Many people travel and enjoy climbing as part of an active lifestyle or to support a charitable effort. As I was preparing for one such effort, I thought it may be useful to share my essential checklist for trekking-ware.
- Light balaclava or warm fleece hat
- 2 quick-drying T-shirts synthetic
- Light & expedition weight thermals
- Fleece jacket or pullover
- Waterproof shell jacket
- Down vest and/or jacket
- Lightweight gloves x 2
- Heavyweight gloves or mittens
- Lightweight hiking long pants
- Light & expedition weight thermals
- Waterproof shell pants
- Thin, lightweight inner sock liners (2)
- Thick, warm wool hiking socks (3) Required when others get wet
- Worn in hiking boots and spare laces
- Sleeping bag rated to 0 degrees F
- Duffle bag and small lock
- Basic First Aid Kit
- Large plastic bags – to keep items dry
- One liter water bottles x 2
- Toiletries
- Small wash towel
- Personal medication