Bags & Packing

• (1-2) Soft-Sided Duffel Bags

  We recommend arriving with all clothing and personal gear packed into 1-2 medium sized duffel bags. It is okay to pack your gear into a hard-sided suitcase instead, but most adventurers find more ease in working out of duffel bags during the trip.

• Hiking Daypack

  A pack with 20 to 30-liters of volume works well for this trip. You need space for layers, trail snacks, water, and odds and ends. We suggest using a daypack that works well with a hydration bladder.

• Small Packing Cubes or Stuff Sacks

  Optional

  These will help keep your clothing and gear organized.

Clothing

• (3-4) Synthetic T-shirts or Athletic Tops

  T-shirts or tops made for running or working out are good choices. Stick to moisture-wicking fabrics. A long-sleeve, light-color, vented sun shirt may also work well.

• (2-3) Pairs of Hiking or Athletic Shorts

  Bring shorts designed for running or working out. Look for moisture-wicking nylon, polyester, nylon/spandex, or polyester/spandex fabrics.

• Hiking Pants or Full-Length Athletic Bottoms

  Bottoms designed for hiking, running, or working out. Loose or compression fit. Look for moisture-wicking nylon, polyester, nylon/spandex, or polyester/spandex fabrics.

• Long Sleeve Baselayer Top

  Look for wool, Capilene, or polyester fabrics. No cotton.

• Pair of Baselayer Bottoms

  Moisture-wicking long underwear bottoms or ankle-length tights made for training or running. Look for wool, Capilene, nylon/spandex, or polyester/spandex. No cotton.

• (2-3) Sports Bras

  Stick to synthetic or wool fabrics. No cotton.

• Upper Body Insulation Layer

  A warm, thick polyester fleece jacket or synthetic "puffy" jacket. This should be able to be worn under your rain jacket. No cotton.

• Extra Upper Body Insulation Layer

  A lightweight polyester fleece top or other layer to add additional warmth. You should be able to wear this with all your other upper body layers.

• Waterproof/Breathable Rain Jacket

  A lightweight hard shell you can wear over your other upper body layers.

• Casual Clothing for Travel
• Waterproof/Breathable Rain Pants

  Optional

  These provide obvious protection from precipitation but can also be worn as an extra lower body layer for cold nights.

Hand, Neck, & Headwear

• Hat with a Brim
• Knit Hat

  Optional, But Recommended

  A wool, synthetic knit, or fleece hat for cool nights.

• Lightweight Gloves

  Optional, But Recommended

  Pack fleece, Power Stretch, or other gloves made for running or for use as a medium-weight liner

• Buff

  Optional

  Use for warmth, or to keep the sun off your neck, weather depending

Footwear

• Pair of Hiking Shoes, Boots, or Trail Runners

  Make sure these fit well with the socks you plan to use on the trail. Also, be aware that feet tend to swell over the course of an adventure. It’s best if your shoes are already broken-in when you arrive for the trip.

• Camp Shoes

  Optional, But Recommended

  Crocs, sneakers, or light hiking shoes work well.

• (3-4) Pairs of Wool Hiking Socks/Athletic Socks

  We recommend sticking to purpose-built, medium-weight hiking socks from companies like Darn Tough and Smart Wool. Make sure these socks fit well with your hiking footwear.

• Pair of Warm Socks for Sleeping

Gear

• Sleeping Bag

  A bag rated for 30-degrees is appropriate for this adventure.

• LED Headlamp and Spare Set of Batteries

  Headlamps with an optional red light won't blind your fellow adventurers or ruin your night vision.

• Camping/Travel Pillow

  A compressible or inflatable camping pillow can make nights more comfortable.

• (1-2) Water Bottles

  Minimum of 2 liters carrying capacity. If you pack a hydration bladder, you only need to pack one water bottle. Otherwise, pack two.

• Hydration Reservoir/Bladder

  Optional, But Recommended

  A 2-3 liter hydration bladder works well for our hiking days.

• Sleeping Bag Liner

  Optional

  If you are worried about your sleeping bag not being warm enough, a liner is a great idea for staying warmer when the nights get cold. Consider packing for colder June itinerary trips.

Personal Care

• Sunglasses with Strap
• Sunscreen

  Pack at least 4oz of sunscreen. Guides recommend at least SPF 30 Small containers work better than larger ones. No aerosol spray cans, please.

• Lip Balm with SPF
• 2oz Bottle Hand Sanitizer

  It's handy to have your own personal hand sanitizer that can either live in your tent, coat pocket, or PFD pocket.

• Toiletries

  Toothbrush, toothpaste, dental floss, soap, shampoo, conditioner, face wash, lotion, moisturizer with SPF, brush/comb, ear plugs etc.

• Microfiber Camp Towel

  To dry off after your shower. We recommend a small to medium-sized towel that won't take up too much packing space. Leave those beach towels at home!

• Any Medications You Take
• Menstrual Hygiene Supplies

  Tampons, Diva Cup, or pads. Pack 50% more supplies than you expect to need.

• Spare Glasses or Contact Lenses
• Bathing Body or Face Wipes

  Optional, But Recommended
• Insect Repellent

  Optional

  Look for the active ingredient DEET. Ben's brand is packaged well for backcountry travel. No aerosol sprays.

Other

• $20-$30 Cash

  For dinner in Springdale on day 3.

• Guide Gratuity

  Please consider rewarding hard work and excellent service with a guide gratuity at the end of the adventure.

• Personal Reading Materials

  Optional
• Notebook and Pen

  Optional
• Portable Charger Battery Pack

  Optional
• Phone Charging Cord

  Optional