Why are limits set on the number of backpackers in a trek crew?

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  1. To carry more gear
  2. To keep the group manageable and safe
  3. To make the trail crowded

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References

  1. Scouting America: Backpacking www.scouting.org/merit-badges/backpacking Checked 2026-11-07.

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