I'm going on my first backpacking trip this weekend (definetly a beginner level trip), and I'm trying to decide what to do with my hair.  I don't want to have to bring any hair accessories, except what I have in my hair when I leave.  No need to bring the extra weight, I figure.

So my ideas so far have been: Italian hair taping--would definetly keep my hair off my neck, but I don't have a lot of time to experiment, and that could become a real pain if it fell out on day 2.  Or a classic french braid, with the ends tucked as much as possible.  

Any other suggestions?  I'll be living with a bandana over my head to keep my hair protected from the sun so I'm not overly concerned with what it looks like by the end of day 3.  

This won't be much help, but since you don't have a lot of time to try Italian hair taping, I would go with the hair style that's worked for you in the past.

Have fun backpacking!

Oh gosh - I second that.  I've tried new stuff - even great new stuff and it can be very frustrating getting the kinks out when you don't want to be thinking about that...have fun BTW  ;D...g

I'd go for a single or double braids with the scarf.  If your braid is long enough, put it into a bun with a simple, inexpensive stick (twigs even work well).

Just remember to comb out your hair each day so it doesn't get matted.

Where are you going backpacking?  Sounds like fun!

Ah!! How could I forget - BB suggested the double looped braids to me for running and that did work - first time trying it.  All you have to finagle is how low you can stand the loop the hit.

It works GRRRrrrrrreat ...Thanks 'gain BB  ;D...g

wrote on Aug 16^th, 2005 at 7:05am:

Ah!! How could I forget - BB suggested the double looped braids to me for running and that did work - first time trying it.  All you have to finagle is how low you can stand the loop the hit. It works GRRRrrrrrreat ...Thanks 'gain BB  ;D...g

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I did a classic french braid, tucked up that worked quite well.  I managed to tuck the ends up almost entirely, and our friend that went with us asked where I had put all my hair.   ;D

I wasn't able to wrap the braids that were tucked under with the leather, but a few pins, and I didn't have any fuss with my hair the whole trip.  I kept a pair of tights with the legs cut off over my hair most the time, covered with either a bandana or my winter hat.  I'm going to post a picture of the curls I ended up with at the end of 3 days.  

The only side affect was that I missed putting sunscreen on just below my hairline one morning because the bandana was pulled down too low and got a little burned.  

We went to 11 Mile Reservoir, which is west of Colorado Springs.  GORGEOUS area, and it was very fun.  I feel very comfortable that we'll be able to do more challenging trips next spring.  

FUN!  That is a beautiful part of the country.  Sounds like you had a good time and found a great way to handle your hair.  

I'd love to see the resulting curls!

Welcome back, Valerie! It sounds like you had a lot of fun. Can't wait to see those pics of your hair!

wrote on Aug 17^th, 2005 at 9:26pm:

We went to 11 Mile Reservoir, which is west of Colorado Springs.  GORGEOUS area, and it was very fun.  I feel very comfortable that we'll be able to do more challenging trips next spring.

Welcome back Valerie! Colorado Springs!? I spent a year there in about 97-98! I thought the 11 Mile Reservoir sounded familiar. That is gorgeos country and I found the weather pretty darn nice as well. This time of year, I remember warm to hot days, and nice cool nights.

Glad to hear the braids worked out.

That sounds like it was a great trip!  Welcome back!  Thanks for sharing your hair experience.  I never would have thought to put a stocking over my head, but now I know what to do should I ever go backpacking.  

Cynde

Welcome back - sounds fabulous.  More details to come, I hope  ;D...g

A couple scenary pics.  I spent most the trip (when not pumping water, cooking, or cleaning) just thinking wow!

http://photos.imageevent.com/rainbow4497/11mile/websize/Eleven%20Mile%20August%202005%20013.jpg

http://photos.imageevent.com/rainbow4497/11mile/websize/Eleven%20Mile%20August%202005%20033.jpg

This one came out funky, but I think makes a great 'fantasy land' background.
http://photos.imageevent.com/rainbow4497/11mile/websize/Eleven%20Mile%20August%202005%20029.jpg

Gorgeous pictures.  I agree - WOW!

BB--I love your new icon.  Are those 5 strand dutch braids?

Yes!  Thanks for noticing.

Wow, that scenery is amazing! :o Thank you for sharing!

wrote on Aug 21^st, 2005 at 3:19am:

Yes!  Thanks for noticing.

Woa Woa - you can't do that when I urpy - they are GORGEOUS - can you teach your hubs  ;D...g

Valerie, those are beautiful pics!  It looked very relaxing.  

Cynde

E Gads - that's what happens when you go straight to page 2.

Valerie - thank you for showing those - they really are gorgeous and gave me pleasure in my hour of urpiness ...g

Valerie - what a lovely, gorgeous, glorious place to backpack!  Glad to hear your braids worked well.  Welcome back

I'm glad you had a fun time backpacking.  That's one of my favorite hobbies.  I found that if I detangle everynight I before I go to sleep and tie my hair up in the morning for hiking then tangles are kept to a minimum.  Just make sure you sleep with something under your head.  Being tired after a long day I made the mistake of just lying down and not bothering to make a bed.  Bad idea!  I won the 'most objects sticking to/stuck in hair' award when I woke up the next morning.