Backpacker’s Checklist by Xterus – Designed for the outdoor venturer
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* necessities
Backpacks
___ * Backpack (external or internal frame)
___ * Waterproof cover for your backpack (if rain)
___ Waist pack
Backpacking Gear
___ * Lightweight tent (includes poles, stakes, and lines)
___ * Tarp(s) (you might consider one for your tent and another for outdoor shelter)
___ Camping pillow
___ * Sleeping bag (down or synthetic)
___ * Sleeping pad (ground may get frozen in cold weather)
___ Ground cloth
___ * Hydration system/Water bottle
___ * Water filter
___ Sunglasses
___ Sunscreen
___ Nylon cord (50 feet)
___ * Flashlight/Head lamp (backup bulb & batteries/flashlight/head lamp)
___ Waterproof/windproof matches
___ Fire starter
___ * Pocket knife
___ * Topographic maps
___ * Compass
___ Emergency blanket
___ Whistle
___ Signal mirror
___ Emergency snacks
___ Fishing gear and license
___ Thermometer
___ Camera, film, and lenses
___ Binoculars
First Aid
___ Emergency report form and pencil
___ Emergency phone numbers and money for a phone call
___ Antibiotics
___ Antiseptics
___ Tylenol
___ Benadryl
___ Tincture of Benzoin
___ Tweezers
___ Bandage scissors
___ Irrigation syringe
___ Low-reading thermometer
___ SAM splint
___ Sterile gauze pads
___ Roller gauze
___ Nonadherent dressing
___ One-inch adhesive tape
___ Steristrips
___ Ace wrap
___ Large compress
___ Moleskin
___ Second Skin
___ Space blanket
___ Snakebite kit
Toiletries
___ Comb / Brush
___ Toothbrush / Toothpaste
___ Dental floss
___ Deodorant
___ Small towel
___ Shaving kit
___ Biodegradable soap and shampoo
___ Moisturizing lotion
___ Lip balm
___ * Toilet paper
Clothing
· Under-layer
___ Underwear
___ Long underwear (light or midweight; synthetic)
___ Liner socks (one extra pair)
___ Wool outer socks (one extra pair)
___ Sport-specific socks (one extra pair)
___ T-shirt (cotton/synthetic blends)
· Mid-Layer
___ Wool shirt
___ Fleece, Polartec, or wool sweater
___ Shorts
___ Long pants
· Outer-Layer
___ Wool, Bomber, Polartec hat
___ Bandanna
___ Sun hat
___ Fleece or Polartec jacket
___ Parka (synthetic fill or down)
___ Wool mittens
___ Rain suit (jacket and pants)
___ Gaitors
___ Windbreaker
___ * Hiking boots
Cookware
___ * Backpacking stove
___ * Fuel/Fuel bottle
___ Primer paste
___ * Lighter/Matches
___ Windscreen
___ * Cookware
___ Water bag (collapsible)
___ Food Storage Containers
___ Zip-lock plastic bags (freezer variety)
___ Spatula
___ Can opener (GI folding variety)
___ Small whisk
___ Small grater
___ Pot grips
___ * Utensils
___ Plate
___ Cup
___ Bowl
___ Cutting board (eg. small nylon variety)
___ Scrub pads
___ Biodegradable soap
___ Paper towels
___ Aluminum foil
___ Spice kit
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