Basic Essentials   Optional Items
o Backpack, Pack Cover o Bivy Sack
o Tent, Vestibule, Stakes o Duct Tape, Epoxy
o Sleeping Bag, Sleeping Pad o Books, Magazines
o First Aid Kit, Prescription Medicines o Personal Stereo
o Water Purification o Cards, Games
o Boots, Socks o Vitamins
o Cook Pots, Cups, Plates, Water Bottles o Hot Drink Mixes
o Soap, Towlettes o Cold Drink Mixes
o Washcloth, Towel o Spices
o Flashlight, Headlamp o Cooking Oils, Butter
o Extra Batteries o Salt, Pepper, Sugar
o Sunglasses, Goggles o Gaiters, Supergaiters, Overboots
o Sunscreen, Lip Protection o Booties, Mukluks
o Insect Repellent o Balaclava, Facemask
o Knife o Insulated Pants, Windbreaker, Windpants
o Maps, Map Case, Guidebooks o Glasses, Contact Lenses
o Compass o Handwarmer
o Signal Mirror, Flares o Altimeter
o Mitt, Gloves o Radio
o Hat, Visor, Bandana o Thermometer
o Ground Cloth, Tarp o Watch, Clock
o Pants , Shorts, Swimsuit o Binoculars, Monocular
o Shirts o Camara, Tripod, Film
o Long Underwear o Daypack, Fanny Pack
o Electrolyte Tabs or Powder o Tent Brush, Rag
o Toilet Paper, Tampons o Sleeping Bag Liner
o Vest, Parka o Pillow, Sit Pad
o Toothbrush, Floss o Toiletries Kit, Kleenex
o Stove, Fuel, Matches, Lighter o Hand Cream
o Can Opener, Corkscrew o Firestarter, Lantern, Candles
o Rain Coat, Rain Pants o Tableware, Large Spoon, Turner
o Scouring Pad, Sponge o Water Bottle, Insulator
o Repair Kit, Tool Kit o Poly Bags, Aluminum Foil, Paper Towels
o Nylon Line, Wire