinox Swiss Army Compact.

What to Bring When Camping?

Kenney

What are some basic things/tools one would need for camping?

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As for tools a great deal depends on what style of camping your going to be doing if in an RV then a small tool chest with everything you would need to make repairs "on the road". Same would apply to those heading out to a primitive cabin as well. if your staying in a tent style and car camping you don't need a lot of tools and just a few items will suffice I always bring a ground equalizer (a large tent stake hammer) a hatchet and my leatherman multi tool. If your backpacking reduce that again and just your multi tool will suffice. As for other items the lists are long here is one, adapt it to your needs but never go with out the ten essentials.

http://www.rei.com/expertadvice/articles/family+camping+checklist.html

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Camping/Hiking vs. Kayaking/Canoeing Essay (10 pts!!!)?

Hannah O

Hello. I'm writing a comparison / contrast essay on Camping/Hiking vs. Kayaking/Canoeing, and I need some more ideas to fill up my paper. What I'm thinking of talking about are: differences in equipment, practically, and the actual actions of each, and a similarity in the sense of achievement that comes from getting yourself from one place to another in hiking/kayaking/canoeing. I was going to put in my personal experiences in each, but I'm not sure if comparison/contrast essays are supposed to have that kind of thing. Any additional ideas for the content of the paper would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks!!!

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I have been doing both for about 40 years all over the world. Although they are both very similar in sense of achievement, appreciation of nature, etc they differ somewhat on the technical approach taken to achieve these things. Hiking/camping/backpacking will eventually lead one to the weight and volume consideration to be able to achieve milage goals or tackle challenging elevations. Kayak camping/expeditions will requiere the volume consideration but weight is less of a factor in the decision process. Kind of like hiking with a cart. You can carry more weight but still have to secure everything in a limited amount of space. My typical backpacking trips have me carrying 20-25 #s for a week long trip. While I could probably match that weight for a week long kayak trip for food and camping gear the additional safety gear needs and ability to carry more weight will generally push my gear and food weight to between 60-80 pounds. That can relate to more comfort, i.e. thicker sleeping bag pad, better food, fresh fruits, etc. I use much of the same gear when I kayak as when I hike. I think when you can combine the two and enjoy getting to a campsite via Kayak then hike from that site you have found the perfect balance.
The major difference physically of course is the fact that you are not using the lower part of your body as much as when you are hiking. Sitting for 6-8 hours each day on a multi-day trip can be very challenging for some people. Feelings of claustrophobia, lower back soreness, leg and foot numbness have been observed by fellow paddlers on long days in a kayak.
I have said many times that kayaking is just exactely like hiking on the water.

Camping and Outdoors backpacking equipment...?

Sir Voltag

I am planning a backpacking trip across the states. I plan on going off the beaten track, very bush crafty. I need a way to purify water and cook my food. I found this really awesome camping pot thing. It's called the Snow Peak Trek 900. I really like how the lid doubles as a frying pan. Anyway, every time i search to buy one, the snow peak trek 1400 comes up. They look pretty much the same, and i was wondering if there was a difference between the two.
Cheers!

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The Snow Peak Trek Series is a really nice cooking set up and there is a difference in volume between the 900 and 1400. These numbers indicate the volume of each pot in milliliters. 900 milliliters should be plenty of volume for you if you are planning on taking this trip by yourself. If you like to do a lot of cooking, then maybe the 1400ml pot would be a better option for you. On my solo trips I carry a .85 L pot (850ml) very similar to the Snow Peak series that you mentioned, accept without the fry pan lid, and it works great for me. The way I always judge a pot is whether or not I can cook 2 packets of Ramen at the same time in the one pot, and if I can do that then I can cook just about whatever I want in that size pot. As far as water purification goes I would recommend a chemical treatment like Aquamira (chlorine dioxide) because of its small package and lightweight, and because it sounds as if you plan on making your backcountry trips as side trips from your x-country backpack. I would not want to be carrying around a big heavy water filter all the time if I were only planning on being in the backcountry for some of my USA tour. I hope this helps.

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High School Backpack Help?

Karekala

Im about to start high school and I am not sure what type of backpacks/bags girls use. Do they use backpacks or bags? What kind of backpacks/bags would you recommend that is both stylish and can fit a lot of stuff?

Thank you in advance!
I personally like The Vera Bradley Bags but I do not want to buy something expensive and look immature.

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Most girls use actual bags/purses. I mean either way it doesn't matter what you have but whatever YOU like/want best you should get. Backpacks are kind of nice to cause they are just easier to find and organize but if you do a backpack i suggest you get a jansport in a solid color. Because if you have the prints and flowers,etc it looks kind of immature. But i'm a junior in high school and i've used a backpack 1 year and now i've just been using bags instead.:)

any cute backpacks for high school/ college girls?

