Packing Lists
3 Day Backpacking Trip
Packing
Backpack
Rain cover for pack (or waterproof liner below)
Unscented Trash Compactor bag for lining backpack
Sleeping
Sleeping bag/quilt
Waterproof bag for sleeping bag
Sleeping pad - closed cell foam or inflatable
Optional - pillow
Tent
Footgear
Rugged trail runners or hiking boots
3 pairs hiking socks
Optional - Crocs or sandals for in camp wear
Insulation
Base layer top and bottoms
Fleece or "Puffy" jacket
Stocking cap/ Fleece cap
Waterproof stuff sack for insulation items
Outer Layers
Rain suit - top and bottom
Gloves
Hat
Personal first aid kit
band-Aids
Personal medication
Athletic tape
Antibiotic ointment
Ibuprofen, benadryl
Shared cooking equipment
Light weight pot
Backpacking stove
Lighter
Clothing
1 pair long pants
Either pair of running short or second pair of pants
2 pair underwear
Long Sleeve shirt
Short sleeve shirt
Waterproof stuff sack for clothing
Bras
Eating
Cup
Long handled spoon
Reflectrix Coozie for quart size food bag (or your winter hat)
Hydration
Water bottle
Camelback water bladder
Essentials
1 pair trekking poles
Headlamp with extra batteries
Personal first aid kit
Personal repair kit - duct tape, nylon ties, safety pins
Compass
50' paracord
Small hand sanitizer
Small sunscreen
Lip balm
Toothbrush
Toothpaste/powder
Comb
Small roll toilet paper (or Pee Rag)
Plastic bag for used TP
Small multi-tool with knife
lighter
Sunglasses
Period Supplies
Optional - camera
Optional - watch
3 Day Overnight Canoe Trip
Please bring all the REQUIRED gear to the meeting, it's not necessary for the gear to be packed into your dry bags.
Equipment
Personal
20 liter Dry Bags (2-3)
Sleeping Bag
Waterproof bag for sleeping bag
Sleeping Pad
Trowel
Group Gear
Pocket Rocket (similar backpacking cooking stove)
Fuel
Small pot
Tent
Rain fly for tent
Ground cover for tent
Optional Luxuries:
Pillow
Canoe Seat
Measuring Cups
Bowls/Plates/etc.
Clothing
Nobody wants to Check:
Underwears (4ish)
Sports &/or Regular Bras (If needed)
Base Layers:
2-3 long sleeves (quick dry or wicking)
Waterproof stuff sack for clothing
1 pair of warm pants, sweats... (quick dry)
Actual Clothing:
2-4 Short sleeve shirts (quick dry or wicking)
1-3 pairs of QUICK DRY shorts/ convertible pants or another pair of pants
1-2 swimsuits (1 piece for girls and swim shorts for guys)
Rain suit (top and bottom-- Frogg toggs)
Waterproof stuff sack for clothing
Paddling Gloves (optional)
NO DENIM OR COTTON WHATSOEVER!
“Civilian clothing” for ride home:
1 DRY shirt
1 DRY pair of pants/shorts
1 pair of FRESH underwear
1 bra (if applicable)
Shoes:
Water shoes/ “wet shoes” (opened toed are acceptable)
Tennis shoes/ “dry shoes”
1-3 pairs of socks (bring as many as applicable)
Crocs or sandals for in camp wear (Optional)
Nourishment
Food
Utensils (Spoons, forks, etc.)
Cup
Reflectix coozie/ winter hat to “cook” food
Water:
3-7 liter capacity Water bottle or camelback water bladder
Misc.
Pocket knife/ multi-too
Sunscreen (for face AND body)
Insect repellant
Hat (Visors not recommended-- Wide-rim recommended)
Flashlight/Headlamp (w/ extra batteries)
Lighters
50’ Paracord
1-2 Quick Dry Towel
Bandana/ Small hand towel
Toothbrush and Toothpaste
Sunglasses w/ lanyard
Map/ Compass
Biodegradable Soap
Small roll of Toilet Paper
Pee rag
Personal Repair Kit (Duct tape, nylon ties, safety pins)
Hand Sanitize
Hair Brush/ Comb
Baby powder or Gold Bond (to cut down on chafing)
Carabiners for securing gear
Deodorant
Personal First Aid Kit:
Band-Aids
Personal Medication
Athletic Tape
Antibiotic Ointment (neosporin, etc.
Ibuprofen, benadryl
INHALER/ EPI-PEN (if necessary)
Optional Luxuries:
Camera/ Watch
Chapstick
IF YOU WERE THINKING OF BRINGING COTTON OR DENIM THINK AGAIN!