| Our Backpacker's Checklist is offered as a near | | | | __ Underwear |
| minimum for a safe and comfortable backpack outing. | | | | __ Hat |
| At first glance the list may appear extensive, but | | | | __ Polypropylene Underwear * |
| many of the items will be shared with other | | | | __ Down Vest or Light Sweater or Synthetic Fleece |
| members in your hiking party. Pre-planning will prevent | | | | Jacket |
| duplication. Divvy up shared items among all the | | | | __ Parka * |
| packs. Equipment marked with a "*" is optional | | | | __ Windbreaker |
| depending on the season, weather, geography, and | | | | __ Rain Gear--Poncho Or Rain Suit |
| personal need. Equipment listed in bold type should be | | | | __ Bandanas |
| carried at all times, even when day hiking, as an | | | | __ Swim Suit * |
| unexpected emergency may keep you overnight. | | | | __ Gloves * |
| When you return from a trip, eliminate the "extras" | | | | __ Hiking Shorts/Trousers |
| you thought you'd use and didn't. After a few trips | | | | __ Shirt |
| you'll know your personal requirements and the best | | | | __ Hiking Boots |
| place for everything in your pack. | | | | __ Running Shoes/Moccasins for in Camp |
| FOOD/COOKING | | | | __ Polarguard/Down Booties |
| __ Stove/Stove Fuel | | | | MEDICAL |
| __ Cook Kit/Drinking Cup | | | | __ Moleskin |
| __ Eating/Cooking Utensils | | | | __ First Aid--Survival Kit |
| __ Matches In a Waterproof Container | | | | __ Allergy Restrictions * |
| __ Spices/Seasonings | | | | __ Medic Alert ID |
| __ Powdered Milk/Sugar | | | | __ Sunglasses |
| __ Coffee/Tea/Drink Mixes | | | | __ Lip Balm |
| __ Cooking Oil | | | | __ Sunscreen * |
| __ Dehydrated Food | | | | __ Insect Repellent |
| __ Trail Snacks | | | | __ Water Purification Filter or Tablets |
| __ Plastic Bags For Food Storage And To Pack Out | | | | PERMITS/IDENTIFICATION |
| Trash | | | | __ Fire/Camping Permits |
| Most backpacking foods, drink mixes, and snacks are | | | | __ Fishing/Hunting Licenses |
| packaged in aluminum foil. Aluminum foil doesn't burn | | | | SHELTER |
| and isn't degradable. If you pack it in, please pack it | | | | __ Eureka!® Tent, w/ Floor Saver & |
| out! | | | | Optional Vestibule |
| Many grocery store food items backpack well, but | | | | __ Sleeping Bag |
| they often use excess packaging. Eliminate and | | | | __ Sleeping Pad (Foam Or Self-Inflating) |
| recycle as much of this extra material as possible at | | | | __ Lightweight Tarp for a Ground Cloth or as an |
| home, before you load your pack. | | | | Emergency Shelter |
| NECESSITIES | | | | TOILETRIES |
| __ Topographical Map/Map Case | | | | __ Toothbrush/Paste |
| __ Silva® System Compass | | | | __ Biodegradable Soap |
| __ Flashlight | | | | __ Toilet Paper |
| __ Extra Flashlight Batteries/Bulb | | | | __ Sanitary Supplies * |
| __ Knife/Sharpener | | | | __ Towel |
| __ Nylon Cord (30 Ft.) | | | | __ Personal Identification |
| __ Candle Lantern/Candles | | | | SAFETY MEASURE |
| __ Needle/Thread | | | | Always leave a detailed trip schedule, in writing, with |
| __ Nylon Repair Tape/Duct Tape | | | | a responsible person! Make sure you tell them when |
| CLOTHING | | | | to call for help if you haven't returned by a certain |
| __ Socks--Both Heavy Weight & Light Liners | | | | day. |