I am from the Northwest Ohio area. There is no backpacking around here at all. There's not too many hiking trails or state parks either. I have little experience backpacking. I have day hiked all over the country in quite a few National Parks, but have only backpacked overnight (or longer) three times. (Colorado, Washington and the U.P. of Michigan) Those were all over 5 years ago (I have 3 children under 6yrs old) My outdoor activities consist of overnight car camping and day hikes for now. I have also hunted since I was very young. I am also into bushcraft and I love all things sharp.