What about a bag per person to share the load a little? Depending on the age of the kiddos, might just be a simple backpack with a stuffed animal, blanket, book and perhaps a few necessities to help get buy a few scary nights. My kids are teens and a couple of 'em could probably carry as much or more than I could now. I've been thinking about getting a pack for the big dog too. 80lb Weim that could certainly carry a liter or two of water, some kibble and collapsible bowls.Bennies wrote:This is a cool bag. I am currently trying to put one together. I like this one but I need one for a family of 4. I am thinking of buying a USMC IBLE pack just for the extra room and weight capability for the extra food exct for my kids. Anyone have any experience with these packs? If it was just myself I would probably just get one of these pre made ones they seem great.
I have an old aluminum framed backpack with a few miles on it but it's still in good shape and could be loaded down with more than I can carry. Apparently they don't cost anywhere as much as they used to. I think they're better for long-hikes with a heavy load but not so much for climbing, balancing and maneuvering in tight spaces. Could probably rig something up using a something like a Guide's frame (Cabela's sells 'em) with an internal frame pack strapped on to get the best of both worlds. Well, kind of like this: http://www.cabelas.com/product/Hunting/ ... t104345280 I'd still be more inclined to roll my own using a guide frame with an internal framed pack I liked though.