Camping in the desert can certainly make your pack lighter. Think of all the things you get to leave behind: fishing gear, bug repellent, water filtration gear, bear canister. And you might not even need a tent. That's more than a few ounces--it might even be a few pounds!
And then you remember that you will also have to carry all of your water--a gallon a day per person, at the very minimum. And it doesn't see like such a good deal after all.
Not shown: pack with many water bottles in it.
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Those snow rangers in Tuolumne Meadows are on their way down, but have posted one last report from the High Sierra. As usual, it's a great read, with both info and photos. Check it out--and be happy t
The Yosemite snow rangers have posted another report from Tuolumne Meadows. Snow conditions continue to evolve, and another storm this weekend could have an impact, but there is no question that sprin