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Snow/Winter Gear Packing Checklist

Get ready for winter with this comprehensive packing list.

by: The Backpacker Editors

Clothing
Outerwear
  • waterproof/breathable jacket
  • waterproof/breathable pants
  • insulated parka
  • fleece jacket or wool sweater
  • waterproof gaiters
  • synthetic or softshell hiking pants
  • fleece pants
Base Layer
  • expedition-weight long john bottoms
  • expedition-weight long john top
  • midweight long john top
  • midweight long john bottoms
  • long sleeve T-shirt
  • synthetic briefs
  • synthetic sports bra
Accessories
  • wool or fleece hat
  • balaclava
  • midweight wool or fleece gloves
  • heavyweight wool or fleece mittens
  • synthetic liner gloves
  • waterproof overmitts
Footwear
  • insulated camp booties
  • waterproof hiking boots (insulated is best)
  • wool or synthetic socks (3)
  • liner socks (2)
Extras
  • sun hat
  • bandanna
Gear
  • internal or external frame backpack
  • convertible or four-season tent
  • down sleeping bag (-30° to 0°F)
  • inflatable sleeping pad
  • closed-cell foam sleeping pad
  • trekking poles
  • white gas stove and fuel bottles
  • lighter and waterproof matches
  • cookset w/ heat exchanger
  • eating utensils, bowl, and insulated mug
  • headlamp w/extra batteries and bulb
  • 32 oz. water bottles (2)
  • water bottle parkas (2)
  • pocket knife or multitool
  • compass or GPS (and map)
  • sunglasses
  • first-aid kit with personal medications
  • personal locator beacon (optional)
  • chemical heat packs
  • stuff sacks
  • assorted zipper-lock bags
  • sunscreen (SPF 15+)
  • lip balm (SPF 15+)
  • toilet paper and trowel
  • pee bottle

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READERS COMMENTS

To drink! It's all about survival!
Posted: Nov 19, 2009 Mark From Oregon

What's the purpose of a pee bottle, heat or leave no trace maybe?
Posted: Oct 26, 2009 Dave

try copying the txt and pasting in whatever text program you have. I did this with Text Edit and it worked fine.
Posted: Nov 02, 2008 griz

Love your new web page. FYI the last 7 items did not print out for me, Don't know if this is due to my printer or your end.
Posted: Mar 22, 2008 Mike Minore

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