Ok so I am NOOB backpacker and I am putting together my kit. I made a list of stuff I have read that seems like a good idea for my friend and I to bring.

My QUESTION to you is… What on this list in useless (can be taken off) and what needs to be added on? Clothing, first aid kit and food are a separate list… just looking for gear advice on this post.

I am going to the Sierras in Northern California btw…

□ GPS
□ Extra GPS batteries
□ .410 shotgun
□ .410 shotgun Slugs
□ .410 shotgun 6-7 ½ shot
□ Bear Vault BV500
□ Backpack
□ Sleeping bag
□ Magnesium striker
□ Waterproof matches
□ Waterproof match box
□ Tent
□ Water treatment
□ Water Bottles (2)
□ LED flashlight or head lamp
□ Extra flashlight batteries
□ Snake bite kit
□ Stuff sacks
□ Dry bag for wet cloths
□ Pari-cord
□ Insect repellant
□ Sun block
□ Chap stick
□ Swimming trunks
□ Map w/ protective case
□ Compass
□ Cooking stove
□ Stove fuel
□ Sunglasses
□ Multi tool
□ Whistle
□ Signal mirror
□ Giant orange garbage bag
□ Camping toilet paper
□ Knife
□ Log book
□ Pen/ Pencil
□ Fishing gear
□ Harmonica
□ Required paperwork
□ Photo ID
□ Trip itinerary
□ List of phone numbers
□ Resalable plastic bags
□ Camera
□ Travel towel
□ Duct tape
□ Left trip itinerary with friend
□ Reflective blanket
□ Axe
□ Shovel
□ Cash $$$

(Clothing, first aid kit and food are a separate list )

Thanks so much!!!