Good luck! I wish I were going with you.

Don't worry about the nay-sayers. What do they know? They have no experience touring.

When I went on my first tour, my brother wanted me to take my gun along. I didn't need it. All, and I do mean all of the people I met and talked with were kind, helpful and positive. I suggest you leave your gun at home, along with the kitchen sink and anything else heavy like that.

Me, I worry more about mosquitoes than people. (So take bug juice of your choice)

Do take your smile and sense of humor. They don't weigh anything and are so useful on tour.

Also, don't forget to take pictures. You can't take too many, really.