Packing for your Pack Trip
Helpful Hints on what to Bring
One of our most frequently asked questions is; what do I bring for my trip? Choose from this list. You may not need some items listed. Here are some items for you to check off while you’re packing. Remember to consider your groups size.
o First Aid Kit
o Any Medications
o Toilet Paper
o Sunscreen
o Mosquito Spray
o Towelettes
o Solar Charger for Phones
o Biodegradable Soaps/Shampoos
o Water Purification System or tablets
o Plenty of socks
o Hiking Boots/Shoes
o Pants
o Shorts (given the season)
o Swim Trunks/Bathing Suites
o Undergarments
o Long Sleeve Shirts
o Short Sleeve Shirts
o Light Jacket
o Towels
o A Hat
o Hat with Mosquito Netting
o Fishing Gear (Don’t forget the License)
o Pack Fishing Poles in Tubes for Trip
o Small Shovel
o Lanterns either Battery or Gas
o Flashlight with Extra Batteries
o Coffee Pot/Coffee/Mugs
o Propane Stove or White Gas Stove with Propane or White Gas
o Small Pot/Small frying Pan/Spatula/Serving Spoon
o Paper Plates or Regular Trays/Eating Utensils
o One or Two Ice Chests Depending on Group Size and Needs (small-no more than 60LBS each when filled)
o Sleeping Bags with Air Mattresses or Cots
o Tents with Rain Fly and Ground Tarp
o Rain Gear/Slicker
o Groceries-Reusable Water Bottles- Water Filtration System
o Folding Chairs
o Small Collapsible Folding Tables
o Camp Fly Cover or Tarp
o Lighters or Matches
o Head Lamps
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The weather in the Sierra National Forest, Ansel Adam's Wilderness, and Southern Yosemite is different every year. Contact us if you need to ask questions about climate for the time you're scheduled to go in, and we'll help you as best we can. Usually, we just pack for all seasons.
Here is the map we use for the trails around Minarets Pack Station.
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Topo maps are helpful. It’s always good to have one with you.