__ backpack with padded hip belt
internal frame: 4,800 cu in +/-
external frame: 4,000 cu in +/-
__ pack cover (waterproof nylon)
__ 6-12 gallon size Ziploc bags to pack clothes
__ sleeping bag in stuff sack (with plastic bag)
__ sleeping clothes (T-shirt and shorts will do)
__ foam sleeping pad (closed cell or Therma-Rest)
__ hiking boots (broken-in!!)
__ lightweight sneakers (old tennis shoes)
__ 3 pairs heavy socks (wool)
__ 3 pairs sock liners (polypro)
__ 3 pairs underwear
__ 2 T Shirts, (not nylon)
__ 2 hiking shorts
__ 1 hat or cap (flexible, with brim)
__ 1 long sleeve shirt
__ 1 long pants (cotton or nylon. NO heavy jeans!)
__ 1 insulated underwear (polypro)
__ 1 jacket (windbreaker, polar fleece)
__ 1 glove liners or mittens (wool or polypro)
__ 1 rain gear (must bring!)
__ several plastic bags (large/medium garbage bags, 1-gal Ziploc bags)
__ 3 or 4 one qt. water bottles (must bring!)
__ bowl for eating
__ cup (plastic is OK)
__ spoon
__ small pocketknife
__ matches and lighter in waterproof container
__ small flashlight or head lamp (Bring extra batteries and bulb!)
__ Philmont topo map
__ compass
__ 2 handkerchiefs
__ toothbrush/toothpaste
__ soap, shampoo
__ camp towel (lightweight)
__ sunglasses
__ lip balm chapstick (SPF 25)
__ sunscreen
__ ditty bag for personal items in the bear bag
__ money ($10-$20 in small bills)
__ camera and film (if use digital camera, bring enough memory and batteries) __ note pad and pen __ postcards, pre-stamped __ whistle __ watch __ daypack for side hikes
NO RADIOS, CD/MP3 PLAYERS, VIDEO GAME DEVICES OR HAMMOCKS. CELL PHONES ARE DISCOURAGED. DO NOT BRING DEODORANT.
