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basically
be
divided
into
these
four
gear
lightweight
bulkYl
Soft,
bags
SleePinq
A.
clothes
and other
Sweater
B.
gear
heavier
comPact,
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A.
Food in baqs
B.
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knife
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survival
aid kitr
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gear
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Stove
A.
Pots and Pans
B.
Tent Poles
C.
bottles
l,later and fuel
D.
to the outside
it
07 strap
pack the sleeping
bag on the bottom,
packed
centrally
be
group
two
should
gt-.
in
ih.
at the bottom.
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group
gear
three'
in
the
ar.ound
and
pack,
in
the
within
cornfort
your
{ar
to
close
back
and
high
grouP
four
gear
in
the
If the
as necessary'
the clothes
Distribute
and ea5,y carrying.
possible
to
them as much as
tighten
straps,
pack has compresiion
keep the load still.
Frame Packs
External
weight
be centered
should
hil:e,
on a trarl
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For easy
weight
ski
or
climbing,
touring
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back.
the
to
high and close
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cc1mpression
balance.
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{or
be lower
should
pack'
loading
you' have a {ront
if
straps
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BAG
T OIL E TTISSUE/PLASTIC
B A N DA IDS
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& MONEY
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cuts and sores with antiseptic and adhesivebandages or mole-skin when necessary.Hot spots should be given immedrate attention.
YOURPERSONALEOUlPMENT
Photography
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Although optronal, a camera will record memorable experiences and beautiful scenes.Some crews select a crew photographer who takes shots for
everyone. Another weight-saving scheme is for several crew members to
share a camera and have duplicate pictures made at home. If you have one
set developed first, you can sort our poor photos before having additional
copies made. You will save money as well as weight.
Packing
. pack with paddedhip belt (rentalavailable). , . . .
capacity:externalframe-4000 cu in +/internalframe-4800 cu in +/'
*pack cover-waterproof nylon. . .
-6-12 (gallonsize) Ziploc plasticbags to pack
clothes.
Labels
Sleeping
sleepingbag in stuff sack lined with plasticbag. .
sleep clothes-worn only in sleepingbag
(T-shirtand gym shorts)
*strapsto hold sleepingbag on pacK.
Be surc to label aII of your clothing and equipment with your name and
Expedition Number so you can readily id.entifywhat is yours and so any of
your beLongingstost and found can be returned.
Check
- t o a m s l e e p i n g p a d ( c l o s e d c e | | o r T h e r m a - R e s t) .CLOTHING
Laver A (Hiking Clothes)
hikingboots-well brokenin. . ., .
lightweightsneakersor tennis shoes .
3 pairs heavy socks
-3 pairslighterinnersocks(polypro)
3 changesunderwear
"2 hikingshorts..
.2 short sleeveshirts (not nYlon)
*1 hat or cap-llexible, with brim
Layer B (Cool Evening)
.1 long sleeveshirt (wool or synthetic).
.1 long pants,cottonor nylon (not heavy
'
.-
ieans)
"1 pair insulaledunderwear(polypro)
Layer C (Cold)
*1 sweateror jacket (wool or polarfleece)
.1 stockingcap (woolor polyPro).
"1 glovelinersor mittens(woolor polypro)
Laver D (Cold, Wet,WindY)
.1 sturdy rain suit (A) . . .
Eating
.deep bowl (small,plastic)
*cup (measuringstyle).
'sooon .
"3 or 4 one qt. water bottles(BB, A). . . .
Double
Check
Backpacking Stoves
Personaland Miscellaneous
-small pocketknife(A).
*matches
and lighterin waterproof
container(BB, A) .
-tlashlight(smallwith extra batteriesand bulb)
-rPhilmontmap (A)
'compass-liquid-filled
(A). . .
.2
bandannasor handkerchiefs(BB) .
,: money($10-$20in small bills) . .
,'lip balm (BB, A) (with SPF of 25) chapsrick
'soap, biodegradable(BB, S) . . . .
'toothbrush/toothpaste
(BB, S).
.small camp
towel. . .
-tampons/sanitary
napkins (BB). . .
'sunglasses(inexpensive)
-ditty bag (tor personalitems in bear bag)
Optional
*cameraand film (BB)
-whistle
watch,inexpensive
'f ishingequipmenVlicenses
-postcards,pre-stamped
rubberbands (largefor packing)
"fooi powder(BB, S)
*note pad
and pen
-daypackfor side hikes (S)
Philmont requires using backpacking stoves. They will save time throughout
your trek, particularly on wet momings or when you need to start hiking
early to avoid high aftemoon temperatures(see page 1l).
