I concur with the others who recommend ditching the cotton. I will add to the recommendation of synthetics,... wool and silk. These natural fibers also make excellent backcountry articles of clothing, especially merino wool (it isn't scratchy likes grandpas wool).

Welcome to the group. Just get out there and you will learn what you don't need (or no longer want) to pack in.
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