What are the best things to take on a camping slash hiking trip?

Same as everyone else. Also bring GPS & whistle. These help when getting lost and finding locations.

get a 72 hour trail pack of food from mountain house 3 season tent TP flash lite kem lite "glow sticks" sleeping bag air bed if you want you can take as much or as little as you want but keep one thing in mind do you have the energy to pack all the items you want or do you just want to have the items that will keep you alive in the wilderness.

I`ve camped out in the desert in Oregon before and yea the extremes are definitely there. Keep in mind the park you are going to may have rules or dogs, keep him on a leash just to protect yourself and other who may feel uncomfortable. So I am guessing you are tenting? A good resource I would use is www.backpacker.com I`m pretty sure they have a section on hiking with dogs. It is probably all the info you would need. I would also stay clear from cotton and wear synthetic or wool. Dress in layers with a tight and light long john as the base layer and then another heavier long sleeve shirt. This way if you get hot you can take a layer off without dying from the heat. Keep the meals simple.

Lots of water, dogs need alot of water.I guess you will too. Snake bite kit, the yellow plunger type. Large tarp 10x12, 100' of para cord,flash lights and batterys.Two empty back packs.You're going to need these if you have to abandon your vehicle...1 pocket knife,razor sharp.1thick bladed knife with sheath.Hats,2 polar fleese blankets.There, that ot to do it.. with this you can comfortably escape dying in the desert if every thing goes to hell, notice I did'nt mention food? after 4 days in the wilderness without food you are statisticly healthier than when you got lost...have fun!