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NO RADIOS,CD/MP3PLAYEBS,VIDEOGAME DEVICESOR
HAMMOCKS.CELLULARTELEPHONESARE DISCOURAGED.
DO NOT BRINGDEODORANT.
Code
'Available at Philmont'sTooth of Time Traders
(BB)-Packed together in plastic bag to be placed in bear bag at nighl
(S)-Share with buddy
(A)-Easrly accessiblein pack or carriedon person
to
You must bring your own stoves. Philmont trading posts carry white gas,
max fuel, stoves, and spare parts. If your crew uses butane, plan to carry the
empty cartridges with you since they create a hazardous disposal problem in
the backcountry.
Backpacking stoves must be used with adult supervision and should never be
used in or near tents becauseof excessive fire danger. Bottles designed for
fuel (available in the Philmont trading post) should be used to carry fuel. For
safety, fuei may be purchased at Philmont rather than carrying it from home.
Check the gasket of your fuel bottles to make sure they will not leak. A small
funnei is needed for easy transfer of liquid fuels.
If using commercial transportation, check with your carrier regarding reguiations for shipping stoves.
One stove per four persons is generally best. Learn and follow these safety tips:
1. Keep fuel containers away from hot stoves and fires. Never use fuel to
start a campfire.
2. Let hot stoves cool before changing cylinders or refilling.
3. Never fuel or operate a stove in a tent, building, or dining fly.
4. Place stove on a level, secure surface before operatrng.
5. When lighting astove. keep fuel bortles and extra canisters well away,
do not hover over stove, open fuel valve slowly, and light carefully. The
pressure differential is greater at Phiknont's high altitudes.
6. Refill stoves away from open flames. Recap all containers before lighting
sloves.
7. Do not overload the stove.
8. Do not leave a lighted stove unattended.
9- Perform stove maintenance regularly, at home and at Philmont.
10.Store fuel in proper containers.
11. Carry out empty compressedfuel containers: they will explode if heated.
12.Use stoves only with knowledgeable adult supervision.
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CREW EQUIPMENT ISSUEDAT PHILMONT
Eachcrewof 7-12persons
is issued
thefollowingequipment
freeof charge
EQUIPMENT PROVIDED BY CREW
Necessary
itemsof equipment
for eachcrewof'7-12persons
to bdngro
(except for damage or replacement charges when returned)
Person Responsible
I nylon dining fly 12'xI2', weight about 4 pounds
2 collapsibie poies for dining fly, weight about I pound
I BSA Philmont backpacker nylon tent with poles
(per each 2 persons), weight about 511pounds
1 trail chefkit: 6 pounds
or: 4 pounds
Philmont or to purchase include these:
I sewing kit with heavy thread and needle
+metal tent pins, 10 per person
+2-3 collapsible water containers 1/2 gal. each
,2
*2 or 3 backpacking stoves
*2 one-quart fuel bottles and funnel
I crew first aid kit-see page 38 (BB)
tduct tape for equipment repair (BB)
pices for cooleng (oprional) (BB)
padlock for your crew locker (extra security)
*waterproof ground cloth, 5'6"x7'6", 1 per tent
+3 fifty ft. X" nylon cord
*Philmont Field Guide
*sunscreen and shampoo (BB)
+rnsectrepellent-not aerosol (BB)
*2 or 3 water purifiers/filters
1 multi-type tool
+Philmont sectional maps
+insectrepellent(BB)
x1 bottle sunscreen,at least 25 spf (BB)
*1 camp shovel/trowel
8-quartpot
4-quartpot with lid
6-quartpot with lid
4-quartpot with lid
1 fry pan with handle
1 fry pan with handle
I chef cutlery kit: 2 large spoons, 1 large spatula,
weight about X pound
2 pair hot-pot tongs, weight about X pound
I extra 8-quart or 6-quart pot for washing dishes,
weight about 1 pound
plastic trash bags, salt and pepper
dishwashingsoap,hand sanidzer
rub pads
water purification chemical
150-foot length of %-inch nylon rope,
weight about 2X pounds
3-5 bear bags (for hanging food), weight about 1,|,{
pounds
astic strainer (or screen) and rubber
scraper, weight about %pound
toilet paper
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*Available at Philmont Trading Posr
(BB) Packed in plastic bag to be placed in bear bag at oighr
Additiooal supplies may be required for your trip to aod from Philmont
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