Back-packing Checklist
Backpacking checklist
A quick list to review before heading out into the wild. The idea is to consider but not to bring all the items.
Tent (hooks and string if on platform)
Stove
Fuel
Lighters x 2
Pots
Pocket Knife
Spoons x 2
Cups x 2
Tin Opener
Coffee Filter
Water filter/pump
Extra platypus bag to carry unfiltered water
Scouring Pad
Flashlight
Bug Juice & Bug Spray
Sunscreen
Utility Rope to hang food
First Aid Kit
Maps/GPS
Fire-starter
Toilet paper, Hand sanitizer, Plastic bag for discard
Extra plastic bags for pots, sleeping bags, etc.
Backpack & Rain cover
Day pack
Individual
Toothbrush, Toothpaste, Floss
Reading Glasses
eReader
Sleeping Bag, Pillow
Sleeping sheet
Sleeping Pad
Seat Pad
Waterbottle
Platypus (water bag) with extra top
Walking Sticks
Camera/extra batteries
Toiletries (hand cream, lip balm...)
Bear spray
Individual Clothing
Boots
Sandals
Long pants
Light Thermals
Shorts
Wool t-shirt long sleeved/short sleeved
Long Sleeve Shirt
Underwear
Socks
Fleece
Down jacket
Light Wool Hat
Sun Gloves & Light gloves
Gators
Rain Gear
Sun Hat
Sun Glasses
Bandana
Other Items
Water Purification Pills
Soap & Shampoo
Sewing Kit
Detergent
Pen & Paper
Portable Washbasin
Binoculars