LDW- CAMPING ITEM LIST



LDW 2016 EQUIPMENT LIST

WESTERN ALPINE WILDERNESS

Venturing into the wilderness is an unforgettable experience. It is also very unforgiving to the ill prepared. The items on this list are essential for your well-being. This list is considered minimal, meaning that if items on this list are not secured, then your involvement is jeopardized. Individuals will be checked for the possession of the listed items. If you wish to take an item(s) not on this list, you must have approval from an instructor. If you experience difficulty in securing some of the clothing items, please contact Steph Wessel (swessel@). We have a limited number of various clothing items available for you to borrow. Any questions about the trip or equipment can be directed to Steph.

SPECIAL NOTE: NO COTTON MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR FLEECE OR WOOL!! Cotton is the WORST possible fabric for outdoor activities in cool environments. Cotton acts like a sponge for water and in doing so, offers NO insulating value. Wet cotton is actually a cooling agent! Fleece, wool, and other synthetic fabrics (polypropylene, Under Armor, etc) are the best and only acceptable items unless noted otherwise. Wool, fleece, and polyester piles (e.g., Capilene, Polartec, Synchilla, etc.) are interchangeable where fleece is listed below. Synthetics are significantly more comfortable than wool.

MINIMUM REQUIRED CLOTHING LIST

Bottom Body layers

__ 1 pair midweight baselayer bottoms (polypropylene or poly/wool blend) – running/yoga tights are acceptable.

__ 2-4 pairs of underwear & (for women) sports bras

__ 1-2 pair nylon/polyester shorts (can double as underwear, especially those with liners)

__ 1 pair fleece pants (lightweight yoga pants are not warm enough, no sweatpants)

__ 1 pair nylon hiking pants (swishy pants) – no cotton.

__ 1 pair hard-shell rain pants (Goretex, eVent, etc) ESSENTIAL

Top Body Layers

__ 1 long sleeve midweight baselayer (1/4 zip is great)

__ 1 midweight fleece jacket

__ 1 heavy fleece or puffy sweater (primaloft, 60grams)

__ 1 wind shirt or softshell (stretch-woven) jacket

__ 2 synthetic T-shirts

__ 1 long sleeve synthetic t-shirt (can be same as ¼ zip baselayer)

__ 1 hard-shell rain jacket (Goretex, eVent, etc) ESSENTIAL

Extremities (Head, Hands, Feet)

__ 1 pair glacier-type sunglasses with side shields – need to be very dark, 100% UV ray protection

__ 1 baseball cap or hat with brim

__ 1 fleece/wool winter hat

__ 1 Buff/neck gaiter

__ 1 pair thin fleece/wool/polypropylene liner gloves

__ 1 pair insulated gloves (waterproof shell)

__ 1 pair shell mittens (optional if insulated gloves are waterproof)

__ 4 pair wool/Smartwool/merino wool socks (sized to fit with your boots)

__ 1 pair sturdy backpacking boots – see description on p. 2-3

__ 1 pair river crossing shoes. (must have a closed toe and a heel strap. Keen-style sandals or old running shoes work well. Chaco sandals work for camp shoes)

__ 1 pair camp shoes (Chacos, Crocs, other sandals)

__ polypropylene sock liners (optional)

__ gaiters (optional - CCO can provide these)

Personal Care

__ 1 toiletry kit (toothbrush/paste, comb/brush)

__ 1 sunscreen – minimum SPF 30

__ 1 chapstick/lip balm with SPF

__ 1 unscented hand lotion

__ women: pads, tampons, unscented diaper wipes, small Ziplocs (bring extras of all these)

__ unscented face wipes (optional)

__ prescription medication that you require

__ if applicable - glasses (with strap and case), contact lenses (including extras and extra case)

__ 1 swimsuit

__ 2 or more bandanas (many uses)

__ 1 small towel or pack towel (optional)

Necessary Accessories

__ 1 pocket-size Bible – OT & NT (in a Ziploc bag)

__ 1 journal/notebook - 5x7 minimum (in a Ziploc bag)

__ 3-5 pens in various colors.

__ 2 contractor size garbage bags

__ 3-5 extra Ziploc Bags

__ 1 day pack (optional) - should be lightweight and packable. Check out the REI Flash 18 as a starting point.

__ 1 belt or suspenders (if pants are loose fitting)

__ 1 insect repellent (no aerosol cans)

__ 1 headlamp

__ 2 sets extra batteries

__ 1 folding knife – blade 4” or less (optional)

__ 1 watch – with alarm

__ 1 lightweight, non-breakable cup, bowl, & spoon (CCO can provide these)

__ 1 shower bag – for the end of the trip. Include: soap, shampoo, deodorant, shaving needs, clean towel, wash cloth, and a fresh change of clothes. Pack all these items in a well marked, separate bag.

