Packing List

Heading out to our Huts for an overnight trip? Here are the essentials to pack and seasonal recommendations.

Essential Items:

• 40 degree sleeping bag
• Pillowcase
• Backpack
• Hut shoes or slippers
• Toiletries (huts have hot water, showers, mirrors and sinks)
• Basic first aid kit and self rescue kit: bandages, snacks, instant warmers, matches, compass, emergency blanket, knife, whistle
• Trail map
• Rain gear (even in winter)
• Headlamp or flashlight for between hut buildings at night
• Extra layers and warm gear
• Earplugs (for snoring friends)
• Trail snacks or lunch for day of arrival in winter
• Water bottle (potable water is available at every hut)
• Blaze orange (hunting season October through early December)

Gear Specific For Winter:

• Touring or backcountry Nordic skis, boots, and poles
• Snowshoes & insulated hiking boots
• Studded fat bike tires larger than 3.7″
• Base layers (top + bottom) & extra socks
• Mid insulating layer
• Outer layer of wind/waterproof jacket and pants
• Gloves, mittens, and hat
• Glide wax for skis
• Sunglasses and sunscreen

Gear Specific For Summer:

• Sunscreen and insect repellent
• Hat or bandana
• Sunglasses
• Swimsuit (Flagstaff or Poplar)
• Water shoes (Flagstaff or Poplar)
• Allergy medicine (if needed)
• Camera
• Hiking poles
• Binoculars