Love

i was looking for a small/medium sized backpack for a high school/college girl. Any suggestions? (besides jansports or vera bradley)

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For high school i wouldn't get a small book bag. This may not be exactly what your think of but i really like this one and it seems more practical than getting a small book bag:
http://www.thenorthface.com/catalog/sc-gear/equipment-daypacks-filter-category-womens-backpacks/women-39-s-jester.html
I've been using it for a year and for travel and its a great book bag and great quality!

Another book bag i like is this one:
http://www.aeropostale.com/product/index.jsp?productId=12893895&cp=3534618.3534619.3534623.3541050.3536159.1988359
It may be more of what your looking for as it's smaller and also very cute. I had this for camp and i got ton's of compliments on it!

Also, someone else said the coach book bags, and i love those but they are VERY expensive! If you have the money for it that would probably be my top choice but in reality most people don't spend almost $300 on a book bag! If you can afford it though, definitely get it!

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Seeking a Backpack? Help?

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Does anyone know where i can find animal backpacks under $30???
Heres an example of what i mean when i say animal:

http://www.hottopic.com/hottopic/SchoolStyleGuide/BackpacksLaptopCases/Panda-Backpack-188510.jsp

I'd like to know if there's any retailers that sell any other animal-backpacks of some sort X)
Or have you seen any other 'animal' backpacks??
Thanks, Anne

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http://www.skiphop.com/product/21020.html
http://www.ioffer.com/i/linda-toddler-infant-boys-girl-animal-zoo-pack-backpack-384344592
http://www.google.com/search?q=ecozoo+backpack&ie=utf-8&oe=utf-8&aq=t&rls=org.mozilla:en-US:official&client=firefox-a#q=ecozoo+backpack&oe=utf-8&rls=org.mozilla:en-US:official&client=firefox-a&um=1&ie=UTF-8&tbo=u&tbm=shop&source=og&sa=N&hl=en&tab=wf&bav=on.2,or.r_gc.r_pw.&fp=3d8740a2b5f0082c&biw=1680&bih=836

they all seem meant for little kids though

Parents... What is your opinion on Child Safety Harness (Backpack w/connecting strap)?

Angiebaby

I'm just trying to get opinions on Child Safety Harnesses (backpacks w/connecting strap)

Bad or Good? What do you think?

Thanks!
I'm not sure if I want to use one or not. My 15 month old daughter doesnt like her stroller much. She wants to walk, but as toddlers tend to do, she walks away. Serious answers only please.

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We use the backpack "Minnie Mouse" harness with my daughter and she loves it..although we have only had to use it twice, once when we went to the zoo and another time at a fair...both were crowded places. I don't use ours on a daily basis or in places like the grocery store, at home, etc. but in crowded places where she is likely to want to walk around out of her stroller seeing as how were at those places for long hours I use it. She won't really hold our hands just yet and after a minute or two she starts to drag her feet or she resists to walk with us, but with the harness we don't have a problem. I don't see any harm in them what so ever..if your child will walk with you and hold your had without a problem, then that is great and you probably don't need one, but all kids are different, so parents who are quick to judge or make comments like "just hold the kids hand", need to realize not all kids are like theirs and some do resist..like mine. I would rather see a person have a child with a harness on then to see them dragging their kid by the arm or hand if he or she is refusing to walk..that looks worse to me. I don't get the whole "dog" comparison to child harnesses either. Leashes are attached to a collar that is worn around the neck....this is a backpack, so I don't agree with that argument. We harness young kids into everything...car seats, strollers, high chairs, etc. so what is the difference. Someone could be just as quick to say that putting a child in a crib is treating them like a dog as well, because it resembles a cage to keep them confined...when really we know that its all about safety, so if it keeps the kid safe and he or she doesn't mind it, I don't know why others have to make a big deal out of it.

We use our stroller always when on long trips or when an outing requires a lot of walking and our daughter is mostly in her stroller, but in crowded places like the time we went to the zoo, we spent 6 hours there (it was a big zoo), so my question is...would you want to sit for 6 hours straight and not be able to get out some and walk around..considering my kid won't hold our hands..so I use the harness in that instance and I will continue to use it. Hand holding is great if your kid cooperates, I agree, and yes, to someone who said "how many children do you know that have been hit by a car when holding their parents hand?", I know one....she was an almost 2 year old who got loose from her mom's hand and ran into the road..she was hit by a car and killed instantly. Do whatever works for you as a parent, whether it be by using a child harness for your child or by simply holding your child's hand, its all about safety anyway, that is the real aspect of the matter, so I really don't know why some make it a point to judge a parent on how they restrain their child....I say mind their own business, raise their child the way they want and leave others alone, ....its none of their concern. There is far worse in this world than a parent using a harness to restrain their child...at least they do have safety as a concern, they wouldn't be using it if they didn't. I'd be more concerned about the parent that lets their child run around like a chicken with its head cut off.....now that something to worry about.

