Winter Equipment List
*Remember: If you pack it in, YOU are responsible to pack it out!
Bring Foodstuffs: |
Bring Gear: |
| Food (For all meals) Beverages (For all meals) Coffee & Tea Condiments (Salt and Pepper provided) Thermal Mug— is nice! Charcoal (Take extra home with you!) Water is usually obtained by melting snow
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Backcountry Skis: metal edges recommended Ski skins: can make all the difference in the world!! Ski boots: at least ankle length, stiff as possible, waterproofed Ski poles: standard nordic ski poles, the stronger the better Snowshoes and snowboard Sleeping bag: good to at least 0 degrees, the warmer the better Waterbottle Map and compass: GPS nice, maps you should have: Clark Peak, Gould, NSN ski trail map Headlamp: check bulb and batteries, a headlamp is necessary Candles: if the mantle breaks on the propane light Swiss army knife: or equivalent Ground cloth: ideal for emergency bivouacs Daypack or large fanny pack: for day tours away from the hut Backpack: internal frames are best, ski sled is good alternative *A sled can carry more volume and weight than a regular backpack - check outdoor sports shops for rental info |
| Bring Personal Stuff: | Bring Other Fun Things: |
| Gaiters: knee-high,
should cover all your laces and fit snugly Synthetic underwear: top and bottom; NO COTTON Ski pants or knickers: wool or synthetic blends, Gore-tex Wind pants: optional, but very nice Socks: liner pair and outer pair of heavy wool or blend, at least two complete sets Down vest: optional, but very nice Sweater: heavy wool or down Wind shirt: optional Mountain parka: heavy duty, multi-purpose jacket for covering all your garments, lots of pockets and a hood Wool hat: (or synthetic) two- one lightweight and one heavy Mittens/gloves: lightweight liners (synthetic), heavy-duty mittens and overmits Down booties: (or hut scuffs, slippers) handy around the hut Scarf: very handy on cold and windy days Sunglasses: or goggles Toiletries: comb, handtowel & soap, toothbrush/paste, lip balm Sunscreen: at least SPF 15 Toilet paper w/ matches: a small personal cache First Aid Kit: standard kit of analgesics, moleskin, bandages, tweezers, etc. Repair Kit: should include binding screws, screwdriver, bailing wire, spare bale, duct tape, etc. Wax Kit: a wide assortment for different conditions Camera equipment: batteries should be new Firestarter and matches: waterproof container Pillow Case Feminine supplies Earplugs |
Binoculars Camera & KODAK Film Field Guides & Guidebooks Good Mystery Novel!
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FOR SERIOUS |
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| Snow shovel: small packable
shovel—avalanche rescue, shelter digging, etc. Probe ski poles: only sensible option for travel in avalanche terrain Large daypack: to comfortably carry all the bivouac and emergency gear needed Avalanche transceiver: for those venturing into steep terrain it can be a matter of life and death. It is not enough to have one, practice and learn to use it correctly! Working knowledge of Backcountry Skiing and Avalanche: a little knowledge is a dangerous thing! All the equipment in the world will do you no good if you don’t know how to use it. |