Desert Backpacking : : Gear Checklist

Clothing
Outerwear
 waterproof/breathable jacket
 fleece jacket or wool sweater
 synthetic hiking pants
 synthetic shorts
Base Layer
 lightweight synthetic top
 lightweight synthetic bottoms
 synthetic briefs
 synthetic sports bra
 synthetic T-shirt
 cotton T-shirt
Accessories
 wool or fleece hat
 synthetic liner gloves
Footwear
 camp footwear
 wool or synthetic socks (3)
 liner socks (2)
Extras
 sun hat
 bandanna
Gear
 Internal or external frame backpack
 screen tent or tarp
 sleeping bag (20° to 50°F)
 closed-cell foam sleeping pad
 trekking poles
 cook stove and fuel canisters
 lighter and waterproof matches
 cookset
 eating utensils, bowl, and insulated mug
 headlamp w/extra batteries and bulb
 32 oz. water bottles (2)
 water treatment (filter, tablets, or drops)
 pocket knife or multitool
 compass
 sunglasses
 first-aid kit with personal medications
 stuff sacks
 assorted zipper-lock bags
 insect repellent
 sunscreen (SPF 15+)
 lip balm (SPF 15+)
 toilet paper and trowel

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