How many calories are in a JMT?

Based on previous experience, I knew I physically couldn’t consume that many calories even when my “hiker hunger” hit. I went on a few shakedown trips and found that about 2,400 calories was the most realistic for me. I never felt hungry or weak, but always carried extra food just in case.

What did John Muir eat on the trail?

His Scottish diet featured oatmeal porridge with a little milk or treacle for breakfast; vegetable broth and mutton for lunch; boiled potatoes, barley scones, and tea with milk and sugar for dinner. “We were always hungry,” Muir lamented, “about as hungry after as before meals.” As William O.

What are 5 things you should always pack with you when you go for a hike?

These items should be on your hiking checklist:

• Hiking backpack.
• Weather-appropriate clothing (think moisture-wicking and layers)
• Hiking boots or shoes.
• Plenty of food.
• Plenty of water.
• Navigation tools such as a map and compass.
• First-aid kit.
• Knife or multi-tool.

How much water should I carry backpacking?

Since the rule of thumb is to carry 1 liter of water for every 2 hours of hiking. 3.5 hours would mean you’ll need to carry 1.5 liters of water.

How much weight do you lose on the JMT?

Mean values for the standardized 20-day hike were computed, showing that these men lost a mean 7.36\% of starting body weight. The corresponding figure for women losing weight was 6.03\%. Among 1,222 hikers who reported weight loss and trip duration, the median weight loss per day was 7.6 oz.

How many calories did I burn backpacking?

The Mayo Clinic lists calories burned per hour for a variety of activities, including backpacking (though no pack weight is identified). According to the site, a 160-pound person burns 511 calories per hour and a 200-pound person burns 637 calories per hour.

Who are Muir’s Children?

Wanda Muir Hanna
Helen Muir Funk
John Muir/Children

What did John Muir eat while camping in the wilderness?

Mainly bread. He dried it so that it wouldn’t get moldy. He also often brought tea and sugar with him. It’s true that he never brought a gun and didn’t hunt.

What should I eat on a day hike?

3. For a Hike or Day Trip…

• Trail mix.
• Nuts, seeds, nut-based bars or nut butter packs.
• Fresh, whole fruit that doesn’t require refrigeration such as apples, bananas and oranges.
• Dried or freeze-dried fruits and veggies.
• Energy bars, chews or gels.
• Granola or granola bars.
• Ready-made tuna salad pouches.
• Whole-grain tortillas.

Are you prepared to hike the John Muir Trail?

It doesn’t take much to get caught up into the beauty and alpine lure of the John Muir Trail, but this is a trip that should not be taken lightly. Every year, there are countless numbers of hikers who have to abandon their JMT dream due to circumstances like injury, fatigue, gear failure, and a general lack of preparedness.

Is Muir Trail Ranch too heavy for my pack?

If Muir Trail Ranch is your last resupply, your pack WILL be very heavy for a few days after picking it up. The 2-3 days after MTR were brutal on my shoulders and back, in large part because my pack did not fit me properly.

How many miles between Muir Trail Ranch and Whitney Portal?

There are 111 miles between Muir Trail Ranch and Whitney Portal. This means, if you make forward progress every day after leaving MTR (no rest days or side trips on this super-scenic section of trail), here’s how many days of food you’ll need to fit in your bear can if MTR is your last resupply.

How should I pack for my first thru-hike?

We recommend channeling your inner thru-hiker, digging into our lightweight backpacking videos, and really dialing in your gear well before your hike. Your goal should be to pack as light as possible while still remaining safe and comfortable.