Backpacking Checklist

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Backpacking Checklist
DAY HIKE:
Whenever you head into the woods for longer than a few hours, you’ll need to gear up. Base your equipment selection on the season, region and length of your trip. And remember, in mountainous areas, weather can change quickly and dramatically. Regulatory agencies at your destination will be more than happy to answer your questions and provide advice. Don't hit the trail without these items.

     Daypack      Compass and/or Portable GPS      Food: Snacks and/or Bag Lunch      Water bottle and water      First aid kit      and Waterproof Matches
Fire Starting Kit: Butane Lighter, Cotton Balls, Strike-A-Fire or Trioxane Tablets, Fire Starter

     Sunglasses & Sunscreen      Extra Clothing Layers      Flashlight, headlamp or lantern      A permit (if required)      Shovel      Rope, Cord, or Straps      Whistle and Signal Mirror

EXTENDED STAY HIKE:
For extended stay backpacking adventures, add the following items to the above day hike list:

     Quick-drying nylon pants or shorts      Short-sleeved T-shirts      Long-sleeved shirts      Fleece or wool pants      Fleece or wool top      Fleece or wool vest      Two pair wicking long underwear (one light, one dark)      Underwear

Outerwear
     Poncho or Other Rain Gear

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     Wide-brimmed sun hat      Stocking cap      Fleece gloves      Glove liners      Bandanna

Footwear
     Wool or synthetic socks      Synthetic or silk sock liners      Hiking boots      Extra laces      Gaiters

Camping Gear
     Backpack      Pack cover      Tent and rainfly      Ground cloth      Sleeping bag 