Supply List

Please make sure to bring all the items listed below. You can download a printable version of this list below. Please adjust the number of socks, pants, etc according to the number of days you will be spending in Yosemite (we will be spending 5). When asked what they could have done to make their stay at NatureBridge more enjoyable, many students answer that they would have followed the equipment list more closely!

· Sack lunch and drink for the bus ride to Yosemite

· Waterproof hiking boots (students will wear the boots to school for the two weeks prior to the trip)

· Extra tennis/running shoes for evening activities or for around camp

· Warm Jacket, an insulated layer, such as a parka with a hood

· Two sweaters or fleeces: lightweight wool or fleece, avoid cotton

· Three pair of pants (avoid cotton)

· Three to five shirts (avoid cotton)

· Waterproof pants

· Waterproof jacket

· 5 pairs of socks (wool or synthetic preferred)

· Underwear

· Night wear-pajamas, thermals or sweats work well

· Waterproof gloves or mittens

· Head wear: warm cap/beanie and light weight hat with brim

· Optional: camera, binoculars

· Toiletries: shampoo, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, sunscreen, lip balm

· Towel

· Personal medication (only if on the medical form)

· Sunglasses

· Sleeping bag and pillow

· Flashlight with spare batteries or headlamp

· Daypack

· Plastic Bag: trash size to put over your backpack in case of rain

· Two gallon size Ziploc Bags

· Two water bottles, each about 1 liter

· Bandana, serves as your field lunch placemat

· Alarm clock (battery operated clock or watch with alarm- no phones)

Note to Parents: please do not bring:

· Extra Food: including gum and candy-food is not allowed in the cabins, ample food will be provided

· Knives

· Electronics: phones, video games, etc.

· Hand warmers- these are wasteful and often end up as litter

Be Prepared

Please come prepared to hike in a blizzard, in hot sunny weather, or in a rainstorm. Weather is variable. Layer clothing on top of each other for greater flexibility, as temperatures change throughout the day.

Regarding Your Boots

Purchase boots at least two months ahead of time. Fit with a thick pair of wool socks. Buy boots that fit your needs. Hiking boots should offer ankle support and traction on rocky and slippery surfaces. Above all your boots must be waterproof and comfortable. Blisters can be painful. It is important to prepare your boots and your feet for hiking. Wear your boots for half-day periods for several weeks before you Yosemite trip. This allows boots and feet to get used to each other.