Gear List

Loading canoes for the trip. All of the community gear will be provided by Boundary Waters Experience: canoes, backpacks, stoves, tents, sleeping bags, life jackets, etc. Below is the list of required and recommended gear that participants are required to provide for themselves. If you have any questions please let us know!

Download a printable copy of the gearlist. (31KB .pdf)

Required Gear

High top hiking Boots (1 pair) – Leather is better
- These will get wet on the trail
Water sandals (1 pair)
- Tevas, Chaco’s, or old Tennis shoes
Rain Jacket (1)
- No Ponchos – lightweight & breathable is material is best
Rain Pants (1)
- Lightweight & breathable material is best
Fleece Jacket or Wool Sweater (1)
- Used for warmth, bug protection, and as a pillow
Long Sleeve Shirt (1)
- Synthetic polypropylene, polyester, and sports type jerseys also work
Short Sleeve shirt (2)
- Synthetic, polypropylene, polyester, and sports type jerseys also work
Pants (1)
- Synthetic, nylon, polyester – (zip off convertible pants work best)
Fleece or wool pants (primarily for bug protection)
Shorts (1)
- Synthetic, nylon, or sports shorts work well
Underwear (2 pr)
- These are the only cotton items that can come on the trail!
Wool Socks (2 pr)
- Wool, Smart-wool® brand works the best
Swimsuit (1)
Bandana (1)
- Used for cleaning, bandaging, and headwear
Hat with visor (1)
- Used for sun protection
Toilet Items: Toothbrush and small toothpaste, female necessities, contact lens supplies, etc. NO MAKEUP, DEODORANT, HAIR SPRAY, ETC.
Pencil and Paper
Small Bible (1)
Headlamp or Flashlight (1)
Sunglasses (1)
Small stuff-sack (1)
- A small bag to pack individual clothing

Recommended Gear

Bug Repellent (small plastic bottle)
Camera
Fishing Pole & Tackle (not tackle boxes, please use snap shut containers)
Crazy Creek® Chair
Sunscreen (small bottle)
Wash Cloth or small hand towel
Water Proof Compression Sack (Seattle Sports ®)