Trekker Packing List

Please pack minimally. Space inside the tent will be limited. All items except your pillow, sleeping pad, and sleeping bag must fit inside the plastic bucket and not overflow.

Clothing

  • 1 pioneer outfit. (men: trousers, long-sleeved shirts; women: skirts, blouses) — see Trek Clothing Guide (PDF)
  • 2nd set of pioneer clothes
  • Pajamas
  • Set of regular street clothes to keep clean for the drive home
  • 4 pairs hiking/athletic socks (synthetic/polyester/wool blend ideal; avoid cotton)
  • 4 pairs underwear
  • 4 undershirts (synthetic blends ideal)
  • 1 pair comfortable walking shoes
  • 1 pair water shoes. Crocs are great for these and can be worn around camp in the evenings.
  • 1 belt for men (non-leather ideally)
  • Work gloves for pushing the handcarts
  • Hat (sun-blocking)
  • Warm clothing (jacket, sweater, etc.)
  • Rain gear (we will trek rain or shine, hot or cold weather)

Personal Care

  • Sunscreen
  • Liquid shower soap, shampoo (small travel containers)
  • Toothbrush
  • Toothpaste
  • Bath towel (fast-drying ideal)
  • Small washcloth to help clean off at the river
  • Baby powder for feet (small travel-sized container)
  • Any other personal hygiene products you need

Camping Gear

  • Sleeping pad
  • Sleeping bag (40-degree recommended, packed in stuff sack)
  • Small pillow for sleeping
  • Earplugs (optional)

Other Items

  • Water container - This could be a Nalgene or it could be a 1 gallon bottle of water from the grocery store. Just make sure that it doesn't leak and can be refilled.
  • Small backpack
  • Headlamp
  • Extra batteries for headlamp or external battery pack and cable if headlamp is USB-charging (optional)
  • Glasses, if needed (contacts strongly not recommended)
  • Sunglasses
  • Spending money for snack stops en route

The Stake will provide each Trekker with a 5-gallon bucket with screw-on lid. Pack all clothing items in this bucket.

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