BWCA SUMMER PACKING LIST

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- GROUP GEAR
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- canoe kevlar (lighter) or aluminum/royalex (heavier)
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- canoe paddle(s)
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- personal flotation device (pfd) essential, whistle tucked into a pocket (recommended)
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- 25' floating rope recommended, bungied to front of the canoe for attaching canoe to a tree, or emergency rope
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- thwart bag or day pack recommended, easy access to important gear (water filter, first aid)
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- map(s) topographic, waterproof
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- map case store bought or gallon zip lock will work
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- portage pack canoeing style pack or backpack
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- portage pack liner 4mil large plastic bag and use dry bags or zip locks
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- food pack include waterproof liner or bag
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- compass connected to lanyard
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- tent 3 season, lightweight (smaller tents work better as campsites tend to be smaller)
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- rain tarp essential, add cordage if needed
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- sleeping pads lightweight, the higher the R value, the warmer it will be
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- 30° sleeping bag rated for mid-summer as nights can be cool, bring a warmer bag for other months
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- sleeping bag liner recommended, extends the life of your bag, acts as a sheet, adds warmth
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- camp pillow optional, lightweight, or bunch up clothes in a bag
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- cook kit pans, pots, cups, plates, utensils, insulated coffee mugs
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- coffee/tea pot optional, nice to have, or camping-style french press
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- water filter | in camp gravity fed or similar (Katadyn, Platypus, Sawyer brands)
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- water filter | traveling optional, UV treatment pen, a pump with a filer works as well
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- water bottle(s) 1 wide mouth per person
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- camp stove + fuel backpacking canisters or reusable fuel bottles
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- camp chairs optional, nice to have, should be compact/collapsible
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- camp table optional, nice to have, should be compact/collapsible
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- toilet paper + hand sanitizer put together a TP bag for camp latrine, hang on a tree near the latrine trail
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- hand/body wipes
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- collapsible dish bucket optional, for washing dishes, clothing or use pots and pans to wash in
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- dish cleaning kit biodegradable soap, scrubber, dishes need to be washed away from water, dump dirty water in the woods
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- 50' rope/cordage all-purpose, laundry line
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- matches + lighter
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- repair kit multi tool/knife, duct tape, tent/bag patch
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- food storage bag/container animal proof, animal prevention
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- fishing rods + tackle, bait optional, licenses can be obtained from an outfitter
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- trail saw compact, foldable
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- hatchet and/or ax optional, know how to use, can make a fire without them
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- bungies Bungie Dealie Bobs are handy for numerous tasks
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- carabiners 4-6, all purpose, for clipping gear
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- fire gloves recommended
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- camp lantern recommended, compact and lightweight
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- assorted stuff sacks, bags waterproof/water resistant and compact
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- satellite communicator SPOT or Garmin InReach, can be rented, don't rely on cell coverage
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- food/snacks/beverages organize food by meal, place in sacks meal, each meal placed in its own labled ziplock
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- permit required year round
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- PERSONAL GEAR + CLOTHING
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- thin gloves recommended, for warmth or chores
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- rain jacket + rain pants essential all seasons, breathable, reliable
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- baselayer top + bottoms merino wool blend or synthetic, double as pj's
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- hiking or athletic pants synthetic or wool blend, no cotton or jeans
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- shorts optional, synthetic
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- 1 long sleeve shirt synthetic or wool blend
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- 1 short sleeve shirt synthetic or wool blend
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- fleece jacket or puffy jacket essential
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- sun hat essential
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- warm hat/beanie essential
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- swimsuit optional, swimming the buff or undies is accepted
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- 2-3 pr wool blend socks merino wool blend, 1 pair is designated for sleeping
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- underwear 1 pair per day
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- trail shoes - wet hiking style: these are used only while paddling and portaging
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- dry shoes - in camp athletic or sturdy sandals: these are only used in camp and kept mostly dry
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- bandana 1-2, all purpose
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- sunscreen, lip balm, bug spray essential
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- sunglasses w/lanyard, optional
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- toiletries + medications pack in smaller containers or travel size: please don't bathe in the lake with biodegradable soap, wash with soap away from water using a pot
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- first aid kit buy from REI or DIY
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- toothbrush + toothpaste toothpaste tabs work great
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- microfiber towel, washcloth recommended
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- camera gear optional
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- journal optional
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- reading material optional, download to kindle or phone
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- hammock optional, lightweight, for relaxing
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- headlamp or flashlight 500+ lumens is handy
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- small bags/zip locks package personal items in to ziplock bags or dry bags, use travel size reusable bottles
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- head bug net recommended
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BWCA SUMMER PACKING LIST

GROUP GEAR

PERSONAL GEAR + CLOTHING