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Best camping site near S.F. Bay area? Recommend!!?

Seung Chul

Hi..

I'm thinking about camping near S.F Bay area.

I live in Santa Clara County (San Jose).

The party (about 6 people) planning to go to camping end of March.

Area driving within 3 hours will be fine.

Please recommend the best camping site in Northern Cali~

Thanks.

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It usually would depend on what type of camping you are looking to do... car camping or backpacking. However, in your case, I would certainly suggest Big Sur for either. From Monterey to San Simeon there are limitless options. For car camping, be sure to check out Pfeiffer and Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Parks. Limekiln is also nice. If you are backpacking, consider venturing into the Ventana or Silver Peak Wilderness Areas, part of the Los Padres National Forest. Both are accessible from Hwy. 1 or from lesser known roads within the Santa Lucia Range.
I would include some links for you, but searching any of these places online will yield numerous results.

Have a great time!

Good places to backpack around Bay Area, California?

Jetskier

Hi,
Me and my group of friends are used to backpacking in desolation wilderness and the area around that. We are now looking into going during our winter break some where at least sort of around the Bay Area. We don't want to have to deal with snow but the cold is absolutely fine.
What we are looking for is a good 2-3 day trip with low to moderate incline. Also, we like the single track trail type of desolation wilderness. Does any one know any good places and possibly some links to info on them?
Thanks a lot!!!
Oh and also we like to be sort of secluded.

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I believe it's Henry Coe State Park, going south from the Bay Area on Highway 101, it's just east of Morgan Hill. It's been about 25 years since I was there, don't have any current information, but it was quite pleasant for wintertime backpacking. All of it was low elevation, coastal mountain, oak trees and manzanita environment with several lakes and streams, pretty much the same weather as San Jose. The park is strictly hiking/horseback, can't remember if there was a campground for car camping or not.

If you search under California State Parks you should be able to find current info.

Hiked it years ago.

Edit: Chris, you are right, Big Sur Canyon is beautiful. 12 miles in is Sykes Hot Springs, a natural, un-developed hot springs right on the bank of the Big Sur River. During the winter though a redwood forest is very dark, gloomy place and the canyon being very narrow doesn't allow much sunlight over the ridge to the canyon floor. I've been there in January.

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Do you know any stories of the homeless?

hanna

Why they became homeless? How do they get help from people (if they get any help at all)? and so on... BE CREATIVE!!

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I know about half the "homeless" on the streets of Vancouver, BC are just stupid kids from Quebec that come out west to live on the street like hippies (free love, smoke a ton of weed, play their drum and work on their dreads, etc.) and they do it because "its stylish"... its as much a coming of age thing for them as backpacking Europe is for so many others fresh out of high school. Sad thing is, it is working for them... you can apparently make up to $300 a day cleaning windshields. We call them squeegie kids and they're annoying as hell when you're stuck at a light as they come knocking on your window with a sign and start pouring dirty water on your car. I'm not mad at them... I'm mad at everyone who can't see through the sad look and a couple of ratty clothes and see its all a con to get you to give them some coins. With Canada's one and two dollar coins weighing everyone's pockets down, you can easilly clean up.

As for getting help.. they don't want it. They have more than enough saved up at the end of the summer to head back home when the rain starts to fall.

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Outdoor/Camping store on Long Island, NY?

lax attack

Hey, I am currently in Manhasset; which is on Long Island in NY. I am looking for a outdoor, preferably a camping/backpacking store on Long island. I have checked REI and Gander Mountain, and they are both located more upstate NY. If you could just tell me of any camping stores that you know of, and where on Long Island they are located, that would be great

thanks alot

Answer
Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS) in Carle Place - On Glen Cove Road I think. Happy Camping!

How to convince parents to let me go on backpacking thing?

Q. So at the end of this month there's this camp thing I really, really want to go to. It's for 14-15 year olds, in upstate NY, two weeks and it's hiking, camping and backpacking. Also a leadership thing.
I just have this love of nature and adrenaline and survivalism and being out there in the wilderness, it's really my passion. I don't know even how to describe it. I just love it. I've fallen in love with wild untamed things and with exerting yourself physically and forgetting about emotional shit that's been plaguing me. I just really want to do it.

What can I say to them? They'll be like,"so you're just trying to get away from home huh. So you can go and be irresposible o_0"

So what can I say?

I haven't even mentioned it yet because I'm not sure how to ask.

How can I make a stunningly good first impression of this on them?

Thanks everyone!

