POWAY BACKPACKER’S GEAR CHECKLIST
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EQUIPMENT:
__Backpack (check with Scott for fit/capacity)
__Sleeping Bag (mummy w/hood; less than 4lb)
__Ensolite Pad
__Ground Cover (no larger than 5’x7’)
__Sierra Cups (2)
__Tablespoon (2)
__Water Bottle (wide mouth; 1qt. minimum)
__ Hydration Bladder*
__ Headlamp
__Spare Batteries (Bulbs)
__Pocket Knife (max. 2 inch locking blade)*
__Ziplock Bags (3-6 heavy duty/freezer)
__Large Trash Bag (2)
CLOTHING:
__Hiking Boots/Shoes*
__Running Shoes (quick dry) NO SANDALS!
__Outer Socks (2) [1 to wear; 1 to pack]
__Inner Socks (2) [1 to wear; 1 to pack]*
__T-shirt (2) [1 to wear; 1 to pack]
__Shorts (2) [1 to wear; 1 to pack]
__Long Pants/Sweats (1)
__Underwear (2) [1 to wear; 1 to pack]
__Sweat/Thermal Shirt (1)
__Jacket/Vest
__Rain Poncho
__Wool Cap/Beanie
__Hat*
__Gloves*
__Bandana
PERSONAL & TOILET:
__Toothbrush & paste (travel size)
__Towel (med.; quick dry)
__WHITE Toilet Paper
__Trowel (plastic/light weight aluminum)
__Insect Repellent (minimum 90% DEET; 2 fl. oz.)
__Sunscreen (travel size)
__Deodorant (solid; travel size)
FIRST AID:
__Moleskin PLUS (Dr. Scholl’s)
__Pain Reliever
__Lip Protection with SPF
__Band-Aids
MISCELLANEOUS:
__Sunglasses
__Duct Tape (small amount)
__Notepad & Pen*
__Deck of Cards*
__Needle & Thread*
__Book or Magazine*
CAMERA*:
__Small Camera*
__Extra Batteries*
__Know how it works!
FISHING:
__Rod & Reel*
__Line & Leader*
__Lures & Hooks (barbless)*
__Bait*
__Sinkers*
__Pliers*
FOR THE BUS:
__Day Pack
__Change of Clothes
__Towel
__Game or Book
__Lunch/Snacks
__Money
__MP3 Player*
TRAIL SNACKS
__See Lunch Food List (May Meeting)
*ALL ITEMS W/ ASTERIC ARE OPTIONAL