WINTER CAMPING | COLD CAMPING
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SLED OR TOBOGGAN (or use a backpack)
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BACKPACK
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NAVIGATION + SAFETY
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SHELTER + SLEEP SYSTEM
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KITCHEN
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BATHROOM BAG
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FOOD
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MISC GEAR
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FIRST AID
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PERSONAL GEAR
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SLED OR TOBOGGAN (or use a backpack)
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DIY Pulk Sled
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DIY Toboggan
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Pulk Sled Vendor
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Toboggan Vendor
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BACKPACK
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55-70L backpack
lined with a compactor bag or dry bags
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trekking poles
with snow baskets
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snowshoes
long enough for expected snow depth
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backcountry skis
Altai Hok or xcountry skies
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NAVIGATION + SAFETY
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1-2 topographic maps
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map(s) on phone
download offline maps
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map case
optional
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compass
connected to lanyard
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permit
depends on location
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guide book
optional
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binoculars
optional
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rope
10'-20' additional cordage, misc usage
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satellite communicator
SPOT or Garmin InReach
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whistle
emergency
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ice picks
self-rescue on ice
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itinerary
left home with emergency contact
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SHELTER + SLEEP SYSTEM
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3-4 season tent, hammock or bivy
bring a dome shaped tent that is roomy for comfort
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footprint
recommended for added warmth
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rope
20' cordage for laundry line, lanterns or misc gear
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lanterns
1-2 small (headlamps are fine too)
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string lights
optional
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sleeping bag 1
rating should be 10º-20º warmer than expected temps
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sleeping bag 2 or over bag
nest together
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sleeping bag liner
optional, adds 5º-10º warmth, protects bag from odor/perspiration
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pillow
travel size, optional, can use extra clothing
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sleeping pad
1-2 double up pads or us a higher R value (higher the R value the warmer the pad)
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foam pad
1 closed cell foam
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KITCHEN
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750ml cooking mug w/lid
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reflectix cozy
mug size or bag size for dehydrated meals
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long handled spork
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insulated mug
optional
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MSR Dragonfly Stove | option 1
uses white gas which tolerates cold temps, note: canister stoves are best used above 30º
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multi-fuel stove | option 2
multi-fuel, ultralight
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bandana
all purpose, use as hot pad
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matches
waterproof
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bic lighter
back up, doesn't work as well in cold weather
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fire starter
recommended
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plastic bags
food storage
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bio soap
small bottle of biodegradeble soap for washing mug or just rinse in snow
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stove wind screen
can be made from folding multiple layers of aluminum foil
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hand sanitizer
travel size
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garbage bag
please pack out all garbage (incuding any you find)
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water bottle
wide mouth essential
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insulated bottle holder
optional
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FOOD
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grocery store
pre-made try meals, soups, grains and add additional ingredients to them
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dehydrated
bought or diy
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beverages
coffee, tea, hot cocoa, cider
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snacks
savory & sweet
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condiments
single serve, spices, oils, butter
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MISC GEAR
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shovel
collapsible
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ice chisel
optional or melt snow ( can be tedious)
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saw
lightweight
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hatchet
optional
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rope
10-20' extra cordage (throw rope)
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batteries
extra lithium
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games/books/journal
download podcasts, music or books
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camera equipment
durable, weather resistant storage
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power charger
cords for recharging all devices + cords
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duct tape
3' rolled
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repair kit
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kneeling pad or chair
small, lightweight
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knife or multi tool
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carabiners
optional, 2-4 for clipping gear to pack
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basic first aid kit
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medication
over the counter and prescription
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PERSONAL GEAR
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baselayer top
2 recommended, merino wool blends, one for active one for sleeping
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baselayer bottom
2 recommended, merino wool blends, one for active, one for sleeping
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fleece bottoms
light-medium weight, optional depending on temps
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fleece or wool top
light-medium weight
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gortex or wind proof pants or bibs
loose fitting
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gortex or wind proof shell
anorak or shell, roomy for adding layers, may want to size up
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winter hat
2 recommended, one for active, one for sleep
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gloves
2 recommended, 1 pair as backup if wet
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mittens
2 recommended, 1 pair as backup if wet
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socks
3-4 pairs, wool blend, calf and knee length, one for sleeping
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underware
synthetic or wool blend, dry wicking, antimicrobial
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sports bra
synthetic or wool blend (wool drys faster)
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toiletries
travel size, lotion, lip balm (spf), face/body wipes, feminine hygiene, personal meds, glasses/contacts
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sunglasses/ski goggles
recommended
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face mask
partial or full
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buff mask
optional, thin, nice for sleeping
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puffy jacket
optional, depends on winter jacket system
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head lamp
with fresh batteries
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boots
roomy, rated down to -30º
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extra boot liners
recommended, optional
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