Is that a badminton racket?

It's for the bugs. Don't you carry them in Wisconsin during bug season? It's pretty common in New England. It makes it convenient after the climb. Throw a sweater over your shoulders and it's off to the party.

i was thinkin the same thing...

Drinking before the climb, that's badass!!!

is it?

The hike up with that load would work any buzz off. You would have to redose at the base.