The Things Worth Believing In

My current packing plan for my Kelty Coyote 65L Pack:

Bottom Pocket:
Sleeping Bag
Ground Pad
Pillow
Thermals (top/bottom) in WP Bag
Small backpack
Camp Shoes

Center:
Water Bladder
Bear Can
Mess Kit
Mess Cup
Fuel
Stove

Top Pocket:
Rain Gear
Emergency Bivvy
Rain Cover
Whistle
Bug Net

Outside Front Pocket:
Flex Patches
Spork and Knife
Trowel
Bug Juice
Headlamp
Extra Zip Loc Bags
Meds/Matches/Firestarting/First Aid Kit

FAR Outside Front Pocket:
Water Filter

Outside Right Side:
Tent Poles

Outside Right Side Pocket:
Tent Stakes

Outside Left Side:

Outside Left Side Pocket:
550 Cord
Cold Weather Hat

Ice Axe Loops:
Trekking Poles

Left Side Waist:
Map & Compass

I’m keeping my pack regularly loaded with the above items, with the intention of adjusting the load as time and experience progresses. When I’m actually ready to head out I will finish off the loadout. I anticipate having to find room for:

2 Additional pair of dry socks
2 Pair of underwear
1 dry wicking t-shirt
1 dry pr of shorts/pants
Insulating Jacket
First Aid Supplies
Weight of Food in Bear Can