Bring These For Yourself

List of items you may very well want to bring along. A few of these items may be considered optional -- hopefully we'll all be able to figure out what the bring.

  • backpack to carry all of your stuff
  • waterproof backpack cover to keep your stuff dry if it rains (I have plastic lawn bags, if you need one)
  • sleeping bag, best if rated to 10° or 15° F (-12° to -9° C)
  • ground pad for reasonable comfort
  • at least one pair thermal underwear, top and bottom (capilene, polypropylene, or polyester)
  • at least two pair good socks (polypropylene, thick enough to keep you warm)
  • shorts (durable nylon or similarly tough, quick-drying material preferred)
  • raingear, both jacket and pants (breathable best since it is lightest)
  • windbreaker and windpants (if you'd rather not wear your raingear "casually")
  • sweater and fleece jacket or equivalent to stay warm should the temperature really drop
  • fleece pants
  • good hiking boots, to which your feet are comfortably accustomed
  • gaiters (we may get some snow, so best to be somewhat prepared)
  • sunglasses
  • sunblock
  • lip balm w/ sun protection
  • warm and waterproof gloves; mittens are even better, especially for those with Reynaud's syndrome
  • waterproof matches
  • comfortable camp shoes and/or sandals
  • toilet paper (or alternate plan)
  • compass
  • flashlight with spare bulb and spare batteries
  • something to read
  • special snacks
  • water bottle(s)
  • iodine tablets or water purifier
  • pocket knife
  • plastic bags (for trash and storage)
  • toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, etc.) as desired
  • eating utensils (plate, bowl, cup, knfe, fork, spoon)
  • camera, film, tripod, binoculars
  • wool or other warm cap
  • baseball hat
  • watch
  • reading material
  • M & M's (you may not get mine away from me)
  • what else? < email me >