The hikers were getting close to the top of the mountain. They would set up camp there and spend the night. The next morning, they would hike back down to the parking area. The hikers carried supplies for themselves. They also carried things the group would share, such as tents, food, and cooking items. All of the members of the group had spent a great deal of time thinking about what they would need. They wanted this hike to be challenging but not dangerous.
1. Based on the passage, it seems reasonable to assume that the hikers