When you set out on your adventure, you want to make sure you're well equipped. Here are two lists of suggested gear depending on the nature of your outing:

For Backpacking Trips:

Essential Gear
  • Backpack
  • Food
  • Water bottles
  • Water filter
  • Water bag
  • Sleeping pad
  • Sleeping bag
  • Sleeping bag liner (optional)
  • Tent
  • Tarp or plastic groundsheet
  • Boots
  • Lighter (2)
  • Camp stove
  • Stove fuel
  • Cook set
  • Utensils
  • Plastic or lexan cup
  • Garbage bag and/or ziplock bags
  • Compass
  • Map(s)
  • Headlamp
  • Hand sanitizer packets
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet trowel
  • First aid kit
  • Toothpaste
  • Toothbrush
  • Sunblock
  • Insect repellant
  • Chapstick
  • Soap (biodegradable)
  • Backpacking towel
  • Sunglasses
  • Hat
  • Shorts
  • Long pants
  • Long sleeve shirt
  • Short sleeve shirt
  • Fleece vest or jacket
  • Rain gear (jacket and pant)
  • Bandana
  • Two - three pairs of socks
  • Extra underwear (for sleeping)
  • Extra batteries
  • Strong accessory cord
  • Camp tool (e.g. Leatherman)
  • Guide book
  • Notepad
  • Pencil/Pen

Optional Gear
  • Polypro sock liners
  • Gloves
  • Sandals or camp shoes
  • Hiking gaiters
  • Camera
  • Small tripod
  • Extra film
  • Kitchen set
  • Knee brace
  • Hand lotion
  • Baby powder
  • Trekking poles
  • GPS
  • Book to read

For Dayhiking Trips:

Essential Gear
  • Daypack or Lumbar pack
  • Food / Snacks
  • Water bottle(s)
  • Boots
  • Headlamp
  • First aid kit
  • Hand sanitizer packets
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet trowel
  • Sunblock
  • Chapstick
  • Rain gear (jacket and pant)

Optional Gear
  • Compass
  • Maps
  • Sunglasses
  • Hat
  • Long pants
  • Long sleeve shirt
  • Fleece vest or jacket
  • Bandana
  • Extra socks
  • Guide book
  • Notepad
  • Pencil/Pen
  • Gloves
  • Hiking gaiters
  • Camera
  • Small tripod
  • Extra film
  • Trekking poles
  • GPS
  • Insect repellant

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