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If it is for 14 and 15 year olds, you should have a brochure that identifies the camp, level of supervision, contact numbers, etc.. Also if it is also a "leadership thing" there should be information on that as well as testimonials and endorsements.
If you can't provide that and more, then your parents would be crazy to let you go.
Highlight all the good stuff in the brochure that you think might impress your folks.

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Backpacking Through Europe, Backpack Suggestion?

Olivia T

I'm planning on going "backpacking through Europe" this summer. I say that in quotations because a lot of destinations I'm actually staying with family and friends. I'm planning on going to Ireland, England, Switzerland, Italy, Spain, and France. I would only be staying in Hostels in Switzerland and England so I was really wanting a really nice traveling backpack that also works as a suitcase. I like the idea of http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008BZLV22/ref=ox_sc_act_title_8?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A1MPSLFC7L5AFK because I like all the compartments but the backpack straps are not meant to be used for a long period of time.

If anyone from experience or just knows of a good backpack/suitcase that would be practical for my travel experience please let me know! It will be greatly appreciated!

Ps. My trip will probably last around a month

Thank you
For the most part other then a few plane trips I will be traveling around on train

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The backpack/suitcase you linked to will be very difficult to carry. Either take a suitcase or a backpack. If you decide yo take a backpack buy it in a reputable store where you can try it on for comfort. But taking a small to medium suitcase is fine, even for staying in hostels - having a backpack is not mandatory!

good backpack brands?

Bailey

what are good backpack brands?

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ULA Equipment â An extremely popular backpack brand with lightweight backpacking enthusiasts, ULA Equipment makes an excellent product that balances weight with durability and a few innovative design features too. One example being the OHM, a great backpack that weighs in at 640 g, or 1.4 lbs.

Gossamer Gear â Another very popular backpack brand with the lightweight backpacking crowd. Gossamer Gear has been building quality lightweight backpacks for a number of years now and they've built up a following and a reputation for quality. A good example of their product line is the Mariposa, a backpack that weighs 632 g, or 1.4 lbs.

GoLite â This backpack brand has been going more and more mainstream, and the weights of some of their backpacks have been creeping up as they've done so. Regardless of weight though, they make good quality backpacks and are still a popular choice for lightweight backpacking enthusiasts. The Jam is one of their more popular backpacks, and weighs 840 g, or 1.85 lbs.

Mountain Laurel Design â Another of the backpack brands that is popular with lightweight backpackers but largely unknown to the average backpacker. That could change though, as Mountain Laurel Designs won the Reader's Choice Award for Best Ultralight Backpack in 2011. The winning backpack was the Exodus, a great backpack that weighs just 425 g, or .94 lbs.

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Backpack for highschool?

LoveLife14

So I have a few questions and this might be long! (advanced warning :D)
So schools starting soon and I want to kinda get an idea of like stuff I'm gonna need.
First question: Should I carry a backpack or a totebag? Or just leave stuff in my locker? I'm kinda leaning toward backpack for one, because I can have access to all my stuff and don't have to worry about being late to class. Second, it wont hurt my back as much as a tote.

Second question: I don't really play sports except trapshooting. Would it be odd or weird if I carried like an Adidas, Under Armour, etc. backpack even though I'm not "athletic", meaning I don't play sports? (Sorry if that is a little confusing, it made since in my head :D)

But it would be great if someone could help and maybe give a few suggestions! Thanks so much!!
I will also be carrying a laptop, so it would be nice to have one with like a laptop sleeve or something like that!

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I definitely think you should carry a Back-pack or if you are a girl (a big roomy and light hobo purse), actually a tote isn't a bad idea.
When you are in high school, you have to speed off from one class to the next. In my opinion a locker is not a convenient idea as you would have to go through the trouble of walking around or through huge crowds of people to get to your locker then the locker combination will also take up time. It's better to just carry everything you need for the day.

If you have A day-B day, I would advise you to prepare two 2 inch binders. One for A day and one for B day. That way, you will not have to carry around extra weight from carrying around papers and notebooks meant for other classes you won't be taking that day. You will have only the binder filled with dividers, class work, notes, and homework for each class/subject that you will be taking, then you switch binders the next day to suit the classes you will be taking.

If you don't have A-day B-day, just carry a light, but sturdy 3 inch ring binder with tab dividers to separate each class/subject.

You can easily put that in a back pack, or hobo purse along with any books assigned.

On the backpack brand, it doesn't matter. Many people take Adidas, Nike, or other sports brand and they are not athletic at all. So don't worry, you can take any brand you like.

Any ideas for a sporty backpack for school?

