Having said all that - most of my encounters with horspackers are universally no problem at all. I'm listing the exceptions to tell you what not to do.

Oh if you want to make a name for yourself and you're packing a heavy camp with a percolator don't be afraid to offer a cup of real brewed coffee. Most of us don't carry that, but certainly are not too proud to accept such a thing Horsepackers that offer me a cup of percolated coffee in exchange for a tall tale or two leave me with a warm fuzzy feeling.