Everything on this list should fit into two bags: one big bag which you will check, (a suitcase, frame pack, or duffle bag — must be under a total weight of 50lbs) and one carry-on daypack.

If it doesn’t fit, you packed too much stuff!

Clothing

Head & Hands:

• one warm winter hat that will cover your ears
• waterproof gloves or mittens with liners
• disposable handwarmers or footwarmers (if you have cold hands or feet). Don’t let frigid digits ruin your adventure!

Top:

• one waterproof outer shell jacket with a hood
• 2-3 insulating layers (polyester fleece, wool sweaters – NOT COTTON)
• a couple of comfortable long sleeved shirts to wear when you are not in the field

Bottom:

• one pair of waterproof snow pants (snowboarding pants with cargo pockets are great)
• one pair of casual, comfortable pants (for the airplane trips or wearing around the lodge in the evenings)

Feet:

• at least 3 pairs of wool socks
• at least 5 pairs of sock liners
• one pair of warm snow boots (such as Sorrels)

Body:

• enough underwear for a 6 day trip
• 2+ sets of silk or capilene long underwear (tops & bottoms)
• jammies

Gear

• sleeping bag
• fitted twin sheet for under sleeping bag
• pillow case 
• flashlight with batteries (headlamps are great)
• sunscreen
• lip protection (chapstick or something with a decent SPF)
• water bottle
• camera
• small binoculars (optional, but useful)
• Bible Lesson

Art & Writing Supplies

• RA Journal (waterproof bag for journal is not a bad idea)
• a couple of pencils
• eraser
• a few pens you like to write with – at least one black (supplied)
• a compact set of colors (whatever you are familiar with – colored pencils, acrylics, or watercolors – water-based media – NO OIL PAINTS)

Personal Supplies
You guys all know what you need in the bathroom. Here are a few reminders so you don’t forget any important stuff and end up sharing toothbrushes or something gross like that.

• toothbrush
• toothpaste
• body wash
• face wash
• shampoo/conditioner
• razor
• deodorant

What NOT to Bring:

• hair dryer
• food
• computer (unless you want it for the airplane)
• phone (unless you want it for the airplane – it will be taken from you for the week)

Okay, you’re good to go!