Emma

I need at new backpack for school. I'm not a tomboy but I am also not a girly girl. I'm more sporty than anything. I HATE the color pink but I am not goth or anything and I want a cool new backpack! I would really want a cool backpack from any sport places like Nike or under armor. I like colors like blue and green and maybe a little black. I want it to be boyish but not too boyish because I don't want a matching backpack with a boy at my school haha!! Sorry if I spelled anything wrong!! Hope you guys can help.

Answer
http://www.llbean.com/llb/shop/818?nav=s5-hp

look around here.

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What is a good cheap tent brand? Greatland,Ozark Trail or Field and stream?

bridget36

Looking to buy a big enough tent for a family of 5. I don't want to spend to much money because I am not sure if I will even like camping.So I will like to buy a store brand. I am not sure what kmarts brand is. Anyway out of the brands I listed above our any of them good?

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All very good advice above. I will give my two-cents worth. I have two, four-man (9'x7') Ozark Trail tents from Wal-Mart. For a family camping trip, these work great, they are easy to set up, pretty good bang for the buck and over-all have been pretty good tents that have lasted several years and are still holding up. Would I climb Everest or go on an extended backpacking or climbing trip with them, absolutely NOT! I have a quality, one-man backpacking tent for my more serious backpacking trips that I bought from REI. As somebody else said, a tent for the kids and a tent for you guys is the way to go, it's what I do. Two smaller tents are cheaper than one large tent and two small tents are easier to set up than one large tent. I tend to be very organized when I camp. My wife and kids scatter their "crap" all over the tent. Having two tents helps this a lot. The other plus to this is if something happens to one of the tents, it gets a tear, catches on fire, whatever, you have a back-up. Everybody has opinions based upon personal experience, and this is my personal experience. I hope your family develops a love of camping and the outdoors, it's a fantastic family experience.

Do you have A tent link this?

Dane_62

I'm considering buying a Northwest Territory 18 x 17 ft. Eagle River Dome Tent w/Screen Porch from Kmart for 94.00 ($56 off). (link http://www.kmart.com/shc/s/p_10151_10104_9990000023613611P?vName=Fitness+%26+Sports)

However I have not been able to find any reviews on it. I'm looking for someone who owns this tent, has used this tent, or owns a similar Northwest Territory tent. Please let me know what you think of it.

Also if you own any tent close to this size 18X17X6.5 do you have trouble finding campsites where you can set up a tent this big?

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I think you get what you pay for, and this brand, from this store that isn't very much. It might last a couple of seasons, but I wouldn't put it through a rain storm or any significant wind.

Also the size seems way overkill. If I was car camping with a large family I'd prefer if we kept it two, or maybe three, people to a nice sturdy dome tent. Then you could put up a screen tent for sitting around together. Those smaller tents could also be used for other things, like kids camp outs, backpacking trips, while this giant tent is only good for one thing.

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Cute school backpack for teen girls?

Christa

So, I desperately need a new backpack. I'm a teenage girl in high school, so i have a lot of books and stuff to bring. I don't really want a bright color, a solid color is fine, but so is a calm pattern. It needs to be sturdy, and pretty big for all my booksI liked the Jansport floral chambarly, but so started looking and like the rucksack style. Are there any pretty, cute, sturdy rucksacks that are fairly big and have more than one pocket? :) thank you

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first thing first. you should get a backpack that is durable. make sure it can carry all of yor books and notebooks etc. you could find some with a nice pattern. jansport is a good brand. have you ever heard of high sierra? they are really goo backpacks and have nice patterns. thats what my backpack is :p

*** EASY *** Girls, what backpack do you use?

Meera

I'm going to be a junior in high school and am wondering whether I should carry around a backpack, those backpacks that have a bunch of pockets and open with a drawstring, a tote bag, or a giant purse. ** I'm usually quiet in class, don't like anything too bright or flashy, not a tomboy, & need something strong because I tend to walk home which takes 25 minutes** so what do you use? :)

1) what grade are you in?
2) what type of bag do you carry?
3) why do you like the bag?
4) can you show me a picture or tell me what store you got it from? (it's okay if you can't :) )

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1) 10th grade
2) This is gonna sound weird but i have three bags that i use for school which include a High Sierra Swerve Backpack, a large black sequenced tote and a satchel bag (reason i have so many bags is because i like to switch it up depending on how many books i have to carry - mainly use the backpack though)
3)I like my backpack because it has alot of compartments which keep my school supplies organised and fits everything and it still feels light even when it is loaded with heavy textbooks, binders etc.
4)http://www.amazon.com/High-Sierra-2230-Cubic-Inches-Daypack/product-reviews/B004P0XQFC?pageNumber=35

http://lappacks.com/shop/images/3199/swerve456bluewash.jpg/

(I didnt buy the backpack online i got it at a store)

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2-3 day backpacking pack?

