Sunday, January 17, 2010

Gear Checklist

Winter Camping Gear Check list
This checklist is optimized for winter trips in mountain environments where high/low temperatures will range from 20°F to -30°F. Adjust for the conditions you'll face.

Outerwear
waterproof/breathable jacket
waterproof/breathable pants
synthetic or softshell hiking pants
insulated parka or down jacket
insulated pants
waterproof gaiters

Baselayer 
midweight or lightweight long john top
midweight or lightweight long john bottoms
long sleeve T-shirt NOT COTTON
synthetic briefs

Accessories
wool or fleece hat
balaclava
synthetic liner gloves
midweight insulated ski gloves (2 pair of gloves)
Hat
bandanna

Footwear
waterproof hiking or snowshoeing boots (insulated is best)
wool or synthetic socks (one pair for every day or two, plus an extra pair for sleeping only)
liner socks

**You need to be able to change socks twice a day
Gear
backpack
convertible or four-season tent
sleeping bag
(-30° to 15°F)
sleeping pad
collapsible snow shovel
trekking poles
Stove
lighter and waterproof matches
cookset
eating utensils, bowl, and insulated mug
headlamp w/extra batteries and bulb
32-oz. water bottles (2) water bottle
pocketknife or multitool
compass or GPS (and map)
sunglasses
first-aid kit with personal medications
chemical heat packs
assorted zipper-lock bags
stuffsacks
sunscreen (SPF 45+)
lip balm (SPF 15+)
toilet paper

Consider
metal tray or lid for firebuilding
Extra foam pad to sit on.. small piece of a foam pad to put stove on.

Snow Shoes (if you have them.)
Have a Great Scouting Day!

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