It's all about the layers - gotta keep your feet, head, and body dry. Drive 60 miles, wait 60 minutes, or gain 600 feet in elevation, and you'll find yourself in a new climate zone. Don't forget to pack your wits.
Required Layers 1. Upper base layer, moisture wicking
2. Lower base layer, moisture wicking 3. Three pairs of smart-wool blend socks 4. Flippy floppies 5. Hiking boots, waterproof, pre-waxed, ankle-high minimum 6. Rain pants or waterproof/windproof hiking pants 7. Jacket, windproof, waterproof, cinch cuffs, vent zips, visor hood 8. Fleece hat, windproof, moisture wicking, covers ears 9. Boonie hat, poly-blend, light, insect net 10. Fleece vest, zippered, pockets, chest wind protection 11. Swim suit 12. Gloves/mittens, removable inner fleece layer 13. Down layer, compressible (Mountaineering) 14. Ski jacket (Skiing + Snow Boarding) 15. Ski pants (Skiing + Snow Boarding) 15. Ski/board boots (Skiing + Snow Boarding Provided1. Trail maps
2. Tents 3. Cooking gear 4. Snowshoes 5. Ice axes 6. Climbing safety gear 7. Kayaks, rafts, & safety gear 8. Bikes & safety gear 9. ATVs & safety gear 10. Horses & safety gear 11. Yoga mats |
Gear & Accessories
1. Waterproofing/UV-resistant spray
2. Gaiters, knee-high, adjustable boot strap 3. Hiking poles, telescopic 4. Polarized goggles and eye glasses 5. Sunscreen (minimum SPF 30) 6. Backpack (minimum 3400) 7. Water bottles or camel pack (minimum 3L) 8. Face mask, poly/neoprene (Mountaineering + Skiing) 9. DEET (min 20%) Insect Repellent (Summer) 10. Lip balm SPF (minimum SPF 15) 11. Camera, charger, waterproof bag/case 12. Medication & personal hygiene products 13. Toiletries 14. LED flashlight / headlamp, extra batteries 15. Compass/GPS 16. Knife (Camping + Mountaineering) 17. Heat packs (Skiing/Boarding + Camping) 18. Fire-starter, matches, lighter (Camping) 19. Sleeping bag rated minimum 20 degrees Fahrenheit (Camping) 20. Sleeping pad 21. Tactical belt (Winter + Mountaineering + Camping) 22. Water purifier (Camping) 22. Hand sanitizer 23. Climbing shoes & harness (Climbing) 24. Spare boot laces, gaiter straps 25. Biking gloves (MTN Biking) 26. Skis, board, helmet (Skiing + Snow Boarding) |
