I discovered that Oxford Forest allows dogs, plus the tracks take you through native forest (you can see photos on my other blog) with the sound of bellbirds all around.It had been years since I had done an overnight walk and camp and I consulted my essential tramping list to make sure I didn't forget anything:
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- Down sleeping bag (I HATE being cold), silk liner, mat, tent
- boots, lightweight shoes, walking poles (I used to scoff at these, but they really prevent you becoming tired)
- cap, raincoat, warm hat, gloves, down jacket
- lightweight towel, two sets of underwear, merino t-shirt, merino long shirt, two fleeces, trousers, leggings, (maybe) shorts, Buff scarf
- glasses, contact solution, ear plugs, toothbrush & paste, deodorant (longer trips), medical kit, sunscreen, insect repellent
- rubber bands, headlamp (I have one that takes rechargeable AA batteries), camera, phone
- matches, fork & spoon, camp cookware, plate, penknife, cooker, gas, water bottle
- book, notepad and pencil/pen, cards (if I'm going to be in a hut with other people)
- tea, nuts & raisins (or trail mix, if I've been organised. Not on this trip.), crackers, salami, cheese, prunes, 2 minute noodles, tuna, chocolate, ginger nuts (the only biscuit that is nearly indestructible)

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