10 Essentials

Water & Extra Food

Map of Area

Compass

Flashlight/Headlamp

Matches in Waterproof Container

Extra Clothing

Sunglasses

Pocket Knife or Multi-Tool First Aid Kit

 

Base Layer

Midweight Synthetic or Wool Top (men's) (women's) (kids)

Midweight Synthetic or Wool Bottoms (men's) (women's) (kids)

Wicking T-Shirt (men's) (women's) (kids)

Wicking Underwear (men's) (women's)

 

Outerwear

Waterproof/Breathable Jacket (men's) (women's) (kids')

Waterproof/Breathable Pants (men's) (women's) (kids')

Fleece or Wool Jacket or Sweater (men's) (women's) (kids')

Synthetic Hiking Pants and/or (men's) (women's) (kids')

Synthetic Hiking Shorts (men's) (women's) (kids')

 

Footwear

Waterproof Hiking Boots

Camp Footwear

Wool or Synthetic Socks (3 pair) (men's) (women's) (kids')

 

Accessories

Wool or Fleece Hat (men's) (women's) (kids')

Midweight Wool or Fleece Gloves (men's) (women's) (kids')

 

Gear

Backpack

Three-season tent

Sleeping Bag (15° to 30°F)

Sleeping Pad

Trekking Poles

Cook Stove and Fuel Canister(s)

Lighter and Waterproof Matches

Cookset

Eating Utensils

Insulated Mug

Water Bottles or Hydration Pack

Water Treatment (Filter, Tablets, Purifier)

Stuff Sacks

Assorted Zipper-Lock Bags 

Bear-Bagging Rope (or canister)

Insect Repellant

Sunscreen

Lip Balm

Toilet Paper and Trowel

 

Extras

Bandanna

50 Feet of General Purpose Rope

20 Feet of Duct Tape

 

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