Backpack (internal frame recommended)
Sleeping bag (3 season OK)
Headlamp or flashlight
Daypack or fanny pack
Water bottle (2)
Skis and poles (metal edged skis recommended)
Ski boots (stiff soled, ankle height
boots offer better support and control
for touring and telemarking)
High-energy snack food
Whistle
Map and Compass
*Climbing skins
*Avalanche transceiver
(457 kHz frequency required)
*Snow shovel
*Avalanche probe
*Skins, transceivers, shovels, and avalanche probes are available for rent, with instruction in their use.
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1 insulated jacket (pile or down)
1 windproof (waterproof, breathable) over jacket (with hood) and pants (with leg zips)
2 pair poly-pro or synthetic underwear
2 pairs each liner socks and synthetic or
wool over socks
1 stocking cap
1 pair gaiters
1 pair each wool or poly pro liner gloves and
nylon overmitts
Sunglasses and/or ski goggles
Sunscreen
Cotton garments are not recommended for winter wilderness travel!
Wear several light to medium weight synthetic layers for regulating body temperature rather than a single heavy layer.
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Casual camp wear
Casual footwear
(e.g., insulated booties,
moccasins, sandals)
Towel and/or washcloth
Extra batteries
Camera/film
Toiletries
Reading material
Small thermos
Extra gloves
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