Dry/Camp Clothes
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Hiking Boots
- Optional depending on other activities, and camp location.
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Pants (Long)
- Nylon zipper pants work well.
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Pants (Short)
- Not needed if long pants are nylon zipper pants.
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Shirt (Long Sleeve)
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Shirt (Short Sleeve, Wicking )
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Shoes (lightweight)
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Sleeping Clothes
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Socks (Heavy)
- Needed if bringing hiking boots.
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Socks (Liner)
- Needed if using wool heavy socks.
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Wet/Travel Clothes
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Hat (Brim)
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Personal Floatation Device (PFD)
- Also known as lifevest.
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Rain Gear
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River Shirt
- Long sleeve synthetic good for keeping sun off, short sleeve wicking style ok as well.
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River shoes
- Sandals or water shoes.
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River Socks
- Wool or neoprene, depending on foot covering.
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River underwear
- Synthetic, fast drying.
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River warm layer
- Fleece or wool that will keep you warm when wet.
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Swim Suit
- Trunks for boys, one piece for girls.
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Gear
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Compass
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Cup
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Day Pack
- For short hikes.
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Eating Utensils
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Emergency fire starter
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Fishing Equipment & License
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Flashlight
- With extra batteries & bulb. Waterproof best.
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Garbage Bags
- 4-5 large for keeping things dry on river.
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Head Lamp
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Knife
- small pocket knife. If you have your 'totten chip'
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Mess Kit / Plastic plate & Bowl
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Sleeping Bag
- Packed in dry bag, or 2 layers of trash bags.
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Sun Glasses
- With Strap.
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Towel (Large)
- quick drying type best.
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Water Bottle
- Two 1 qt bottles, full.
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Zip Lock™ Bags
- 4-5 One gallon size for misc items on river.
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Personal Items
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First Aid Kit (Small)
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Prescription Medications
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Snacks
- Peanuts, raisins, energy bars, candy, cheese, jerky, etc., in moderation.
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Tampons/sanitary napkins
(females only)
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Group Gear
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2.5 Gallon water containers
- One per 4 People. Full.
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Backpacking Stove
- 1 per 3-4 people.
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Canoe
- With Paddles. 2 boys to a canoe. Many may have one to loan.
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Cleaning Gear
- Including scouring pad, small containers of bleach and biodegradable detergent.
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Cooking Pots
- Size and number depends on menu.
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Lantern (Large)
- With fuel source.
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Maps
- If available. Water proof, or in waterproof case.
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Rope
- Parachute cord, good for all sorts of things. A few feet at least.
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Serving Utensils
- Optional depending on menu. Ladle, spatula, serving spoon
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Tent
- With waterproof ground cloth. One tent per 2 boys.
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Water Purification Tablets
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* Optional Item
* We need to travel light. Otherwise the boats are hard to handle.
* Pack in 2 or three smaller packs, easier to retrieve if canoe flips.
* Pack thinks that can get wet in web pack (mesh). They will get put on the bottom of the canoe.
* Don't put everything in dry bags since they can get torn, and anything in the bottom of the boat can get wet regardless.
Please Note: This is
only a recommended minimum
set of equipment based on the past experiences of many individuals. We do not guarantee
that it is all inclusive or appropriate for the activities you are planning. The
trip leader, and common sense should always dictate the equipment you actually pack.
List generated on
5/18/2012 2:30:31 AM