Marc

Hello!
To start off, I'm the textbook definition of a backpacking beginner. I don't know ANYTHING! I know I'll need a backpack that can hold all my supplies from a tent to my food. Besides that, I know nothing... so keep the fancy words out please?

So my friends and I are an ambitious group of 17 year olds, and we want to go backpacking this summer. We plan to do an overnight camping trip at Brown County State park. The first concern I need to get out of the way is a backpack. I talked to a guy at Bass Pro Shop, but he didn't help much. I need to know what size bag I'm looking for. He suggested just a plain old ordinary backpack, but a little more rugged.
I'd totally go for that, but a standard rugged backpack cost some $$$. I want a backpacking backpack that'll be good for an overnight, but if we find out we like it I'll still be able to use it for a 2-3 day trip.
I'm a teenager still, so I can't buy a backpack specifically for an overnight, then a 2-3 day. BACKPACKS ARE EXPENSIVE!!

Here's what I'm looking at so far, will it be sufficient? (Please suggest any other packs if you want, I really need help...)

http://shop.camelbak.com/2012-vantage-ft/d/1024

I found it cheaper on another site, but I thought you'd like the specs straight from the source. This one is a little more expensive, but it comes with a water bladder. Those things alone are an extra +$30, so I think that's a good price.
Keep in mind there'll be 3 more of us, so we'll be able to divide up the tent.

PLEASE help me find a good backpack and if you have any advice for camping gear or just plan old camping advice for us n00bs, it'd be much appreciated. Thanks!
I found this one too, is it sufficient?

http://www.ebags.com/product/high-sierra/titan-55/210782?productid=10127369&rlid=DETAIL

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The first link is only rated for 20-35 pounds so it doesn't sound very durable (tough).
The 2nd link has so much junk on it, I wonder what it weighs. But you definitely need to spend more than $60 to get a good pack. You should be thinking in the $150 range if you want it to last.

Consider North Face Terra 65. I have the 60. It is very well made and light weight. The 65 has more space inside than the 60.
http://www.thenorthface.com/catalog/sc-gear/terra-65-pack.html

THINGS TO THINK ABOUT:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RPjGIheVi4w&feature=endscreen
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ttRFIvsuf4A&feature=related
Don't forget bandannas and duct tape.

Flask: In need of the best and warmest.?

Mountain_C

Hey, I'm in need of a heat retaining flask, but not just any flask. The absolute warmest flask to keep hot liquids warm for 24h or more. Price doesn't matter. I've heard about the Aladdin Stanley bolt flask and the Aladdin challenger flask but some reviews say they have dropped heat retention over just a year...... I intend using this Flask for mountaineering, a few years perhaps the Himalayas so I will use it in conjunction with the Outdoor Research Flask Parka. If you have experience with the best and warmest heat retaining flask or know about, then please share. Thank you.

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The solution is called a "stove."

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On my first backpacking trip of in 2012, I established a base camp below tree line on flat ground near the cabin. After boiling four liters of water and drinking a bottle of hot chocolate, I hunkered deep into my down sleeping bag through twelve hours of a cold night in the dull glow of a nearly full moon.

At first light, I crawled out of my low-profile shelter and dined on a handful of nuts with another bottle of coffee blended with more hot chocolate. Following a path across tundra meadow and hip high willows, I turned southeast at a junction to ascend the northwest ridge of Mount Belford on snow-filled, crumbly switchbacks.

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Camping/Backpacking in OH/MI/PA/NY?

jvb

My husband and I live near Cleveland and want to backpack through a national or state park for 4-5 days this summer. We don't want to drive more than ~6 hours from our home. Where should we go for the best hiking and camping?

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Promised Lands State Park, Pocono Mountains PA. I am there almost every weekend. Great for camping/fishing/and hiking. Very good trails. see website. Have Fun!

Does anyone hike/backpack/camp with their kids?

riversmom3

I have a 1 year old and I think by next fall she'll either be too big or too wiggly to be carried in the backpack carrier (Kelty Kids). Does anyone take thier toddlers hiking? Camping? Any suggestions? We go in the mountains of PA.

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I took my son on his first hike at six months old, in a Snugli carrier, with a daypack on my back. A month later we went on our only backpacking trip using the same carrier. By the time he was 9 months old we'd switched to a Kelty Meadow KIDS carrier, which we used for two years for day hiking, but as my wife is too weak to carry the kid, we never were able to figure out how to go backpacking, unless I carried over 50 lbs, including the kid, which is too much for the Kelty Meadow.

We used the Kelty until he was 2 years & 5 months old when we tried to experiment to see how far he could walk, which was about 33% of the time, with 66% of the time riding on my shoulders, which wasn't very comfortable. So we purchased a Sherpani Rhumba UL carrier for our vacation to Hawaii, at age 2 1/2, weight 30 lbs, and he rode in that about 66% of the time on several day hikes. (I don't recommend that carrier because the stitching came out and we had to return it, but we did get a full refund.)

