PLANNING A CAMPING OR BACKPACKING TRIP?
Packing a backpack seems like a simple task, but are you really packing correctly and including the things that you should? If you plan to take a backpacking or camping trip there are certain things to think about like the length of your trip, the weather etc. The information about your trip will then help you know what you need and how much you need to pack. . We have provided a Backpacking Checklist and Camping Checklist to help with what items are of the utmost importance could in fact save your life if you find yourself in a sticky situation.
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BACKPACKING CHECKLIST |
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Backpacking Gear: |
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Backpacker's Essentials: |
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Backpack |
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Full 1 Qt. Water Bottle |
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Tent & Stakes |
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Matches or Lighter |
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Compact Sleeping Bag |
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Compass and Map or GPS |
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Sleeping Pad |
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Basic First Aid Kit |
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Day Pack |
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Whistle with neck cord |
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Sunscreen |
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50 Ft. Nylon Cord |
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Flashlight/Headlamp and Extra Batteries |
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Pocket Knife |
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Emergency Blanket |
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Ski Accessories: |
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Energy Bar |
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Sunglasses |
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Waxes/skins |
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Scraper |
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Cork |
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Skis |
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Poles |
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Boots |
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Spare parts |
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Tools |
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CAMPING CHECKLIST |
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Clothing: |
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Group Camping Supplies: |
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Boots, well sealed |
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Camping Stove |
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Camp shoes and sandals |
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Hammock |
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Liner Socks |
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Canopy Tent |
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Hiking Socks |
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Windscreen |
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T-Shirt |
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Small Lantern |
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Shorts |
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Fuel and Funnel |
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Warm Shirt |
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Matches or Lighter |
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Pants |
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Water Filter/Chemical |
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Extra Underwear |
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Insect Repellent |
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Thermal Underwear |
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Toilet Paper and Towel |
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Warm Jacket/Fleece |
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Trash Bag |
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Rain Gear |
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Repair Kit |
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Gloves Fleece/Wool |
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Large First Aid Kit |
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Hat with brim |
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Water Storage Container |
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Warm Hat |
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Bear Canister |
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Clothes for drive home |
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Biodegradable Dish Soap |
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Scrub Pad |
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Winter Camping Gear: |
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Dish Towel |
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Large Utensils |
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Avalanche probes, beacons |
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Pots and Fry Pan |
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Boot protection/sealant |
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Small Cutting Board |
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Snow Shovel |
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Pot Grip |
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Extra Dark Sunglasses/keeper |
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Drink Mixes |
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Small piece of sleeping pad (ensolite) for stove |
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Food |
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Extra pot for melting snow |
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Spices |
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Snow stakes |
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Snacks |
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Snow Shoes |
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GPS |
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Crampons |
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2-Way Radios |
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Ice Axe |
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Get more detailed list based on climate, and activity at http://www.scoutlists.com/
PACKING
How to Pack
Start with your sleeping bag in the bottom for a solid foundation. Put the heaviest items like your clothing, food, and cooking gear in the main compartment, keeping the weight close to your back, nearest your center of gravity. For men, this is higher, and for women it tends to be lower, towards the small of the back. Top off your pack with lighter items like your tent, maps or guides and anything you may need quickly at any particular moment like cameras, or chap stick etc. If you are unsure if everything is packed correctly try it on and walk a few steps around and see how it feels. Remember that the heaviest part of your pack should be towards the center or small of your back.