Equipment for Day Hikes, Summit Scrambles & Snowshoe Adventures

Daypack


• Water bottle(s) or water bladder system



• Lunch & snack food



• Hiking stick/poles


Comfortable and suitable clothing for the season/weather:


• Gaiters



• Toque or hat



• Shorts/pants



• Fleece sweater or coat



• Rain gear or shell coat/pants



• Synthetic socks



• Hiking boots


more..

• Sunscreen



• Sunglasses



• Camera (optional)



• Binoculars (optional)



• First aid kit



• Map



• Compass



• Guidebooks (optional)



• Bear spray



• Emergency supplies



• Flashlight or headlamp



• Fire starter



• Knife



• Matches and lighter



• Toilet paper




Backpacking and Overnight trips

Multi-day backpack


• Water bottle(s) or water bladder system



• Sufficient food



• Hiking stick/poles


Comfortable and suitable clothing for the season/weather:


• Gaiters



• Toque or hat



• Shorts/pants



• Fleece sweater or coat



• Rain gear or shell coat/pants



• Synthetic socks



• Hiking boots


more..

• Sunscreen



• Sunglasses



• Camera (optional)



• Binoculars (optional)



• First aid kit



• Map



• Compass



• Guidebooks (optional)*



• Bear spray*



• Rope for bear hand (30 ft.)*



• Emergency supplies



• Flashlight or headlamp



• Fire starter



• Knife



• Matches and lighter



• Toilet paper and toiletries



• Sleeping bag



• Sleeping pad



• Tent, tarp, or bivy gear*



• Stove with fuel*



• Cooking set or pot*



• Eating Utensils



• Cup



• Spork (1/2 spoon, 1/2 fork)



• Bowl



• Repair kit*



• Water purification tablets or filter*


* Group gear.

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