Got your canoe and paddle? Well, don't forget your other gear!
Following gear lists are taken from Northern Tier High Adventure Equipment Checklist
Required Personal Gear - Clothing |
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| Quantity |
Item | Special Notes | |
| 1 |
Pair of Boots | All participants are required to wear boots that have full ankle coverage, a rugged stitched or vulcanized sole and drainage at the instep. Boots should not be waterproof. | |
| 1 |
Pair of Camp Shoes | All participants are required to bring closed-toe/closed-heel camp shoes with hard soles, such as lightweight sneakers. | |
| 1 | Rain Jacket | All participants are required to pack a quality rain jacket with a hood. Ensure that your rain gear is waterproof, not just water resistant. Ponchos are not acceptable and are very dangerous in the event of a capsized canoe | |
| 2 | Shirts | Long-sleeved, Lightweight | |
| 2 | Pants | Quick Dry recommend Zip Off Legs | |
| 3 | Pair of Socks | Synthetic or Wool NO Cotton | |
| 2 | Pair of Underwear | Recommend Synthetic, Quick Dry | |
| 1 | Hat | Broad Rimmed or Baseball Style | |
| 1 | Jacket | Lightweight Fleece | |
| 1 | Hat | Knit/Stocking Cap | |
| 1 | Clean/Dry Clothes | For wearing on base and to and for travel | |
| 1 | Bathing Suit | For wear for swim test and swimming | |
| 1 |
Flip Flops/Sandals | For wear in the shower these are NOT permitted on trail | |
| 1 |
Uniform | Needed if going to a BSA Camp |
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Required Personal Gear - Other |
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| 1 |
Sleeping Bag | All participants should bring a sleeping bag that is compact, synthetic, lightweight and rated to 35°F with a compression style stuff sack. | |
| 1 |
Waterproof stuff sack | 25-30 Liter dry bag for clothing and other gear this will be packed in our gear packs | |
| 1 | Sleeping Pad |
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| 1-2 |
Camp Towel | Bandanna, Buff or Synthetic Camp Towel | |
| 1 |
Belt or Suspenders | ||
| 1 |
Toothbrush | ||
| 1 |
Mess Kit | Plastic or Metal: 12 oz Bowl, 8-12 oz Cup/Mug, spoon/spork | |
| 1 |
Water Bottle | 1 Liter, wide mouthed with Carabiner Style Clip | |
| 1 |
Headlamp | ||
| 1 |
Whistle | ||
| 1 |
Lip Balm | ||
| 1 |
Sunglasses | With keeper strap | |
| 2 |
Prescription Glasses | IF needed with keeper strap | |
| 2 |
Personal Medications | If needed 2 supplies to carry in separate locations | |
| Personal Toiletries | |||
| 1 |
Bathing Towel | For on base showering needs | |
Required Personal Gear - OPTIONAL |
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| 1 |
Camera | With extra batteries and waterproof box | |
| 1 |
Head Net | For mosquitoes | |
| 1 | Long Underwear | For cool nights and mornings | |
| 1 | Rain Pants | Could double as second pair of pants | |
| 1 | Book | For Reading | |
| 1 |
Journal | For personal reflection | |
Crew Gear - REQUIRED |
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| 1 | Small Pocket Knife | 1 Knife per Canoe (3-4 total) | |
| 1 | Small Compass | 1 Compass per Canoe (3-4 total) | |
| 1 | Map Case | 1 Map Case Per Canoe (3-4 total) | |
| 1 | Set of Maps | 1 Set of Maps Per Canoe | |
| 1-2 | Sunscreen | 1-2 bottles per crew SPF 15 or greater no aerosol cans please | |
| 1-2 | Bug Repellent | 1-2 bottles per crew High Deet content recommended no aerosol cans please | |
| 1 | Toothpaste | 1 Tube per crew is recommended | |
| 1 | Medicated Foot Powder | 1 Bottle per crew is recommended | |
| 1 | Crew First Aid Kit | Complete list is outlined in Appendix | |
Crew Gear - OPTIONAL |
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| Fishing Poles | Fishing Equipment is available to check out. Crews are allowed 1-2 poles per crew. | ||
| Fishing Tackle | Limited fishing tackle is available to check out for each crew. You may want to bring some of your favorite. Make sure it is lightweight and compact. | ||
| 1 | Repair Kit | Multi-tool, duct tape, small sewing kit | |
| 1 | Binoculars | ||
| 1 | Fillet Knife | ||
