Suggested Personal Packing List

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Suggested Personal Packing List
Miscellaneous Clothing
Basic Principals of Packing
A swimsuit
Whatever you bring you carry. The only pack
Portage shoes - sturdy wet shoes or
that gets lighter as the trip progresses is the
boots
food pack. Tuscarora can help you with the
Camp shoes - dry shoes for the
campsite
items with a (*).
A set of clean clothes for your drive
home
Personal Clothing
Keep it simple, but make sure you can stay
Personal Gear
warm and dry in all conditions. Layers are the
Sleeping
best way to be prepared for anything.
Sleeping bag* - warm enough for the
Wool keeps you warm, even when wet. Cotton
coldest it could possibly get during you
takes a long time to dry out. Weather in the
trip
BWCA/Quetico is volatile, just expect it to rain
Pillow - luxury item for some, necessity
at some point on your trip.
for others
Outer Layers
Sleeping pad* - important for keeping
Rain Jacket* - waterproof/breathable
you insulted from the cold ground
Rain Pants- waterproof/breathable
Gloves* - not a bad idea, even in July
Protection from sunburn
Warm stocking hat - great for sleeping
Sunglasses*
in on cold nights, even in July
Hat/Visor/Bandana*
Light jacket - something to stop the
Lip balm (with sunscreen)
wind is great
Sunscreen*
Warm Layers
Toiletry Articles
A fleece jacket or wool sweater
Personal toiletry articles (i.e.
A long sleeved shirt for sun and bug
toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant) -
protection*
remember that scented stuff attracts
2 pair of lightweight long pants - jeans
bugs
are not ideal because they are heavy
Washcloth
when wet
Small towel
Insect repellent*
Base Layers
T Shirts*
Miscellaneous
2 pair of shorts
Flashlight* - with extra batteries
1 set of long underwear (top and
Pocket knife* - good for everything
bottom) - yes, even in July
Compass* - do you know how to use it?
Underwear
Camera* - put in something waterproof
Light socks - at least two pairs, one to
Deck of cards*
wear and one drying
Book
Heavy socks* - at least two pairs, one
Small journal
to wear and one drying
Fishing pole and small tackle box

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