Katadyn BeFree Water Filter BottleREIClean water is non-negotiable when exploring the backcountry—one sip of unclean water can have life-threatening consequences. I’ve tried everything from handheld pump filters to purification tablets over the years, but the Katadyn BeFree Water Filter Bottle is the one I always come back to. Another thing I really appreciate about the BeFree Water Filter Bottle is its ease of use. REI Co-op Multi Towel LiteREIA compact, reusable towel is one of those underrated items that is indispensable for a campsite, and the REI Co-op Multi Towel Lite is my top pick. I am petite at 5’3”, so I usually carry the medium Multi Towel Lite with me, on sale for $14.