Pioneer Clothing And Equipment List (Page 2 of 4) in pdf

priorities. Packs should be within the 65-70L range. Campers carry their own

backpacks so it should fit well.

☐ 2 dry bags – One 20-30L for sleeping bag, one 30-40L for personal gear.

This will go inside your child’s personal backpack. Make sure they are in good shape

and waterproof (welded seams, good closure, good material). Do NOT bring garbage

bags.

☐ 1 small pillow (optional)

☐ 1 flashlight/headlamp – and extra batteries (headlamp is recommended)

☐ 1 dish set (large mug, bowl, plate, knife, fork, spoon) in a mesh bag – metal

or plastic, WELL LABELLED with camper name.

☐ 1-2 1L water bottle – metal or Nalgene

☐ 1 pair of sunglasses and attachment string

☐ 1 towel

☐ 1 bug net for bed – recommended for July campers. Can be purchased at MEC

or Canadian Tire.

☐ 1 pair of sunglasses and attachment string

ESSENTIAL CLOTHING ITEMS FOR CANOE TRIP

Cotton on trip is cumbersome and at times dangerous. When wet it uses the body’s

heat to dry itself causing the person wearing the cotton to become colder. Thus we

ask that your child does not bring cotton on trip. We recommend that your child

bring clothes made of quick-dry or wicking materials. These clothes dry fast and

keep your child warm. Good materials to look out for are fleece for sweaters, merino

wool or polypropylene (example – Capilene from Patagonia) for long johns and

shirts, and quick dry for shorts and pants. These rules about cotton apply to socks as

well. Wool and Smartwool are good sock material. It is important to remember that

there will be varied summer weather and temperatures, so you must prepare for a

range of possibilities.

☐ 2 pairs of shoes – one pair for day use with good ankle support (does not

necessarily mean a high ankle, but should have a good grip and be very sturdy).

These shoes will be worn while portaging. Make sure they are broken in. Dry shoes

for the evening can be lighter and less sturdy.

☐ 1 rain jacket - Must be waterproof. Breathable is highly recommended, though

not imperative.

☐ 1 pair rain pants - Must be waterproof. Breathable is highly recommended,

though not imperative. Rubber rain paints are sufficient. Rain pants are usually

worn during the day when raining and at night to keep dry while on the camp site if

it is raining.

☐ 1 bug jacket – a baseball hat is recommended for under the bug jacket to keep

the mesh away from the face.

☐ 2 t-shirts

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