I'll stay in one place for a couple of weeks then move around, but it's mostly in the same area. Only a few miles difference. It just depends on where feels good. I like spending time in the woods, it's like home for me. My house is basically like a staging area for me. I stay home long enough to take care of business then I'm gone again. A 22 lb pack isn't that big of a burden if you get used to it. I mostly go solo so I don't have to go at someone elses pace. I take lots of breaks and take time to smell the roses.