Attention: 04/19/2006:
Oil is now in the $70.00 per barrel range and is expected to go higher. Most major carriers have announced that they will be raising their fuel surcharge by the end of the week up to $20.00 more per round trip. That is on top of the up to $50.00 increase in the fuel surcharge increase we saw last month. CNN reported Air travel is strong; the airlines have reduced the number of seats by almost 2.6% and overall airfares are 12.5% higher this year over last year’s prices. Do not fool yourself; showing up at the airport and expecting a last minute discount is not how the airlines operate their business. . .
(Authors Note:
Ya know it'll be nice to walk again, in a sense. . . . |
Below is a list of stuff to take with you that, I'm sure some of which, is made with pertroleum products. Are we gonna have to melt down Vaseline and use it as engine fuel?
PACKING LIST
Necessary Items
q Luggage and/or Backpack
q Hip-Pack, Day-Pack, Fanny-Pack
q Neck-Wallet or Undercover Security Pouch
q Travel or Nature Guides
Financial and Personal Documents
q Passport
q Visas
q Rail Pass
q Airline Tickets
q Travelers Checks
q Cash (Limited Amount)
q Change (Phone or Laundry Machines)
q Drivers License or ID Card
q Credit Card with PIN
q ATM Card with PIN
q Hostel Card
q Student ID Card
q Copy of Documents (Passport, Visa, etc.)
q Vaccination Certificates
q Passport Photos
q Copy of Prescriptions (Medicine, Glasses, Contacts)
Toiletries
q Toothbrush
q Toothpaste
q Shampoo and Conditioner
q Blowdryer
q Towel and Washcloth
q Soap (Biodegradable)
q Deodorant
q Lotion or Moisturizer
q Sunscreen
q Eyedrops
q Chapstick or Lip Balm with Sunscreen
q Nail Clippers
q Dental Floss
q Razor
q Shaving Cream
q Alcohol Pads
q Feminine Hygiene Products
q Birth Control
q Contact Lens Preparation
q Electrical Adapter
q Medications
q Vitamins
First-aid Kit
q Tweezers
q Needle
q Bandages
q Band-aids
q Medical or Athletic Tape
q Moleskin
q Gauze Pads
q Q-Tips
q Cotton Balls
q Latex Gloves
q Scissors
q Waterproof Matches
q Pain Killers (Ibuprofen, Aspirin)
q Disinfectant or Antiseptic Ointment (Bactine)
q Antiseptic Soap
q Anti-itch Ointment
q Sunburn Ointment
q Antacids (Rolaids, Tums, etc.)
q Nausea or Diarrhea Tablets (Imodium, Pepto Bismol, Gravol, etc.)
q Laxatives
q Antihistamine
q Insect Repellant with DEET
q Water Purification System or Tablets
Miscellaneous
q Maps (Topographic, Driving, etc.)
q Pocket Knife (Swiss Army Knife)
q Flashlight
q Camera with Film and Lenses
q Batteries
q Film
q Cable/Thin Chain and Lock
q Nylon Cord
q Binoculars
q Bandanas
q Sunglasses with strap
q Mesh Bags or Laundry Bags
q Ziploc Bags
q Journal or Diary
q Pens/ Pencils
q Books or Magazines
q Games or Cards
q Beach Towel
q Umbrella
q String or Rope
q Nylon Cord
q Duct Tape
q Gloves
q Luggage Locks
q Travel Alarm Clock
q Neck Pillow
q Money Exchanger
q Compass
q Mirror and/or Whistle
q Toilet Paper
q Earplugs
q Large Envelopes
q Pictures
q Sink Stopper (Racquetball)
q Backpack Cover
q Sleep Sheet (for hostels)
q Drinking Cup
q Small Sewing Kit
q Language Guide/ Dictionary
q Garbage Bag
q Travel Iron
Clothing
q Sandals
q Hiking Boots
q Rain Gear
q Fleece Jacket
q Fleece Pants
q Long sleeve Shirt
q Button-down Shirt
q Synthetic and Insulative Shirt or Sweater
q Down Jacket
q T-shirts
q Jeans
q Khakis
q Belt
q Underwear
q Thermal Underwear
q Socks (Liner, Synthetic, and White)
q Nylon Pants
q Hat
q Shorts
q Swimsuit
q Dress or Skirt
q Gaiters
q Gloves
q Watch
Backpacking Gear
q Sleeping Bag
q Foam Pad
q Ground Sheet
q Tent Gear (poles, stakes)
q Bug Netting
q Ice Chest or Cooler
q Water Bag
q Portable Shower
q Lantern
q Candles
q Firestarter
q Waterproof Matches
Winter Gear
q Avalanche Beacons
q Snow Stakes
q Snow Shoes
q Crampons
q Ice Axe
q Snow Pot (for melting snow)
q Shovel
Cooking Equipment
q Stove w/ Repair Kit
q Fuel Bottles or Pumps
q Windscreen
q Cookset (Pots, Frypans, etc.)
q Food Containers
q Utensils (Knife, Spoon, Fork)
q Spatula
q Whisk
q Can Opener
q Grater
q Pot Grips and/or Holders
q Plate, Bowl, Cups
q Chopping Board or Block
q Sponges or Cleaning Pads
q Towels
q Energy Bars or Powders
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