I weighed my gear and it comes to.........59 pounds,,,,,
Backpack=40lbs
4"x2'Food Tube=9lbs
Messenger Bag, gas mask bag, radio bag, shaving kit, shaving kit with supplementals, shaving kit w/misc=10lbs

Yes it is a load for my 196 pound; out of shape body

I'm reminded that it's what's in my heart and mind that matters most; AND it will get lighter everyday that I am on the road!!!!!

Still, as many have already stated, there is a lot of duplicative items that can be left behind (on the boat) if I have to Bug Out. Extra batteries, Bic lighters, most of my life jacket items, and other things that I will cut out of my plans.

I will also shed the first 4 bottles of water as I use them going through inhabited, partially civilized areas. This is water that will allow me to keep moving quickly and quietly through potentially hostile areas. Once I'm through those, I can stop to replenish my water bottles (5), gather additional food, and perhaps-other resources (a bicycle? weapons?)