[pct-l] cost of through hiking

[Steve Fosdick]

I'm a little surprised by the high figure, ($4-5000) but it's very useful information.
   
  Does that include return trip transportation? I'm guessing that it does.
   
  I'd be interested to hear from experienced hikers regarding how much "CASH" a thru hiker might need to carry, and in what form? An ATM card doesn't weigh very much, but it might be lighter than a wad of traveler's checks. I guess pre-packaged supply boxes could have replacement traveler's checks in them along with food and supplies. What about my passport? Do you actually cross into Mexico to start (even if just 3 steps over the border). I've heard that you only really need a passport in Mexico and Canada if one is flying, not driving or going by boat (or hiking!).
   
  Hikin_Steve

Paul <paul_c at tuxcnc.org> wrote:
  
Thanks to everyone that responded - The consensus would be to take $4-5000 to 
be on the safe side. $2000 being regarded as an absolute minimum (diet 
suplemented with roadkill & fricassee rodent). On top of that, lightweight 
gear needs to be budgeted for - Fortunately, I already have a selection of 
equipment to choose from..


Regards, Paul.
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