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This is amazing, I never realised just how much gear I needed to go a few miles into the woods and take some pictures.....

It isn't just you. The farther I go, the more I am hiking as opposed to photographing. Of course, ther are places that must be hiked to, as there is no other way to get there.

Pine cones. You'll learn which way to use them very quickly.

Any reason why you chose the map of Lake George?

You really should check your conceit at the door.

I'm talking about going into the woods to take pictures, (what this thread is about) not travelling cross country.

If you can read a map, and are somewhat observant, and have most of your faculties, you won't need a compass.

There's a deal of iron ore scattered around here - the High Peaks of the Adirondaks -...

In which case your declination figures are as useful as last month's lotto number.

Interesting that none of the "experts" have mentioned the second most important equipment, after your brain. Adequate footware, that is.

So guys, which essential items do you pack when going into a big city? Any major metropolitan area is infinitely more dangerous than the woods.

You're going into the woods to take pictures, not...

The most important piece of equipment weighs about 3 pounds and is mounted between your ears. Bring and use it, you'll be surprised what else you can do without.

Carry a notepad. If you left behind something you need, write it down.If you brought something you don't need, write it down. You will very soon come up with a checklist of things you will actually...