WINTER HIKING EQUIPMENT LIST

Food:

Bring a sandwich. We will be eating a sampling of dehydrated foods 
for lunch but just about a cup's worth. That’s why you need your 
own sandwich.

In Your Day Pack:

» Small plastic plate & cup, or a sierra cup (No Mess Kits)
» Eating utensils, fork & spoon, plastic or metal
» Pocket knife
» Bottle with water 
» Rain gear
» Winter Jacket that can fit in the pack (if possible)
» Fleece or warm sweater (zippered type is good)
» Small sandwich & power bar
» Compass
» Matches
» Mini flashlight
» Pencil and small notepad

What To Wear:

» MANDATORY - Water Resistant Hiking Boots (* NO SNEAKERS *)
» MANDATORY - Hat (make sure it covers your ears)
» MANDATORY - Gloves
» Cotton blend or Cord pants (Try not to wear jeans as they dry too slowly)
» Warm socks (wool or thermal)
» Sock liners (if you have them)
» Scarf

Tips:

» PACK AS LIGHT AS POSSIBLE
» Dress in layers and for the climate
» Plan for the coldest weather possible
» Have good footwear.  Make sure that your boots are well broken in and that 
  they are suitable for the terrain.
» Cotton IS NOT your friend
» Wear synthetics, fleece and wool
» Always plan for precipitation
» Beware of blisters
» When you're hiking, don't strip down to your bottom layer the second you get 
  hot.  Instead, take layers on and off gradually.