The following is generally provided by CIWC: Tents, cooking gear, stoves and fuel, water filter, breakfasts and dinners on trail, topographic maps and a comprehensive first aid kit.
It is suggested that the following items be provided by each participant. Use your judgement and consult the trip leader to determine which equipment is needed.
Clothing (put in a plastic bag)
Polartec or Fleece jacket
insulated parka or vest (winter)
water proof rain pants
jacket or poncho
gaiters (optional)
wool or fleece gloves or mittens
wool or fleece cap
bandana or handiwipes
brimmed hat
Sandals
hiking boots
hiking socks (1 pair per 1 or 2 days)
liner socks (1 pair per 1 or 2 days)
underwear
long underwear (polypropylene)
short sleeve shirts (nylon, polyester, not cotton)
long pants (zip off, nylon gym pants, polyester)
hiking shorts (nylon, polyester, not cotton)
long sleeve shirt (not cotton)
Hardware
sunglasses
nylon rope (25 feet)
insect repellant
matches (in waterproof container)
or small lighter
whistle
ziplock plastic bags and trash bag
chair
repair kit (needle, thread, duct tape,
safety pin, iodine tables)
earplugs (in case your tent mate snores)
backpack (minimum 3000 cu.in.)
daypack (fanny pack)
sleeping bag
sleeping pad
backpack cover (waterproof)
insulated mug and bowl or plate
spoon and fork
2 water bottles
pocket knife
flashlight or headlamp (extra batteries and bulb)
compass
Hygiene
sun screen
lip balm
comb or brush
minor first aid (band aids, aspirin,
moleskin, molefoam, personal
disinfectant, medications, etc.)
biodegradable soap
toothbrush and toothpaste
hand towel (handiwipes)
toilet paper/Kleenex
trowel
Other
If you have room and want to carry the extra weight:
paperback book
camera
koolaid
notebook and pen
fishing gear