| Helen's Backpacking List | ||||||
| Number of Days | 3 | 0 | Nasty or Extreme Weather | |||
| Median daytime temp | 65 | 0 | Bad Bugs | |||
| Lowest expected temp | 35 | 0 | Snow | |||
| Tot Oz | Lbs | Oz | ||||
| "Base" Weight | 160 | 10 | 0 | |||
| Food&Water | 41 | 2 | 9 | |||
| Total Pack | 201 | 12 | 9 | |||
| Worn | 47 | 2 | 15 | |||
| Skin Out Weight | 248 | 15 | 8 | |||
| Items | # of[1] | Ozs | Total | Description / Explanation | ||
| Pack | ||||||
| Mountainsmith Seraph | 1 | 32 | 32 | Panel loading women's pack | ||
| Home: Sleep and Shelter | ||||||
| Sil Nylon Stuff Sack | 1 | 2 | 2 | For water protection | ||
| Montbell U.L.SS.Down Hugger #3 | 1 | 24 | 24 | 30F down bag which will provide great versitility while growing | ||
| PAC Insulated Air Matress | 1 | 22 | 22 | sleep pad stolen from dad. Foam pad would be lighter, but this is more comfortable and compact | ||
| Nunutak Ghost Blanket | 0 | 16 | 0 | Use dad's quilt for extra insulation for winter camping | ||
| Nightlight Foam Pad | 0 | 5 | 0 | foam pad for winter camping | ||
| Small & Essential Items | ||||||
| First Aid Kit | 1 | 2 | 2 | Adventure Medical Ultralight .3 | ||
| Bathroom | 1 | 4 | 4 | Hand towel, toothbrush, toothpaste, floss, blistex, hair brush | ||
| PrincetonTec Quad | 1 | 3.4 | 3.4 | LED headlamp | ||
| Cooking | ||||||
| Cup, Silverware | 1 | 1 | 1 | bright orange lexan spork (I love saying that), plastic measuring cup | ||
| 20oz Plastic Bowl | 1 | 1.5 | 1.5 | either ziplock or 1/2 of dad's GSI nesting bowl | ||
| Misc/Options | ||||||
| Snowclaw Shovel | 0 | 8 | 0 | |||
| Aquis Body Towel | 1 | 8 | 8 | |||
| Swim Suit or River Shorts | 1 | 4 | 4 | I will swim, even if the water is too cold for dad | ||
| Nature Notebook | 0 | 8 | 0 | |||
| Pencils & Drawing Tools | 1 | 5 | 5 | |||
| Playing Cards | 0 | 3 | 0 | |||
| Blanket/Pillow | 1 | 11 | 11 | Cuddly… dad thinks it's excess weight, but it's coming | ||
| Teddy Bear | 0 | 6 | 0 | |||
| Clothing Carry | ||||||
| Smartwool Socks | 1 | 1.5 | 1.5 | Sleeping socks | ||
| Primaloft Booties | 0 | 5 | 0 | Sleeping socks in winter | ||
| Extra Socks | 1 | 1 | 1 | A pair for every two days | ||
| Briefs | 2 | 1 | 2 | A pair for each day | ||
| Short PJs | 0 | 6 | 0 | Take if night time temps are >70F | ||
| Power Dry Tights | 1 | 5 | 5 | Use as PJs and for extra warmth | ||
| Rei Rain Pants | 0 | 10 | 0 | Skip unless is really nasty weather and not wearing ski bibs | ||
| Power Dry Shirt | 1 | 5 | 5 | Use as PJs and for extra warmth if not wearing | ||
| Extra Tee-Shirt | 0 | 4 | 0 | Bring if it is going to be warm. | ||
| Supplex Shirt | 0 | 5 | 0 | Protection against bugs and sun | ||
| DriDucks Poncho | 1 | 8.5 | 8.5 | Somewhat fragile but waterproof breathable material… no internal condensation | ||
| Emergency Poncho | 0 | 2 | 0 | cheap plastic poncho if rain is extremely unlikely. | ||
| Marmot Driclime Windshirt | 1 | 8.5 | 8.5 | Do everything jacket. Works in drizzle, blocks wind, some warmth | ||
| Patagonia Micro Puff Vest | 1 | 7 | 7 | Warm vest for when it's getting cool. Man's size XS from outlet clearance sale | ||
| Patagonia Micro Puff Parka | 0 | 18 | 0 | Extra warmth for colder trips | ||
| Fleece Gloves | 0 | 1 | 0 | hands get cold easily | ||
| Heavy Mittens | 0 | 6 | 0 | hands get cold easily | ||
| Head Net | 0 | 3 | 0 | keep bugs off face | ||
| PolarBuff | 1 | 2 | 2 | Leopard print! "warm" hat above freezing, neck gaitor in colder conditions. | ||
| Fleece Hat | 0 | 2 | 0 | warm hat for night time. Carry unless wearing during the day | ||
| Googles | 0 | 2 | 0 | help see and keep eyes warm | ||
| Teva Sandals | 0 | 10.2 | 0 | Camp shoes | ||
| Clothing Wear | ||||||
| Smartwool Socks | 1 | 1.5 | 1.5 | |||
| Briefs | 1 | 1 | 1 | |||
| Power Dry Tights | 0 | 5 | 0 | if extra cold | ||
| Supplex Convertible Pants | 1 | 8 | 8 | |||
| Ski Bibs | 0 | 17 | 0 | if hot and no bugs | ||
| Nike Running Shirt | 1 | 4 | 4 | Fast drying and breathable short sleeve shirt | ||
| Power Dry Shirt | 0 | 5 | 0 | Use as PJs and for extra warmth | ||
| Marmot Driclim Lined Windshirt | 0 | 8.5 | 0 | Do everything jacket | ||
| Salomon Comp2 Trail Runners | 1 | 20 | 20 | Comfortable, grippy soles, drys pretty quick, love the easy lacing | ||
| Snow Boots | 0 | 34 | 0 | for cold and snow | ||
| Teva Sandals | 0 | 10.2 | 0 | If spending a lot of time in water | ||
| Sunday Afternoon Kid's Hat | 1 | 2.5 | 2.5 | warm-hot weather for sun protection. It's a bright Mango color! | ||
| Fleece Hat | 0 | 2 | 0 | warm hat for night time | ||
| OR Seattle Sombreo Rainhat | 0 | 3.5 | 0 | cool-moderate weather | ||
| Baseball Hat | 0 | 3 | 0 | I like | ||
| Essentials on Person | ||||||
| Map | 0 | 0.9 | 0 | |||
| Knife, Compass, Whistle | 1 | 2.4 | 2.4 | |||
| Sun Glasses | 1 | 1 | 1 | |||
| Hand Cleaner | 1 | 0.4 | 0.4 | |||
| Watch | 0 | 0.5 | 0 | |||
| REI Peak Hiking Poles | 1 | 6 | 6 | 1 or maybe 2 poles for stability and for fun | ||
| Consume | ||||||
| Platypus Water Holder (w/ xL) | 1 | 33 | 37 | |||
| Water Bottle (1L full) | 0 | 35 | 0 | |||
| Snacks (oz) | 4 | 1 | 4 | |||