I flew with two packs, one 65L with all my “big” gear (tent, sleeping gear, hammock) and the second, a 40L pack that had my day-one essentials in it that would work as my carry-on and day pack.

What to know about flying with gear:

• Fuel canisters and bear spray aren’t allowed in planes so you have to purchase those after you land. We paid it forward on our way out of the park by passing leftovers over to other campers.

• Hiking poles must go into your checked bag as do any utility knives, according to TSA.

• My JetBoil stove went in my checked bag on the way there and came back in my carry-on; both were TSA-acceptable.