☛ Reference materials, internet access

☛ Equipment as per your adventure, and clothing, etc.

☛ GPS, cell phone, maps, compass, all the things that help you find your way

☛ Funds and a solid budget

☛ Vacation time or unpaid leave from work (unless you are independently wealthy or willing to change occupations and live on the cheap)

☛ Blog or website to keep everyone informed Camera, To record your adventure in pictures.