WINTER CAMPING | BW/Q 2024
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- CAMP GEAR + OTHER 0 lb
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NAVIGATION + PERMITS
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map(s) + compass
McKenzie topographic maps for BWCA & Quetico (waterproof), Suunto compass
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satellite communicator
Garmin InReach, SPOT or similar
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apps on phone
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permit(s) + ID's
BWCA permit + Canada RABC permit
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SNOW TRAVEL
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sled w/harness
Ski Pulk & Fleet Farm DIY
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sled bag
large duffle, external protection, water resistant. long zip pulls
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duffles/dry bags
interior bags, waterproof/resistant
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daypack
filled with items needed during travel. long zip pulls
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backcountry skis w/skins
Altai Hok
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snowshoes
for camp or as needed per conditions
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xcountry ski poles
essential
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microspikes
depends on conditions
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SHELTER
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lightweight/quick set up
tent, tarp, hammock: something that will tolerate harsh weather
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groundcloth
waterproof, waxed canvas or plastic
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poles
as needed
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stakes
snow, tent or wood (deadmen)
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guylines
essential
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sit pad
1-2, for sitting + setting gear on
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solar light
optional
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SLEEP SYSTEM
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1-2 sleeping pads
high insulation combo
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1-2 sleeping bags
1 or 2 nested together, rated down to -20ยบ minimum
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sleeping bag liner
optional, will help with moisture control
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pillow
use drybag w/clothing
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CLOTHING + FOOTWEAR
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2 sets of baselayers
top + bottom: wool blend, maybe in diff weights
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1 mid-layer
top + bottom: insulated, wool blend or synthetic, fleece
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1 top layers
top + bottom: insulated, wind resistant, breathable, water resistant
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parka w/hood
wind resistant
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2-3 hats
travel, in-camp + sleeping, wool blend with or without fleece liner
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1-2 face masks
full or partial coverage, buff for sleeping
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3-4 pairs of socks
wool blend, 3-4 for travel, 1 for sleeping
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undergarmets
as needed, synthetic
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2 pairs gloves
wool blend, fleece
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2-3 pairs mittens
gortex and/or down mitts, and over mitts (leather ideal)
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2-3 pairs nitrile gloves
lightweight, vapor barrier layer
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winter booties
optional, in-camp
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1-2 pairs of winter boots
+ 1 extra pair of liners
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lightweight rain gear
depends on conditions, can double as warm/wind barrier
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bandanas
1-2, multiple uses
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toiletries
put in small sack, travel size items: lip balm, hand-sani, Rx/OTC meds, glasses, feminine products (must be packed out)
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wag bags
toilet kit waste bags, pack out, optional - depending on location
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sun glasses
+ lanyard
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ski goggles
essential
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watch
recommended
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headlamp
+ new batteries and spares
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CAMP GEAR + OTHER
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avalanche shovel
small collapsible shovel
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pruning saw
1-2 essential
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hatchet
1-2 essential
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ax
20-24", depends on conditions and style of travel
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first aid kit
plus blister pads + moleskin, chafing salve, hike goo, chemical hand/foot warmers, bothy bag
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repair kit
knife, sm roll duct tape, sm sewing kit, tent patch, sled parts, 25+' cordage, sled/ski repair items
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ice picks
essential
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whistle
essential
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ice chisel
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solar charger
optional
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block charger
for charging eletronics
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electronics
sack or protective case, cords, extra batteries, etc
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itinerary
essential: leave with emergency contact at home
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KITCHEN
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stove
lightweight
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fuel
white gas, made for sub zero temps, or stick stove
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wind screen
essential, can be made out of lightweight sheet metal or aluminum foil
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mug/pot + lid
eating, drinking
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insulated sack
keeps meals warm, made of Reflectix
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long handled spoon
essential
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waterproof matches + lighter
essential
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large zip lock
use as garbage bag
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small foam pad (see above
for sitting, setting gear or cooking on
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WATER + FOOD
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food/snacks for 5 days
lightweight, dehydrated, pre-made/packaged, high cal
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coffee, tea
instant options, sugar, creamer
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wide mouth bottles
2 + insulated sleeves
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insulated thermos
1-2 person
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water tabs
for purification or boil water
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dry bag or bag for storage
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