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Packing lists for one week: (summer travel)CLOTHINGItems to wear * shorts or long pants (pack the other). * T-shirt or item * hat (water repellent treated) * heavy polypropylene blend or wool socks * trail boots of choice * bandanna (optional). Items to pack * "chamois skin" or a light-weight long sleeve shirt * three pair heavy polypropylene blend or wool socks * hooded rain jacket and pants * lightweight sneakers to wear in camp * lightweight nylon/spandex swim suit * two T-shirts and three underwear changes * lightweight (nylon) shell wind-breaker * medium-weight wool or synthetic fleece Jac-shirt * long johns for spring or fall trips (in the summer this is optional) * Sport bras EQUIPMENT AND PERSONAL ITEMSEquipment for each party (all amounts in proportion to party size)Kitchen equipment * camp stove(s), fuel - check operation of stove * plate, cup, fork and spoon for each camper * spatula * two large cooking spoons * two-quart pot plus two smaller nesting pots inside * 10 inch non-stick fry pan * coffee pot/ tea kettle (optional). Use instant coffee, wet coffee grounds must be packed out. * pot lifter * dish wash items (steel wool, biodegradable soap, dish cloth, "chamois" towel for drying) * quart-size shaker bottle * fillet knife * condiments * hot pads * soap bar to coat pots and pans or place soot-covered pots and pans in their own bags. Stove use will avoid this problem. * paper towels * measuring cup * strainer for straining dishwater (a section of rolled-up "butter-fly” netting) * butane lighter * wire whisk General equipment* tent (extra stakes) - check for leaks * ground cloth * nylon tarp (used as a sail and for rain protection in camp) with set-up ropes attached. Use at least an 8x10 foot size. * sleeping bag * self-inflating (or foam) sleeping pad * repair kit (duct tape, nylon strapping tape, liquid aluminum if using aluminum canoes, clothes mending kit & spare buttons, super glue, eye glass repair items, multi-purpose tool such as a Leatherman, and a pad patch kit) * 50 to100 feet nylon 3/8 inch bear rope, light-weight cording and string * folding saw * first aid kit (mole skin, antibiotic, anti-diarrhea, small scissors, elastic bandage, pain relievers included) * trowel (Quetico only, for digging latrine) * toilet paper (double bagged) * fire grate stored in a bag (only for Quetico cooking, BWCAW campsites have fireplaces with grates) * large sponge or plastic milk jug with the bottom cut away for canoe bailing (strapped under a seat) * water sack or collapsible water bucket * spare paddle * life vests * clothes pins and line * spare zip-lock plastic bags of various sizes * water filter and a halide treatment method to purify large amounts of water * map sets * day pack for each canoe party (optional) * bungee cords or straps to fasten fishing rods to gunwale * "chamois" towel to wipe off wet tents and canoe seats * alarm clock (optional) * playing cards, travel cribbage board (optional) * spare 11 and 30 gal. plastic bags * rescue/signal items (mirror, whistle, small flare) * fire starter * 2 bottles of biodegradable soap, one for dish washing and one for hand/clothes washing * bow and stern painters (about 25 feet each) * camp chair such as a Crazy Creek brand (optional) * wind-proof matches & butane lighter * sharp hatchet * camp pillow Personal items (in pocket, canoe, day pack or personal stuff sack)Pocket items * butane lighter * compass * one two-ounce bottle bug dope (at least 30% DEET content) * map of the day * chap stick * pocket knife (multi-purpose type is best) * handkerchief (optional) Day pack items * water container * camera, film & extra batteries (optional) Expensive cameras should be stored in a waterproof bag. However, this is a dilemma, since wildlife appearances are usually sudden and brief - keep the camera as handy as possible. * fishing gear (optional) * head net for bad insect times (optional) * (polarized) sunglasses (security strap highly recommended if you wear corrective glasses) * sunscreen * binoculars (optional) * another two-ounce bottle of insect lotion * insect after bite * Stuff sack items (packed inside the large personal pack) * mini-flashlight/head lamp with spare batteries * toiletries are kept in a small bag toothbrush/paste, comb, hand lotion, nail clipper, dental floss, safety pins, hand towel (a "thirsty" cloth, i.e., chamois is best), and biodegradable soap. * small paperback book (optional but nice for camp-bound days) * small notebook and pencil for a journal (optional) * playing cards * feminine hygiene products Fishing Items* Fresh line on reels, lube reels * Sharpen hooks * Tackle box * Filet knife and glove * Knife sharpener * Stringer * Hook extractor/pliers * Fish batter & cooking oil * Fish locator & spare batteries * Superglue and spare rod tips * Spool of line * Short handle or folding handle landing net * Live bait Other Items and considerations* Canadian RABC permits * Ontario and/or Minnesota fishing licenses * Health and vehicle insurance info * Itinerary and phone numbers left with someone at home. * Personal medications * Personal identification (birth certificates for minors crossing into Canada) * Spare contact lenses * Boat license on canoe if supplying own canoe * Hide key on or near vehicle to avoid carrying a key on the trip * Do not leave valuables in your vehicle as trailhead break-ins are not uncommon. * USFS Permit and reservations confirmations * Get fresh and frozen foods * Cooler and ice for traveling * Bag of toiletries, clean clothes, and shoes for return trip * Travel alarm * Cable and lock for canoe to secure it when traveling over night |
