My kid did GREAT, no problems with his sugars, no concerns at all on that side of things. The problem that DID present itself was that his port site was directly under his waist belt and to wearing it bothered him considerably. After we lightened his load he was able to use it some, but still somewhat annoyed. He was able to add back some of the weight on the hike back out today. He was not at all into the trip at first, but once we helped with his load he ended up having a VERY successful trip. I think he will benefit from the lightweight backpacking lessons I hope to be passing on to these boys if/when I move back to AK.

Thanks again for all the info, it really made for a much better trip!

MNS!!!!