35 Day Challenge
Nessmuking.com is home to the famous 35 Day Challenge. The challenge is simple: You must come up with a gear list that meets the following demands:
- Must have a shelter, and sleep system.
- Must have a cook system and water purifying system.
- Must have clothing to cover temperatures from 32°F to 80°F. Must handle conditions from sun to rain, sleet, hail, and snow.
- Must have a compass.
- Must have 5 days and 4 nights of food. A menu is a must.
- Must have a bear proof food storage system.
- Must fit into a Sealline Boundary 35 Day pack.
The challenge is to meet all the above stipulations while maintaining a decent level of comfort. This gear list must consist of items that you would want to take to an area like the Boundary Waters on a late September or early October solo trip.
You can assume the following: Your canoe is stocked with a seat pad, two 30 foot painters, two paddles (one bent, one straight), and a life vest.
Why?: Why the 35 Day Challenge? Simple. The 35 Day Challenge is engineered to challenge your perceptions as what is possible when traveling by canoe. A small waterproof pack, like the Sealline 35 Day Pack can be used to carry everything you need for a backcountry trip. And you'll still be comfortable while doing it. The pure pleasure of reaching the other side of the portage without having to go back for a second trip and not feeling strained under a pack and canoe is more than worth giving it a try. It's time you give it a shot. Check out the sample gear lists.