Everyone's second question: What are you taking? Herewith, a list:

TRANSPORTATION Cargo carrier (Chariot Cougar II) Dog harnesses (oh yes, they’re going to have to help) COMMUNICATIONS Camera, digital (Sony - DSC-60U Waterproof) Charger, solar (ICP Global Technologies) Computer (Toshiba Tablet PC) iPod (Apple) Phone, cell (Nextel i58 with GPS tracking and reporting) Pen and paper (in case $2,000 worth of electronics doesn't work…) CAMPING Flashlight, batteryless (from Forever Flashlight) Pad, inflatable/doublewide (Thermarest) Shovel, folding Sleeping bag (King Tut from Mountain Hardware) Cover, sleeping bag (Coleman) Sun blanket Tarp Tent (Meteor Light CD from Sierra Designs) Toiletpaper, biodegradable Toiletries

FINE DINING Cooking kit/utensils Food/water Matches Stove, dual-fuel (Coleman) Water microfiltration system (PUR) FASHION Boots (Ecco) Gloves Hat Jacket (Red Ledge) Long underwear (Duofold) Pants (Under Armour) Pants, windbreaker/waterproof (AnySport) Pullover, windbreaker/waterproof (AnySport) Socks, merino wool Sweaters, wool T-shirt (Under Armour) Turtleneck (Under Armour) DOGS Collars, leashes, and coupler Dog food concentrate (Flint River Ranch) First-aid kit Glucosamine/chondroitin “treats” (for Buster’s hip) Paw protectors