Originally Posted by
CrossCountry50
Again, having never done a tour (even a short one) It would probably be best for me to go with a group.
So ... go on a short tour. How's the weather where you are? If there is no snow predicted for this coming weekend or next weekend, pack up your things, ride to a campground 30 - 50 miles away, camp overnight and then cycle home.
Look up the cycletouring clubs in your area and start riding with them.
You can also get info from here:
http://itd.idaho.gov/bike_ped/bikeTouring.html