{"id":1010,"date":"2015-09-21T00:11:20","date_gmt":"2015-09-21T00:11:20","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.kenkoskela.com\/blog\/?p=1010"},"modified":"2015-09-21T00:11:20","modified_gmt":"2015-09-21T00:11:20","slug":"packing-for-a-photography-backpacking-trip-in-iceland","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kenkoskela.com\/blog\/packing-for-a-photography-backpacking-trip-in-iceland\/","title":{"rendered":"Packing for a Photography Backpacking Trip in Iceland"},"content":{"rendered":"

I just returned from a 10-day photography trip to Iceland that involved both camping and backpacking. Before I left, I took some pictures of the gear I took along for a blog post. Now, I\u2019m sure that at least half of the readers of this blog just yawned, closed the window and got back on Facebook when they saw that the topic was packing. But, I\u2019m convinced that there are a lot of photographers out there that will use this list as a resource. So, I will write on undeterred.<\/p>\n

I\u2019ve never really been a \u201cpacking list\u201d person, but I recently created a detailed packing list specifically for this trip. Below is what I brought along, organized by major category. There will be very little commentary in this blog… just pictures and a list of items.<\/p>\n

Photography equipment<\/strong><\/p>\n

Below is a picture of everything I typically bring if there is enough room. I\u2019ll leave some things at home depending upon the trip. Virtually all of this (except the large tripod if I bring it) gets packed in my carry-on for the flight.<\/p>\n

\"Photography-Equipment\"<\/a><\/p>\n

f-Stop Tilopa Bag (not pictured) with internal camera unit
\nRain cover, straps, hooks for camera bag
\nCanon 5d Mark III with tripod plate
\nCanon 5d Mark II with tripod plate
\nCanon battery charger and extra batteries
\n16-35 w\/ hood
\n24-105 w\/ hood
\n100-400 w\/ hood, ring, tripod plate
\nMemory Cards and case
\nCard Reader and cable
\n580EX II flash(es)
\nSTE-2 flash trigger
\nUmbrella (Lighting)
\nPortable flash stand and connectors
\nLee filter, holder, polarizer
\nIntervalometer
\nGitzo GT3542LS Tripod
\nRRS ballhead
\nTripod adjustment wrenches
\nHoodman
\nLens air blower
\nLens cleaning cloths, wipes<\/p>\n

Camping Gear<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"Camping-Equipment\"<\/a><\/p>\n

North Face Tent
\nTent Footprint
\nSleeping Bag and stuff bag
\nSleeping pad w\/ bag
\nInflatable pillow
\nMSR Stove w\/ case and accessories
\nMSR Fuel Bottle
\nFoldable Pot
\nFoldable cup\/bowl
\nFoldable measuring Cup \/ Drinking Cup
\nSpork
\nWater bottle
\nGPS
\nHeadlamp
\nWhistle & Compass
\nSmall Fenix flashlight
\nSwiss Army Knife
\nWater purification tablets
\nSunscreen – Mini
\nBugspray
\nCamping Towels<\/p>\n

Clothing<\/strong><\/p>\n

Because I want to keep this blog rated \u201cG\u201d for family viewing, I\u2019ve excluded my underwear from this picture. But, trust me, I brought underwear to Iceland.<\/p>\n

\"Clothing\"<\/a><\/p>\n

Short-sleeve and long-sleeve “base layer” shirts
\nLong underwear bottoms
\nHiking pants
\nHiking pants 2
\nSocks (Heavy)
\nSocks (Light)
\nT-shirts for sleep
\nPajama Bottoms
\nPatagonia Down Jacket
\nNorth Face fleece jacket
\nRain jacket
\nRain pants
\nWinter hat
\nBaseball hat
\nThin gloves (waterproof)
\nFisherman’s Boots
\nHiking Boots
\nHiking Sandals
\nSwimsuit
\nClothes dry bag (Medium)
\nClothes dry bag (Small)
\nLarger ziplocks for shoes
\nUmbrella
\nSunglasses and case\/bag
\nGlasses and Reading Glasses w\/ case<\/p>\n

Food<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"Food\"<\/a><\/p>\n

Freeze-Dried Meals (I brought around 12)
\nProtein Bars
\nSnacks
\nHot chocolate
\nGatorade powder packets<\/p>\n

Miscellaneous and Equipment<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"Miscellaneous\"<\/a><\/p>\n

MacBook and cable
\nExternal drive and cable
\nCell phone and charger
\nElectric adapter(s)
\nMemory stick
\nInverter
\nHeadphones – small
\nAA Quick Charger and adapter
\nAA Batteries and case
\nPassport
\nCopy of passport
\nAirline itinerary & Boarding Passes
\nWallet
\nCash (USD \/ Foreign \/ Tips)
\nPen
\nWatch
\nZiplock bags
\nEye Shield
\nEar Plugs
\nDuct Tape
\nThings to light a fire (not pictured… check on airline regulations for approved items and how to pack)<\/p>\n

Medication \/ First Aid \/ Toiletries<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"Toiletries\"<\/a><\/p>\n

My prescription meds
\nPrescription Cipro
\nIbuprofin
\nImmodium
\nBandaids
\nAlcohol prep pads
\nElastic wrap
\nNeosporin
\nBenadryl
\nTweezers
\nNail clippers
\nLip Balm
\nTowlettes – Small
\nBio-degradeable toilet paper
\nCampsuds
\nShampoo
\nSoap
\nHand sanitizer
\nToothbrush
\nToothpaste
\nFloss
\nDeoderant
\nRazor – electric
\nMouthwash
\nContact case
\nSmall contact solution bottle
\nContact lenses (extras)
\nEye glass wipes
\nGlasses repair kit<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

I just returned from a 10-day photography trip to Iceland that involved both camping and backpacking. Before I left, I took some pictures of the gear I took along for a blog post. Now, I\u2019m sure that at least half of the readers of this blog just yawned, closed the window and got back on […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1010","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"aioseo_notices":[],"aioseo_head":"\n\t\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t