Uploaded June 2017 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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In this video you will learn how to fit all the equipment, clothing, food and water you need for your tramp into your pack. You’ll also learn how to ensure that the pack is well-balanced and has the things you’ll need throughout the day closely accessible, how to keep your gear dry, and also how to get the pack up safely onto your back and adjust for comfort.

#MakeItHomeNZ

Use NZ Mountain Safety Council's free trip planning app, Plan My Walk, to plan for your NZ adventure. Visit planmywalk.nz

Google Play: play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=nz.org.mountainsafety.planmywalk
Apple Store: apps.apple.com/nz/app/plan-my-walk/id1554411490

Produced by New Zealand Mountain Safety Council 2017 with quitenicefilms.co.nz

Series made with support and collaboration from,

Duke Of Edinburgh's Hillary Award | Education Outdoors NZ | Scouts NZ | Girl Guiding NZ | Boys Brigade/ICONZ | Girls Brigade | Christian Camping NZ | Department of Conservation | MetService | Leave No Trace | NZ Recreation Association | NZOIA

Prepare for your next adventure and make it home - mountainsafety.org.nz