Gear List – Hiking the HBC Heritage Trail (2017)

This page is what I am using to develop the list of gear I intent to take on my upcoming thru hike of the HBC Heritage Trail (Hope to Tulameen).

This list will be developed and modified as I work through it.

  • Backpack
  •  Shelter
    • Tent
    • Tarp (optional – would require para-cord)
    • Sitting Pad
  • Sleep System
    • Sleeping Bag
    • Sleeping Pad
    • Sleep Wear
      • Socks
      • Short Sleeve Shirt
      • Long Sleeve Shirt
      • Long Underwear
      • Toque
  • Water System
    • Water Bladder
    • Nalgene Water Bottle
    • Water Filter w/ Squeeze Bags
    • Water scoop for filter
  • Clothing
    • Boots
    • Camp / River Crossing Foot Wear
    • Gaiters
    • Gloves
    • Hat
    • Buff
    • Socks
    • Underwear x2
    • Pants
    • Shirts
    • Sweater
    • Vest
    • Rain Jacket
  • Cooking System
    • Stove
    • Fuel (need to figure out how much)
    • Spoon
  • Food Items
  • Safety
    • Sun Glasses
    • Sunscreen
    • Bug Spray
    • Emergency Knife
    • Folding Knife
    • Bear Spray
    • SPOT Device
    • Emergency Whistle
    • First Aid Kit
      • Tylenol
      • Advil
      • Allergy Medication
      • Bug Bite Remedies
      • Tick Removal Tools
    • Toiletries
    • Toilet Paper
    • Pit Shovel