Packing lists for one week: (summer travel)CLOTHINGItems to wear * shorts or long pants (pack the other). * T-shirt or item * hat (water repellent treated) * heavy polypropylene blend or wool socks * trail boots of choice * bandanna (optional). Items to pack * "chamois skin" or a light-weight long sleeve shirt * three pair heavy polypropylene blend or wool socks * hooded rain jacket and pants * lightweight sneakers to wear in camp * lightweight nylon/spandex swim suit * two T-shirts and three underwear changes * lightweight (nylon) shell wind-breaker * medium-weight wool or synthetic fleece Jac-shirt * long johns for spring or fall trips (in the summer this is optional) * Sport bras EQUIPMENT AND PERSONAL ITEMSEquipment for each party (all amounts in proportion to party size)Kitchen equipment * camp stove(s), fuel - check operation of stove * plate, cup, fork and spoon for each camper * spatula * two large cooking spoons * two-quart pot plus two smaller nesting pots inside * 10 inch non-stick fry pan * coffee pot/ tea kettle (optional). Use instant coffee, wet coffee grounds must be packed out. * pot lifter * dish wash items (steel wool, biodegradable soap, dish cloth, "chamois" towel for drying) * quart-size shaker bottle * fillet knife * condiments * hot pads * soap bar to coat pots and pans or place soot-covered pots and pans in their own bags. Stove use will avoid this problem. * paper towels * measuring cup * strainer for straining dishwater (a section of rolled-up "butter-fly? netting) * butane lighter * wire whisk General equipment* tent (extra stakes) - check for leaks * ground cloth * nylon tarp (used as a sail and for rain protection in camp) with set-up ropes attached. Use at least an 8x10 foot size. * sleeping bag * self-inflating (or foam) sleeping pad * repair kit (duct tape, nylon strapping tape, liquid aluminum if using aluminum canoes, clothes mending kit & spare buttons, super glue, eye glass repair items, multi-purpose tool such as a Leatherman, and a pad patch kit) * 50 to100 feet nylon 3/8 inch bear rope, light-weight cording and string * folding saw * first aid kit (mole skin, antibiotic, anti-diarrhea, small scissors, elastic bandage, pain relievers included) * trowel (Quetico only, for digging latrine) * toilet paper (double bagged) * fire grate stored in a bag (only for Quetico cooking, BWCAW campsites have fireplaces with grates) * large sponge or plastic milk jug with the bottom cut away for canoe bailing (strapped under a seat) * water sack or collapsible water bucket * spare paddle * life vests * clothes pins and line * spare zip-lock plastic bags of various sizes * water filter and a halide treatment method to purify large amounts of water * map sets * day pack for each canoe party (optional) * bungee cords or straps to fasten fishing rods to gunwale * "chamois" towel to wipe off wet tents and canoe seats * alarm clock (optional) * playing cards, travel cribbage board (optional) * spare 11 and 30 gal. plastic bags * rescue/signal items (mirror, whistle, small flare) * fire starter * 2 bottles of biodegradable soap, one for dish washing and one for hand/clothes washing * bow and stern painters (about 25 feet each) * camp chair such as a Crazy Creek brand (optional) * wind-proof matches & butane lighter * sharp hatchet * camp pillow Personal items (in pocket, canoe, day pack or personal stuff sack)Pocket items * butane lighter * compass * one two-ounce bottle bug dope (at least 30% DEET content) * map of the day * chap stick * pocket knife (multi-purpose type is best) * handkerchief (optional) Day pack items * water container * camera, film & extra batteries (optional) Expensive cameras should be stored in a waterproof bag. However, this is a dilemma, since wildlife appearances are usually sudden and brief - keep the camera as handy as possible. * fishing gear (optional) * head net for bad insect times (optional) * (polarized) sunglasses (security strap highly recommended if you wear corrective glasses) * sunscreen * binoculars (optional) * another two-ounce bottle of insect lotion * insect after bite * Stuff sack items (packed inside the large personal pack) * mini-flashlight/head lamp with spare batteries * toiletries are kept in a small bag toothbrush/paste, comb, hand lotion, nail clipper, dental floss, safety pins, hand towel (a "thirsty" cloth, i.e., chamois is best), and biodegradable soap. * small paperback book (optional but nice for camp-bound days) * small notebook and pencil for a journal (optional) * playing cards * feminine hygiene products Fishing Items* Fresh line on reels, lube reels * Sharpen hooks * Tackle box * Filet knife and glove * Knife sharpener * Stringer * Hook extractor/pliers * Fish batter & cooking oil * Fish locator & spare batteries * Superglue and spare rod tips * Spool of line * Short handle or folding handle landing net * Live bait Other Items and considerations* Canadian RABC permits * Ontario and/or Minnesota fishing licenses * Health and vehicle insurance info * Itinerary and phone numbers left with someone at home. * Personal medications * Personal identification (birth certificates for minors crossing into Canada) * Spare contact lenses * Boat license on canoe if supplying own canoe * Hide key on or near vehicle to avoid carrying a key on the trip * Do not leave valuables in your vehicle as trailhead break-ins are not uncommon. * USFS Permit and reservations confirmations * Get fresh and frozen foods * Cooler and ice for traveling * Bag of toiletries, clean clothes, and shoes for return trip * Travel alarm * Cable and lock for canoe to secure it when traveling over night |