At around 2 years, 10 months he hiked about 75% of the way on a seven mile hike around Muir Woods NM, the rest on my shoulders. I don't plan to put him in a carrier any more, but if we hadn't had it in Hawaii our hikes would've been impossible.

We never had a problem with wiggliness. You are kind of torturing them if you keep them in there a long time, so we never did extremely long hikes, and always stopped and let him rest and play as much as possible, moving no more than 1 MPH over a whole day, their experience of the woods just as important as mine. He'd usually fall asleep in the carrier in the afternoon for an hour or two. We never felt the need to bring toys along to keep him quiet.

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backpacking trip-list of essentials?

Erika

Me and my bf are going backpacking for three days ( in a forested mountainous area) in a couple of weeks, and i have a basic list of what to bring, but i want to make sure we don't leave behind anything important, could someone give me a list of what to bring or even just several things that aren't usually thought of? thanks!

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Remember that if you are backpacking, everything you take, you CARRY!

This is my list from a recent 4 day trip. You will need to add a couple cold weather clothing items. Water is one of the heaviest items. Make sure you know where reliable water sources are, and carry plenty, but don't tank up if you don't need to; there are few things more irritating than carrying 4 pounds of water, over mountains, past half a dozen good water sources!

My partner and i split some items, and since I carried the tent, he carried more of the food. 30 to 35 pounds for 4 days isn't too bad. You will not need to carry quite as much food.

Clothing3.44 Pounds
1 Marmot PreCip Rain Jacket 13 oz
1Marmot PreCip Rain Pants 11 oz
1Under Armor Loose Fit Heat Gear T-Shirt 7 oz
1Magellan West Bay Zip-Off pants 15 oz
1Under Armour Compression Shorts 4 oz
1Thorlo Trekking, Light socks 5 oz

Gear16.50 Pounds (Including Pack)
1Osprey Atmos 65, backpack 57 oz
1AquaMira Purification System drops 3 oz
2Bandanna 1 oz
1MSR Titanium cup 2 oz
1REI Plastic Spork 2 oz
1Big Agnes Seedhouse SL-2 50 oz
1Big Agnes Seedhouse SL-2 Footprint 8 oz
1Lafuma Extreme 600 Long +45 bag 20 oz
1Thermorest Pro-Lite Plus 33 oz
1Highgear Trail Drop compass/watch 1 oz
1Leatherman Juice CS4, multipurpose knife 6 oz
1Petzel Tikka Plus LED Headlamp 3 oz
3Energizer Spare AAA Batteries 3 oz
4REI Stuff Sack 4 oz
1Granite Gear Reduction Dry Stuff 2 oz
1Sony Camera 4 oz
1Sony Spare Battery 1 oz
2BIC Lighter 4 oz
1Whistle - Just in case things get AFU 2 oz
1First Aid Kit Existing 4 oz
1Off Active Off 4 oz
1Suntan Lotion Small⦠4 oz
1REI Duck's Back pack cover 6 oz
1REI 50' Rope 3 oz
1Crocs camp and water crossing 7 oz
1Toothpaste (Travel) 1 oz
1Toothbrush (Small) 2 oz
3Toilet Paper (Small roll) 9 oz
2Wipes (Small pack) 6 oz
1CampsudsSoap, 2 oz 2 oz
6Zip-Lock Baggies various sizes 3 oz
1 Small pad and pencil 2 oz
1 Maps, Other (???) 4 oz

Food, Water14.35 Pounds
2Water In 3.0 L Bladder 70 oz
0.75Water In 25 fl oz Bottle 26 oz
6Gatorade singles various 6 oz
1CamelBakBottle - 25 fl. oz 6 oz
1Platypus Hoser 3.0L Reservoir bladder 4 oz
17.33 Lbs. Food from Menu Worksheet 117 oz

Total Weight 549 oz *** 34.28 POUNDS ***

Concentrate on DRIED food; they weigh a LOT less. Make sure you carry plenty of carbs; you will need it. And make sure you EAT; you might even have to force yourself to stop during the day and eat. If not you will run out of energy.

You will probably want to take a stove; I usually do not. You can get some really nice ultralight stoves like the MSR Pocket Rocket (boils water in a few mintes, weighes about 3 ounces!)

You might want to eliminate a few things that I took that were a little heavy... The Thermorest Pro-Lite Plus self-inflating pad was worth EVERY ounce, but I'm 46. You might be able to get away with a thin foam pad that weighs less than 5 ounces. The crocs are great at the end of the day when you boots are wet with sweat; I put them on at camp and let my boots air out. The Gatorade singles are nice if the water doesn't taste good; the electrolytes don't hurt either.

