So my husband has decided he would like to start backpacking with me! His birthday is this weekend so this past weekend I set him up with a decent starter pack, cat can and wood burning stove, synthetic sleeping bag, pad for his hammock, trekking pole (one hand will be holding his dogs leash), light weight cooking pot, poncho, spork, water proof stuff sacks, a line of cord for hanging his food, and water bladder. I made a mini first aid kit in a ziplock baggie with duct tape, Benadryl, alcohol wipes, a roll of gauze, ibuprofen, mini tooth brush, and some wet wipes. He also now has some hiking pants and athletic shirts.
Am I missing anything? Having only backpacked with one or two of my girlfriends or more recently, solo, I'm not sure what men find to be more of a priority or if it even differs. I didn't buy higher end brands on anything because I know if he sticks with it, his gear will refine itself but, I want to get him started out comfy and having fun.