The most important piece of gear for any outdoors person: The plastic bag.

I propose we normalize carrying a plastic bag or two with us on all kinds of outdoor adventures, whether it is canyoneering, climbing, camping, or any other outdoor sport.

Aside from actual uses such as impromptu waterproofing or carrying unexpected items if someone's bag breaks, packing plastic bags ensure you are prepared to clean up trash you see in wilderness. Designate a pocket in your backpack for holding trash you find.

By keeping the wilderness clean, we can remind people how beautiful the world can be. Our price for enjoying nature comes with a moral duty to preserve it. Let your ego go and start being the change in the world you want.