Mostly HAVE FUN!!! I wish I was going; I'm stuck in my office until May now...

Healthy food for backpacking? Suggestions?

FrenzyJan

Hey all,

Last weekend I went for a short backpack weekend to test my gear and to see where I can make some small adaptations before the real trip.
I'm going to backpack in Scotland, and I aim to be close to nature, and I like it to be primitive. Primitive, in the sense that I don't want to hit every shop to buy food, I would love to camp in the wild and so on. I want to trust on the things I carry with me, instead of having the idea of buying what I want when I need to.
The thing is, food is heavy, as is water. I carry as less with me as possible, and stuff the rest of my backpack full of water and food. I'm looking for healthy food, but it need to be compact/high density. I prefer nuts above butter. I need to eat more, when I walk 40 kilometres a day and the food I want to eat must have some benefits. So no chocolate (which has a high density) but e.g. avocados.

The food also has to be in the right conditions, even when I carry it with me a week long, while it is hot.

I made oatmeal cookies with: oatmeal, flax seed, pumpkin seed, sunflower seed, dried fruit, honey and eggs (and tried a batch with butter).

so now, I'm looking for alternatives. I have nuts on my list, as well as avocados, oatmeal cookies (for fibre etc). Do you have any suggestions for other foods? I was thinking about a variation on the oatmeal cookies with peanut butter. I don't think I really enjoy eating avocados as a meal.

I'm a vegetarian for 18 years now, but I was thinking about dried meat as well. (to survive in nature, instead of spoiling meat at Mac Donalds etc, during backpacking it has a higher purpose than just stuffing myself full of meat.) But help me out! Does dried beef exist? Can I make that myself as well?

Thank you for helping me out!
FrenzyJan

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It is not essential to eat meat , all the amino acids found in meat can be found in a variety of beans and seeds. Soy bean products and quinoa seed are both especially high in essential amino acids for example.
As to your hiking you have some good ideas such as the nuts which give protein fats and minerals , be sure to have a variety of mixed nuts and consider adding sunflower seeds and pumpkin seed to the mix , that is what I add to my mix of nuts. Raisins are also good and other dried fruit such as figs apricots and dates are good too.
The oatmeal biscuits is a good idea and they can be made with some peanuts or peanut butter in the mixture. I would not take avocado myself unless maybe to eat on the first day out as they are quite heavy for the amount of food value and have a short shelf life. You are against chocolate but remember it is a high energy source and if wrapped in clothing will not melt on hot days so I believe it to be preferable to avocado.
I would also take vitamin/mineral tablets along and water purification tablets or otherwise a small hikers stove to boil water on so that you can use stream water along the way.
Dried meat does exist and is known as jerky in the USA and biltong in South Africa. It is certain to be available in the UK but probably not common , it is a long process to make yourself as the meat is soaked in a mixture of salt and herbs and spices and dries in the sun. But you really do not need meat , i am also vegetarian and manage very well without it.
I also take along Lactogen Infant Formula which is powdered milk for small children and it is jammed full of every vitamin and mineral that anyone could need plus it has high energy levels , or you could just buy a similar high nutrition powder milk that people who are recovering from illness take . the pharmacy or supermarket or health food shop will have various brands.
Just by the way you mention flax seed (linseed) flax seed is a small hard seed that is not normally crushed by the teeth and so is not digested by the body , it can only be digested if taken in an already crushed form like as flax seed powder or flax seed meal .

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Toddler Rain Coats?

impala400s

hello, we are going on a vacation on May 21....i know doesnt leave me much time ...any way im looking for a rain coat for our little girl she is two and where we are going is a good chance of rain we have a backpack carrier that is water proof but i dont think that will do so can anyone help me out? either a online store or a store store like target i checked walmart and couldnt find one i dont want to go threw ebay.Thanks bunches!!

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I work at the Old Navy warehouse and I can assure you they have cute Raincoats, rain hats, rain boots and umbrellas. I wanted to get them but I have a boy. Gap baby does as well.

is it hard to travel from mexico into south america?

Woodrow

I was looking into backpacking through mexico, is it hard to go from mexico into south america? I was thinking about continuing into south america.
So you say not to travel from mexico into central america and then into south america by surface. so fly from one to the other? and once Im in central and south america is it safe to to travel by foot?

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Oh Danny boy gave you some good advice, but you can Not pass the Darien Gap. It is Not possible without flight.
I am sorry bud but you are on a suicide mission whether you know it or not. I was in escuela y mi Maestro me dijo no se puede pasar el "Topon de Darien!!"

Te vas a morir ese!!!! Quedete donde estas Guy!!!
I can almost grantee you will come home in a Body Bag

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