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Ryan is an outdoor/adventure and environmental freelance writer and journalist. In addition to Backpacker, his work has appeared on Outside Online and Gear Junkie, and in High Country News, 5280 Magazine, Rock and Ice, SKI, and more.

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Backpacker: The Complete Peakbagging Packing List
Start here when packing your bag for a full day of rocky summits.
Ryan Wichelns
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January 22, 2026
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