~Summer hiking gear list (May - November) ~

• Comfortable backpack, 1200-1800 cu.in. capacity
• Comfortable durable hiking boots
• Hiking socks
• Water - 2 liters (3 or 4 liters in hot temps)
• Sandwich or Cold Pizza, cheese and crackers, beef jerky, granola bars, trail mix, fruit, cookies, chocolate, hard candy 
• *Rain jacket, preferably Gortex or other breathable waterproof material
• *Rain pants (same material)
• Long-sleeve synthetic shirt
• Moisture wicking t-shirt (if you must wear cotton, bring an extra to change at top) 
• Comfortable hiking shorts or zip off pants
• Lightweight fleece jacket or Dri Clime Shirt (Marmot)
• In October: Also bring a wool hat/gloves
• In November: Wear synthetic lightweight underwear tops/bottoms, fleece vest (replaces long-sleeve synthetic shirt), and soft shell parka if it's NOT raining (replaces rain jacket)
• Trekking poles (optional) 
• Bandana
• Sunscreen
• Sunglasses
• Bug repellant
• First Aid kit (different sized adhesive bandages, antibiotic cream, non-porous tape, pain reliever, moleskin, personal medications including  allergic reactions to bees etc.)
• Compass
• Whistle
• Pocket knife
• Small lightweight flashlight or headlamp
• Hat with brim for shade
  
  *It is important to have these things available- sudden storms occur frequently.
  
  

  ~Strenuous above treeline gear list (May – November)~

• Comfortable backpack, 2000-2500 cu.in. capacity
• Comfortable durable hiking boots
• Hiking socks, extra pair
• Water – 2 liters (3 or 4 liters in hot temps)
• Protein (sandwich, cold pizza, cheese, jerky), granola bars, trail mix, fruit, chocolate, hard candy 
• Moisture wicking t-shirt (if you must wear cotton, bring an extra to change at top)
• Synthetic long-sleeve shirt 
• Comfortable hiking shorts or zip off pants
• *Rain jacket, preferably Gortex or other breathable waterproof material
• *Rain pants same material
• *Fleece jacket
• *Warm hat and gloves (even in August it can snow or hail up there)
• Bandana
• Sunscreen
• Sunglasses
• Bug repellant
• First Aid kit (different sized adhesive bandages, antibiotic cream, non-porous tape, pain reliever, moleskin, personal medications including allergic reactions to bees etc.)
• Trekking poles (optional)
• Compass
• Whistle
• Pocket knife
• Small lightweight flashlight or headlamp
• Hat with brim for shade if hot
• Lightweight gloves
• Large plastic bag to line pack with to keep items dry
  
  

  *It is important to have these things available- sudden storms occur frequently. 

  ~Winter hiking gear list (December- April)~
  
  
• Comfortable backpack, 2500-3000 cu.in. capacity
• Waterproof insulated winter hiking boots (gaiters over your boots helps keep your feet drier and warmer)
• Heavyweight hiking socks with sock liners underneath
• Water in insulated carrier – 2 liters (a small thermos containing hot chocolate or apple cider is a good idea) 
• Sandwich or cold pizza, cheese and crackers, beef jerky, granola bars, trail mix, fruit, chocolate
• Heavyweight water resistant shell jacket and pants (Bring an 800 fill down jacket for temperatures below zero wind chill)
• Heavyweight fleece jacket
• Non-cotton, synthetic long-sleeve shirt 
• Pack cover or large plastic bag to line the inside (to keep things inside dry)
• Warm hat, warm waterproof insulated gloves, and neck gaiter/scarf 
• Extra pair of warm, waterproof insulated mittens (bring handwarmers)
• Medium weight moisture wicking long underwear top/bottoms (unless below zero wind chill then expedition weight)
• Trekking poles with snow baskets (optional)
• First Aid kit (different sized adhesive bandages, antibiotic cream, non-porous tape, pain reliever, moleskin, personal medications )
• Sunglasses
• Ski goggles (buy the expensive, anti-fog lens to prevent them from icing up and not allowing you to see; never take them off your face once they are on!) 
• Compass
• Whistle
• Pocket knife
• Small lightweight headlamp 
• Snowshoes with built-in crampons (needed if trail is unbroken and  there has been a recent snowfall of 6 inches or more) 
• Stabilicers or MicroSpikes (to prevent slipping/falls on icy rocks or steep terrain) 
• Above Treeline: full crampons, ice axe, balaclava/face mask to protect your face from frostbite 

~Overnite backpack gear and clothing~

• Comfortable backpack, 3200-4000 cu in capacity
• Pack cover or large plastic garbage bag
• Comfortable durable hiking boots
• Sleeping bag rated for appropriate temps
• Ground pad for insulation and comfort (full length thermarest inflatable mattress are best get the average thikness)
• 1 or 2 person tent (share tent= share weight to carry)
• Trekking poles
• Eating utensil, mug, bowl
• Water (minimum 2 qts, hot day 100 oz or more)
• Snacks such as granola bars,chocolate, or trail mix (enough for the days out)
• Rain jacket, preferably Gortex or other breathable waterproof material
• Rain pants (same material)
• Fleece jacket, mid or heavy weight
• Hat for shade if hot, fleece for cooler temps
• Lightweight fleece gloves, heavier weight for cooler temps
• Moisture wicking shirt
• Zip off hiking pants
• Wicking undergarments
• Hiking socks, 2 prs
• Bandana
• Sunscreen
• Sunglasses
• Bug repellant
• First Aid kit (different sized adhesive bandages, antibiotic cream, non-porous tape, pain relievers, moleskin, personal medications including  allergic reactions to bees etc.)
• Compass
• Whistle
• Pocket knife
• Small lightweight headlamp
• Personal toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, biodegradable soap or cleaning towelettes, feminine products, deodorant)
  
  Note: Lighter is better - every ounce counts as you are carrying everything. As a general rule, guys should not carry more than 33% of your  weight. When packing put the items you may need to access quickly such as rain gear at the top or in an accessible pocket.

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