Backpacking Checklist Our backpacking checklist is your tried-and-true guide to packing smart for overnight hiking trips. The list is intentionally comprehensive so you don’t forget anything important. The Ten Essentials The must-haves for safety, survival, and basic comfort: 1. Navigation Map (with protective case) Compass GPS (optional) Altimeter (optional) 2. Sun protection Sunscreen Lip balm Sunglasses 3. Insulation Jacket, vest, pants, gloves, hat (see Clothing, below) 4. Illumination Headlamp or flashlight Extra batteries 5. First-aid supplies First-aid kit (see our First-Aid Checklist) 6. Fire Matches or lighter Waterproof container Fire starter (for emergency survival fire) 7. Repair kit and tools Knife or multi-tool Repair kits for stove, mattress; duct tape strips 8. Nutrition Extra day's supply of food 9. Hydration Water bottles or hydration reservoirs Water filter or other treatment system 10. Emergency shelter Tent, tarp, bivy or reflective blanket Beyond the Ten Essentials Backpack Daypack or summit pack Pack cover Tent, tarp or bivy sack (with stakes, guylines) Tent-pole repair sleeve Footprint (if desired for tent) Sleeping bag Stuff sack or compression sack Sleeping pad Pillow or stuffable pillow case Whistle (plus signaling mirror) Multifunction watch with altimeter Trekking poles Ice axe Meals Energy food (bars, gels, chews, trail mix) Energy beverages or drink mixes Stove Fuel Cookset (with pot grabber) Dishes or bowls Utensils Cups (measuring cups) Bear canister (or hang bags for food) Nylon cord (50' for hanging food) Backup water treatment Collapsible sink or container Packable lantern Clothing: Warm Weather Wicking T-shirt (synthetic or wool) Wicking underwear Quick-drying pants or shorts Long-sleeve shirt (for sun, bugs) Sun-shielding hat Bandana or Buff Clothing: Cool Weather Wicking long-sleeve T-shirt Wicking long underwear (good sleepwear) Hat, cap, skullcap, balaclava or headband Gloves or mittens Rainwear (jacket, pants) Fleece jacket or vest, and pants Footwear; Assorted Personal Items Hiking Boots or hiking shoes suited to terrain Socks (synthetic or wool) plus spares Gaiters Sandals (for fording, in camp) Camera or helmet cam Extra memory cards Binoculars Permits Route description or guidebook Field guide(s); star identifier Outdoor journal and pen or pencil Credit card; small amount of cash Earplugs and eye shade Toilet paper Sanitation trowel Hand sanitizer Insect repellent Bear spray Toothbrush and/or toiletry kit Biodegradable soap (and shower bag) Quick-dry towel Cell phone / satellite communicator / 2-way radios Personal locator beacon Post-hike snacks, water, towel, clothing change Trip itinerary left with friend and under car seat
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