Packing list: Skiing
Note: This is for typical ski trips where we stay in a hotel or other indoor lodging. For backcountry ski trips, we'll provide a special packing list.
Even though we're staying in a hotel, get in the habit of taking the 10 Essentials on every single trip.
- Combustion (carry at least two: lighters, waterproof matches, flint-and-steel; also: tinder—twine or dryer lint)
- Hydration (1-2 quart/liter-sized water bottles or Camelback)
- Nutrition (2-3 granola bars, Powerbars, Snickers, GORP, whatever)
- Navigation
 (compass, copy of map)
- Illumination (headlamp or flashlight)
- Insulation (extra clothing, fleece, warm hat, and rain jacket under "clothing" all count)
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Other personal gear
- Duffel back or pack
- Day pack (for taking on the slopes)
- Pack cover (or contractor bag
- Sleeping bag (in a waterproof stuff sack or trash bag)
- Sleeping pad (what, you think you're getting a bed?)
- Sleeping bag liner (optional)
- Trash bag (large)
- Ziplock bags (3)
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- Cup
- Bowl/plate
- Spoon or spork
- Pencil and paper
- Bandana (this can be cotton)
- Tooth brush & toothpaste
- Gold Bond (for feet and, well, useful if you choose not to wear underwear)
- Camp soap (biodegradable liquid)
- Whistle and mirror/CD (for signaling)
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Clothing
Remember: COTTON KILLS! All clothing should be polyester or wool (that includes socks and underwear). No jeans. No cotton T-shirts. No cotton socks or undies.
- Long Pants (2 pair)
- Short sleeve shirt (2)
- Long sleeve shirt (2)
- Underwear (2-3 pair; optional)
- Socks (4-5 pair)
- Long underwear (2 shirts, 2 pants)
- Winter fleece or wool sweater (1–2)
- Rain or snow pants (waterproof)
- Ski or rain jacket (waterproof)
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- Warm winter cap
- Glove liners (1-2 pair)
- Over mittens or ski gloves
- Scarf or face mask (optional)
- Ski goggles or sunglasses
- Helmet (required for all)
- Wrist braces (required for snowboarders)
- Waterproof boots (for walking around in the snow when you are not skiing)
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Optional
- Day pack (tiny)
- Small camp towel
- Skis and ski boots (troop will rent, but you can bring personal)
- Book
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- Camera
- Cellphone (but you CANNOT use it to call, text, play games, or use Internet; it is for emergencies only—or as a camera)
- Camp shoes (flip-flops are great: lightweight, and they won't rub blistered heels)
- Deodorant
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The troop will supply...
- Tents
- Cook stoves
- Water filters (though carrying purifying tablets is wise)
- First aid kits (though carry a small personal kit plus any personal meds)
- Specialty gear
- Most food (a snack or two of your own is always a good idea).
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Note: The first aid and survival tips provided on this site are informational only. Please seek advice from a medical professional or trained wilderness first aid expert for current best practices and techniques.
