Kent Mountain Adventure Center, Inc.

                                                                      Clothing and Equipment List

                                                       Cherry Hills Village Elementary School Backpacking

Outdoor adventures are much more comfortable and enjoyable if proper clothing and equipment are used.  September in the mountains can have temperatures in the 80's in the day, to below freezing at night.  Although most days are pleasant, be prepared for rain, snow, wind, and cold, as well as hot temperatures.  KMAC provides most of the participant equipment needs, however, you must provide personal clothing items, and a sleeping bag (rated to at least 15° F).  If you have difficulty finding items or if you have a question, please call.  Remember, several layers of clothing are warmer and easier to pack than bulky items.  Pack clothing in a duffel bag or similar luggage carrier labeled with your name.

Although cotton clothing is comfortable, it is not recommended for KMAC courses.  When cotton is wet it dries very slowly and retains minimal insulating properties.  Synthetic materials (such as polypropylene, fleece/pile, polyester, etc.) and wool are much better for wilderness courses.

KMAC provides each participant with the following items:

backpack                                         rain poncho

journal                                              sleeping pad

¶ KMAC encourages students to use their own backpack, pad, and rain gear; however, these items must be OK'd by KMAC staff.

KMAC provides each group with the following items:

tents and ground covers                  maps and compasses                      cook kits and utensils

stove and fuel bottles                     first aid kits                                    climbing equipment

food

YOU must provide:  (check as you pack)

_____ sleeping bag rated to at least 15° F

_____ sneakers  (1 pair)                                                                                                    

_____ hiking boots  (broken in)                                                                                        

_____ cotton socks  (2 pair)                                                                                             

_____ synthetic or wool socks  (2 pair)                                                                                          

_____ underwear  (2-4 pair)                                                                                            

_____ long underwear bottom (synthetic material or wool)

_____ heavy weight pants (fleece/pile, wool, or loose fitting long pants)

_____ long underwear top (synthetic material or wool)

_____ mid-weight top (fleece/pile, or other synthetic)

_____ heavy-weight top (wool, fleece/pile or other synthetic)

_____ shorts  (1 pair)

_____ t-shirt  (1) - can be cotton

_____ wool or fleece hat  (1)

_____ sun hat (baseball cap with visor)

_____ mittens or gloves  (1 pair)

_____ bandanna  (1)

_____ washcloth, toothbrush, comb/brush

_____ cup, bowl, and spoon

_____ 2 water bottles   (1 quart wide-mouth Nalgene) NO Tupperware or bike bottles!!!

_____ sunglasses

_____ sunscreen, lip balm (SPF 15 or greater)

_____ large plastic trash bags  (2)

_____ gallon-sized Ziploc baggies (2)

_____ pen and pencil

_____ headlamp or small flashlight (Mini-Mags are excellent) and extra batteries

Optional:  camera, compass, mosquito repellent, moleskin, binoculars, nylon wind pants and coat

DO NOT BRING THE FOLLOWING:

radios, walkmans, tape/CD players, electronic games, watches, jewelry, makeup, deodorant, etc.

extra food and candy, knives

REMEMBER!!!  Everything you bring, plus your share of group equipment will be carried on your back.

Please call with questions (970) 586-5990 or E-mail us at kmac@frii.com