Backpacking Equipment List
Western Colorado Outdoors provides breakfast and dinner along with the cooking supplies and equipment. However; the following list is not included in the equipment provided by Western Colorado Outdoors. Tents, backpacks, sleeping bags, and sleeping pads are available for rent.
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Backpack: 50-80 liters
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Tent: lightweight with a rain fly in case of adverse weather conditions
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Sleeping Bag: Down or Synthetic bag; rated for 15-30 degrees
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Sleeping Pad
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Bowl/Spoon/Cup
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Pocket Knife
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Water Bottle: 2 Liters combined capacity; bottles or bladder
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Water Purification System
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Hiking Boots: Waterproof with aggressive tread
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Socks: 2-3 pairs of wool or synthetic blend
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Base Layer: Synthetic t-shirt and synthetic underwear
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Soft Shell Pants: Warm enough for cool mornings and nights but light enough for warm days
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Soft Shell Jacket: Light weight
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Hard Shell Jacket: Waterproof and breathable
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Hats: One for sun protection and one for warmth
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Sunglasses:
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Sunscreen and Lip Balm
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Flashlight: Bring spare batteries
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Toiletries: Toilet Paper, Toothbrush/paste, wet wipes, hand sanitizer, etc.
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First Aid (Personal medication/needs; Guide will have large one as well)
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Camera
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Lunch Food: Anything you want to eat between breakfast and lunch (dried meats, cheese, crackers, trail mix, protein bars, etc.)