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* Small gifts for any [http://www.hospitalityclub.org/ HospitalityClub], [http://www.bewelcome.org/ BeWelcome] or [http://www.couchsurfing.com/ CouchSurfing] hosts who help you on your way.
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* A tarp. There are a few varieties, my preference is actually a coated nylon rain poncho that doubles as a tarp. Good to separate you from the ground, or to rig up a shelter with, or to cover your pack when stashing it somewhere if it might rain. The new "siltarps" made with siliconized Cordura are extremely waterproof, ridiculously lightweight, and very surprisingly durable.
* Rain gear. As mentioned above, a poncho works well and doubles as a tarp, but even just a contractor trash bag tucked away is a good idea. If considering a rain jacket, remember that you'll want to keep your pack dry as well as not end up with your pants/skirt soaked.
* Sun screen. Standing in the sun without protection for hours waiting for rides can result in a nasty burn.
=== Camping ===
If you decide on [[camping]] you may want some more stuff:
* A [[camping|tent]], a [[tarp]] or a [[bivouac sack]] (or at least a couple of large, sturdy leaf bags, one opened at the bottom and duct-taped to the other to make a 6' long waterproof bag to sleep in - be sure not to suffocate yourself!). Consider a fan for tent camping, which can keep you cool on hot nights.
* A pad to sleep on (1" foam rubber x 2' wide by 5' long, for example), or a Thermarest or other self-inflating sleeping pad. Frankly, with either cardboard or dry leaves being very readily available at almost any place you might camp, carrying a pad with you is not really needed except in a few contexts.
* A metal cup big enough to hold a can of [[Sterno]] (packing space is at a premium) and a can of Sterno. Alternatively, instead of Sterno, you can use a [[Squat Candle]] or [[DIY Alcohol Stove]].
* A length of coat-hanger type wire and a length of sturdy cord or string
* A canteen or plastic water bottle (glass WILL break!).
* Your clothes, stuffed into your tactical backpack or camping backpack, make a good pillow and make it much less likely someone will steal your backpack while you are sleeping on it, particularly if you keep an arm through the straps while asleep.
* Most bridges have a flat, dry space underneath which is excellent.
* After being harassed a few nights back by a mountain lion, I keep a 3" pocket knife on me when I sleep.
== Packing tips ==
* If you expect a lot of [[weather#Rain|rain]] it's wise to pack stuff in a few zip lock bags. Especially recommended for electronic gear and some [[appearance|clothes]] that you want to keep dry. You can also save bread bags as waterproof bags, which also work great as between-sock-and-shoe covers if you're walking though snow or puddles without a good pair of waterproof boots.
== External links ==
* [http://www.travelindependenthitch-hiking.infoorg/whattopackhowtopack.htm What How to pack], quote* [http: "Your bag is your life//www. The smaller it is the less it sticks outs and the less vulnerable you feelclaudioadrianodobre. The closer you can stick com/what-pack-hitchhiking/ What to it and less cumbersome it is the happier you will bepack]* [https://gearctrl."com/best-tactical-backpacks/ Best tactical backpacks for camping]* Roll your clothes, instead of folding them[https://gearctrl. They take up less room, and do not wrinkle as much. keep a thick plastic bag com/best-fan-tent-camping/ Best tent fans for stinky clothes so you don't violate a rides airspace.camping]
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lVn1QosdNiY What to carry video], Hitchhiker emptying out his pack to show what he's been carrying in his travels, from toothbrush to sleeping bag
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