Winter Outings

Items provided for you:

· Meals

· Transportation

· Sleeping Bags

· Backpacks

· Rain Gear

· Outdoor Equipment

Items that you must bring:

· Bath items (toothbrush, soap, etc.)

· Towel & washcloth

· Sheet

· Pillow case

· Clothes as outlined at meeting and on clothing list

· Sunglasses (strongly recommended)

Not permitted:

· Tape or CD players

· Drugs

· Alcohol

Optional Items:

· Small flashlight

· Camera

Clothing List

For the most part, cotton is not a suitable material for clothing that is used for backcountry trips. It holds moisture, is slow to dry, and does not keep you warm when wet. Ideally, clothes made of wool and synthetic materials should be used instead of cotton.

A system of layering is the best way to be prepared for outdoor activities.

Layer	Purpose	Items
1. Base layer	wicks moisture away from skin	long underwear, sock liners
2. Insulating layer	Provides warmth	sweaters, hat, gloves, warm socks
3. Shell layer	protect from wind, rain, snow	waterproof jacket and pants

Specific Items Required

· Boots	- leather, or fabric with Gore-tex (waterproof) - or sturdy snow boots
· Socks - 2 pair of each * 1. Liner sock 2. Outer sock	- polypropylene (such as Bergelene or Capelene) - wool or synthetic
· Long Underwear (top & bottom) - 1 pair each *	- polypropylene (light or medium weight)
· Sweaters - 1	- wool, or synthetic fleece such as Polartec
· Rain Pants or Wind Pants *	- waterproof or water repellent (lightweight)
· Warm hat (2 if available)	- wool or synthetic
· Warm gloves or mittens
· Neck gaiter or ear warmer, optional
· Street clothes for non-outdoor activities	- cotton OK
· Winter Coat

If you decide to purchase any of the above items, you should start with one pair of polypropylene underwear, 1 pair of polypropylene sock and 1 pair of wool socks. These item are very useful for year round outdoor activities.

* Socks, a fleece sweater, and shell gear may be provided for you by Breakfree for this outing.