Summer and Winter Gear:

• Food and Condiments (Salt, Pepper, and Cooking Oil Provided)

• Water and Water Bottles

• Headlamp with Good Batteries

• Compass

• Map of Weston Pass

• Layered Clothing

  • A windproof but breathable shell his highly advisable, wear lots of layers.

• Warm Sleeping Bag

  • The bag should have rating of at least zero degrees, and warmer bag is better.

• Internal Frame Backpack

• Multitool

• Duct tape

• Sunglasses or Goggles

  • Goggles will improve visibility and enhance comfort in heavy snowstorms

• Sunscreen and Insect Repellent

Optional Gear and Supplies:

• Camera or Cellphone with Camera

• Binoculars

• Coffee, Tea, or Other Beverages

• Ski Sled as an Alternative to Pack

• GPS

• Day Pack

Winter Gear:

• Trek Equipment

  • Backcountry Skis and Poles

    • Climbing Skins for Backcountry Skis

  • Or Snowshoes and Poles

  • Or Snowboard, Snowshoes, and Poles

  • Or Snowmobile

• Avalanche Safety Equipment

  • Avalanche Shovel

  • One Avalanche Transceiver per Person

  • Avalanche Probe Poles

• Extra Layers of Clothing and a Breathable Shell

Summer Gear:

• Trek Equipment:

  • Hiking Boots

  • Walking Sticks

• Rain Gear

• Automobile Tools

  • Spare Tire

  • Basic Toolset

  • Jumper Cables