__ money for food while traveling

YOU MAY ALSO BRING WITH OUR APPROVAL

__ camera (in waterproof bag with extra batteries)

__ small binoculars

__ fishing gear (and money to purchase a WY fishing license)

__ small, lightweight games or musical instruments – Frisbee, cards, etc. (no electronic devices)

__ trekking poles

__ climbing shoes

__ personal climbing gear (helmet, harness, etc.)

WHAT STAYS IN THE VEHICLE

__ cell phone, ipod, etc.

__ deodorant

__ fragrant lotion

__ razor

__ snacks, powerbars, extra food

__ extra reading material

SUGGESTED INDIVIDUAL ITEMS

ITEMS WE WILL PROVIDE IF YOU DO NOT CURRENTLY HAVE THEM

__ 2 one-liter Nalgene or other non-leaking water bottles

__ compass

__ gaiters

__ mitten shells

__ compression sacks and/or stuff sacks

__ sleeping bag – mummy style with hood and drawstring, synthetic fill (no cotton or down), compactable, and rated 20° F or lower.

__ sleeping pad – We will issue a Therm-a-rest mattress and chair kit to each person for you to keep after the trip!

__ backpack (very large, at least 80L)

ADDITIONAL ITEMS WE CAN PROVIDE

(We have a limited number. Contact Steph if you will need these.)

__ nylon hiking/wind pants

__ fleece sweaters

__ fleece/wool hat

__ insulated mittens

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Group items Provided

__ shelters

__ food

__ cooking gear

__ first aid kits and supplies

__ water purification devices

__ all technical climbing equipment, including, but not limited to ropes, helmets, ice axes, crampons, harnesses, etc.

Use of any personal gear (for both climbing and camping) may be permissible but is subject to instructor approval. There is no reduction in tuition for bringing your own equipment.

Note: Participants are responsible to return all CCO equipment and clothing. Participants will be charged the replacement value for any lost or unreasonably damaged equipment.

FINDING YOUR GEAR

There should be few items to purchase new. Check through family closets and trunks or borrow from others. If you must purchase items, visit a thrift or outlet store to greatly reduce costs. Function is of primary concern! Fashion is nonessential! Be creative and improvise. You can check out the following websites for excellent prices, particularly for boots or polypropylene long underwear: , rei-, and .

OVERVIEW OF MOUNTAIN BOOTS

One pair of mountain boots are required for this expedition. They should be suitable for backpacking (not hiking boots) and climbing with heavy backpacks in very rugged terrain, including snow. They must have stiff soles with a 3/4 (three-quarters) or full-length shank. Must be suitable for use with crampons. Full grain or top grain leather is most desirable, with the fewer seams the better (the best boots only have a heel seam...forget boots with more than 3 pieces of leather). The type of welt (the attachment point of the leather uppers to the midsole) is also important. Expect to pay over $200 for quality boots. Boots must be well broken in BEFORE the trip. Waterproof them well (treat oil-tanned leather with boot wax or oil, treat chrome-tanned leather with silicone wax). Check with the manufacturer for the ideal care for your boots. Soft-soled hunting boots or soft-toed boots or Gore-Tex day hiker boots are not adequate. Vibram soles preferred. Quality boots with proper care will last many, many years and many, many miles. Any questions- please call your trip leaders.

BOOT FITTING INSTRUCTIONS

Boots must fit properly. We know that a boot which fits loosely is better ventilated, will keep the foot drier and warmer, and will cause fewer blisters than a snug-fitting boot. The feet move inside the boots regardless of the tightness of fit. The tighter the boot, the more pressure is applied against the skin. If damp cotton socks are worn, the condition is worsened when the fabric grabs the softened skin with every step. (Don’t bring cotton socks.) However, the conviction that a snug fit is necessary is so prevalent that it is difficult to overcome. In fact, nearly all our students who bring their own boots (which have been fitted in stores) have foot problems on an expedition because the boots fit too snugly. Boots are completely different animals than running or casual shoes, therefore, they fit differently.

Start with your socks. If you are wearing midweight cushion socks, start with a half size above your “street shoe” and go from there. If heavy weight socks, try on a full size up. The size of your boot and your street shoe size aren’t related, while it’s a place to start from, don’t cling too tightly to how different your street and backpacking shoe sizes are.

To ensure proper fit, place your bare foot in the boot without lacing it, and push the foot until your toes touch the front of the boot. Stand up, and feel behind your heel. There should be enough room between the heel and back of the boot to insert a finger without pressure. This is the minimum space for preventing toes from hitting the boot when one is descending slopes.

Try on the boots with the socks/combination of socks that will be worn in the field. Stand in the boot, with your full weight on the feet. The sides of the toes or ball of the foot may lightly touch the inside of the boot, but you should still be able to wiggle your toes without issue.

Lace the boot comfortably, not too tightly (when hiking, even well-fitted boots can cause foot problems if laced too tightly.) Kick the toe of the boot against a solid surface. If this causes the toes to touch the end, a larger size of boot is required.

Boots that are too large are also bad for your feet. If the laces cannot cinch tight enough, your foot can bash into the front, and if your heel lifts more than a half inch, it’ll be exhausting for walking up snowfields and will wear out the soles faster if they are kicked and dragged around.

Laced boots should hug your feet; not so tight as to cut off circulation or create high-friction spots, but not so loose as to have your foot sloshing around inside.

Look into aftermarket insoles, and put them in the boot before you size them.

List adapted from:

Petzoldt, Paul. The New Wilderness Handbook. New York: W. W. Norton & Company Inc., 1984

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