>From: Jeff Keller <[log in to unmask]> >I recently did a 4 day trip,50lb pack, 18 miles and cold 30F at night. When >I got back all my food was gone and I had about > as much as you are planning maybe more. It seems we always underestimate >what we will need. Maybe try adding up the calorie >content of what you are taking, 3000 X 8.5 days = 25,500 calories. Aiee. I'm just really really trying to hold down the weight. I'd really rather not be carrying a 50lb pack if I can help it. And I will need to bring a variety of clothes, just because it's desert country, so very hot during the day, cold at night, and of course, rain gear. Although these are all sport clothes, so ultra-lightweight. But then there's the gear... >It's better to carry some food back than be on empty the last 2 days! No doubt about that. So what if I up it to double the rations I mentioned? I can't really have anything specially prepared, because I'm in Canada and this trip is in the US, so I'm not allowed to bring food into the country. I'm having a friend in the US shop for me and ship it to the hotel we're starting from. Easier if stuff is off the shelf. What about salmon oil capsules for fat? I really appreciate the advice. Not trying to be difficult, just trying not to need a whole sherpa team to carry my provisions. Irene _________________________________________________________________ Join the world’s largest e-mail service with MSN Hotmail. http://www.hotmail.com