Thread: 1st NZ outing preparation- Load list check

Well,

I've been in NZ for two weeks now and have already started the hill climbs to get prepared for my first outing in the Ruahine Ranges. Ive learnt two things already since arriving here; 1) NZ is bloody hilly. It makes the up and downs of my home ranges in Australia seem flat. 2) I am nowhere near as fit as I thought I was. I can fix that, but in the interim I will make sure I carry what is needed and no more on my first outing.

So with that in mind I thought that I may seek the forums advice on what I should pack for a hut accommodated overnighter in the Ruahine Range this time of year. My current list is as follows:

1) Kuiu Icon 5300 pack.
2) First aid kit (standard issue with added space blankets and bandages);
3) Softy -5 sleeping bag;
4) 2 meat bags- two large cotton pillow cases actually. Seem to ok back home.
5) Army issue Fly / Hootchie. Just in case I need shelter or the hut is full.
6) Jetboil 1ltr with canister. Associates tea/coffee and condiments inside.
7) 6ltr of water and 2ltr bladder with mouthpiece.
8) Puritabs. I haven't bought a steri-stick yet.
9) Bushnell Arc 1600 binoculars (in chest harness and case)
10) dry set of hunting clothes and socks.
11) hunters blaze orange pack cover and hat.
12) Remington 700 7mm practical light rifle.
13) Toilet paper and small digging spade
14) 4 Back country cuisine freeze dried meals.
15) Personal location beacon
16) Digital and hard copy maps.
17) Full wet weather gear and cold weather layer system.

That's about all I am planning right now. I'm planning on packing the rifle until I reach the hut and heading out from there.

Are there any other recommendations you may have for an overnighter or am I packing too much in your experience?

I have yet to weight it, but I'm hoping to come in around 26kg with this.

Good hunting,

Falvs