- day pack (used for carrying water, extra clothing, etc.) or
- back pack (if you prefer to carry your own personal gear)
- sleeping bag/stuff sack (should be rated +15 or warmer)
- sleeping pad
- duffel bag w/ lock (for storing non-climbing gear while on the climb)
- large plastic bags (sleeping bag will be bagged for protection from potential rain)
- toiletries (enough for your entire trip)
- sunscreen (SPF 15 or higher)
- flashlight or headlamp (we will NOT be hiking at night, but this may come in handy)
- towelettes
- face towel (for washing up in camp)
- personal first aid kit
- two one-quart, wide-mouthed plastic bottles
- water treatment tablets
- gloves (a pair of medium wool or polypro)
- outer shells (a waterproof pair to go over your mittens)
- polypro cap or balaclava
- cap or hat (for shade)
- glacier glasses
- polypro or wool tops (mixture of light, medium or heavyweight for layering)
- polypro or wool bottoms (mixture of light and heavy for layering)
- rain pants (waterproof nylon or Goretex)
- parka (waterproof nylon or Goretex)
- poncho (protection for yourself and your day-pack)
- thin socks (polypro for wearing under thicker socks)
- thick socks (we recommend Thor-lo)
- leather hiking boots (plastic Mountaineering boots are not necessary)
- gaiters (high or low to keep the dirt and snow out of your boots)
Optional:
- water flavoring (powdered)
- tennis shoes (to wear in camp)
- ski poles (highly recommended for the descent!)
Saturday, November 19, 2011
Shopping Time!
The equipment you need to bring is:
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