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What should I bring with me to the Grand Canyon?

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Im backpacking for a couple nights in the Grand Canyon. Any suggestions for some essentials from people who have been there. Im taking freeze dried food (like mre's) but are there any other suggestions on what to take to eat? ANything in particular that I SHOULD never forget?

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The most important thing you can take is water, water, and more water. High energy snacks to eat on the trail. Beef jerky. Be sure to let someone know where you are and when you plan to be back.
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WATER!!!!There are noodles that come in little baggies or plates and all you have to do is heat up the water and they are ready.Any kind of noodles like the instant ones.

Campbell chicken noodle soup.they are ready to go all you have to do is open them.

You can take powder milk(unless you are lactose intolerant).

and you know cereal last a while.

Warm clothes for the night.
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VERY THOUROUGH!

Don't forget to tell your credit card companies you will be on vacation. Also, one of those plastic over the door shoe holders are wonderful for holding all of your stuff.

Birth Certificate

Drivers Licence

Credit Card

Travlers Check

ID Copies

Itinerary

E-Tickets

Conf. Papers

Conf. Numbers

Cash

Small Bills (tips)

Boarding Pass

S S # Card

Medication Sheets

ATM Card

Medicine

Med RX Papers

Dramamine

Advil

Tylenol/Bayer

Diabetic Supplies

Band Aids

Q-Tips

Antiseptic Wipes

Alcohol

Tweezers

Benadryl Stick

Baking Soda

Off - Bug Repellant

Sunscreen

Eye Drops

Burn Gel

Chapstick

Vaseline

Nail Clippers

Soap

Washrags

Swim Container

Beach Towels

Swim Shoes

Goggles/Snorkel

Sandals

Phone Cards

Shoe Pads

Sewing Kit

Scissors

Safety Pins

Ear Planes

Tissues

Hand Soap

Bar Soap

Nail File

Brush / Comb

Hair Accessories

Scruncies

Hairspray

Gel

Makeup

Shampoo

Toothbrush

Toothpaste

Dental Floss

Mints/Spray

Toilet Paper

Razors

Shaving Cream

Alarm Clock

Waterprf. Watch

Travel Pillow

Flashlight

Plastic Bags

Dry Containers

Ziplock Baggies

Rubber Bands

Sheet

Pillowcases/Pillow

Deodorant

Batteries

Gameboy

Walkie/Talkies

MP3 Player

Headphones

CD Player

Books / CDs

Puzzle Magazine

Dad Glasses / Case

Sunglasses

Visor/Hat

Cameras / Film

Small Backpack

Pen/Pencils

Magazines

Books

Deck Plans

Maps

Doctor #s

Emergency Info

Med ID Cards

Health Ins. Card

Cell Phone/Plug

Jewelry

Tape/Duck

Lanyard

Waterproof Cont.

Straws

Hang. Organizer

Mesh Pop Up

Night-Light

Hangers

Lint Roller

Dressy Purse

Cards

Chips

Cologne/After Shave

CLOTHING

Tops

Tee-Shirts

Dress Shirts

Pants

Shorts

White Socks

Dress Socks

Undies / Bras

Dress Shoes

Bathing Suits

Sweater/Sweatshirt

Suit & Tie

Sneakers

Sleepware / PJs

Boxers

Hats

Swim Coverup

Skirts
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heres a quick check list:

~water, and plenty of it

~protein, fiber, vitamin, etc. bars (easy and will fill you up)

~bring people with you (so you wont be lonely, and for safety purposes)

~sleeping bag, tent, pillow, blankets

~ suncreen, bug spray, id reccomend sunglasses or a hat

~ sneakers and sock (for the hike)

~ flashlights with back ups

~im not sure how to get them, but flares in case you get stranded or something

~disposible camera, so if you lose it, its no big loss, but you can still capture the sights and memories

be smart and youll be fine.

enjoy yourself!!!
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more people !!!
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When are you going? And where? It is a huge canyon. Right now it is hot hot hot below the rim. So make sure your water filter is in good condition, and don't leave your hat and sunscreen behind. Since you are only going to be in a couple nights, I assume you will be in the corridor trails and there will be water to purify where you camp. But you should carry a minimum of a gallon with you when you venture out along with a electrolite and/or fluid replacement drink. Carry salty things to eat. Gorp, power bars, dry salami, etc. It is Monsoon season too so some wicked storms might come through. Be sure to have rainproof gear. Otherwise, plan like you would for any backcountry trip. If this is your first trip below the rim, the park service sent you a DVD. Watch it.
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take easy microwave food like noodles and soup. aslo granola bars and corn chips to keep your energy up. donÃƒÂ‚Ã‚Â´t forget dried fruit!! like crasins or plums. take gatorade or just water. tons of it!!

donÃƒÂ‚Ã‚Â´t foget good shoes, shorts, a rain coat and a hat!! or a flash light, pen, lighter, toilet paper, sunscrean, bug spray, phone, radio, and those sticks people use to hike. have fun!!
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forget everything except WATER
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