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Gear List

  • Backpack or gear bag
  • Daypack (for hikes, optional but helpful)
  • Tent (coordinate sharing if needed)
  • Sleeping bag (rated ~20–30°F — nights can get cold)
  • Sleeping pad or air mattress
  • Pillow (or stuff sack with clothes)
  • Underwear
  • 5 pairs socks (extra recommended)
  • 2–3 T-shirts (moisture-wicking preferred)
  • 1–2 long-sleeve shirts
  • 1 warm jacket (fleece or insulated)
  • 1 waterproof jacket (rain shell)
  • 2 pairs pants/shorts
  • Sleep clothes
  • Hat (sun + warm beanie)
  • Sturdy shoes/boots (already broken in)
  • Camp shoes (sandals or slip-ons)
  • Toothbrush & toothpaste
  • Biodegradable soap
  • Small towel
  • Deodorant
  • Sunscreen (SPF 30+)
  • Lip balm (with SPF)
  • Bug spray
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Toilet paper (VERY important)
  • Wet wipes (for quick cleaning)
  • Personal medications
  • Small shovel or trowel (for digging catholes)
  • Ziplock bags (pack out trash/toilet paper if required)
  • Trash bag
  • Water bottles or hydration pack
  • Water filter
  • Mess kit (bowl/plate, cup)
  • Utensils (spoon/fork)
  • Snacks (protein bars, trail mix, etc.)
  • Headlamp or flashlight (with extra batteries)
  • Pocketknife (if allowed and supervised)
  • Whistle
  • Small first aid kit (band-aids, blister care)
  • Backpack rain cover or trash bag liner

Optional but Recommended

  • Camp chair (lightweight)
  • Notebook/journal & pen
  • Book or card games
  • Camera
  • Fishing Gear