Packing List
Essential Gear
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Tent (4 Season for Winter Camping)
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Sleeping bag (Below-0 rated for Winter Camping)
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Sleeping pad (5.0 R rated for Winter Camping)
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Pillow
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Camping chair
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Flashlight/headlamp
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Multi-tool or knife
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Map, compass, or GPS device
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Backpack/daypack for hiking
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Snowshoes
Optional/Extras
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Camera
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Book
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Notebook and pen
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Prayer book
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Playing cards or other games
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Extra tarp
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Fishing gear
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Hiking poles
Clothing & Personal Items
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Shirts, pants, socks, underwear (enough for three days)
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Toiletries
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Raincoat
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Jacket/coat (Essential for Winter Weather)
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Hat
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Gloves
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Hiking boots/shoes
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Camp shoes
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Toilet paper
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Insect repellent, first aid kit, hand sanitizer, wet wipes
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Trash bags (for packing out all waste)
Winter Necessities
The Amazon list above contains recommendations; one certainly does not need to purchase all the items on this list. However, please be sure to bring the Essential Gear and Personal Items from the traditional packing list. If you do not have items from this list but wish to coordinate with a friend, please join the GroupMe Chat located on the Home Page so we can assist.
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If you have never winter camped or hiked before we have curated a YouTube Playlist below to give you a basic overview of tips and tricks to help you prepare for a winter adventure.