Mt.elbert Hike
* Backpack, day pack or fanny pack* Supportive footwear designed for the length and terrain of your hike* Extra socks (non-cotton)* Base layer (polypropylene)* Mid / Heavy-weight fleece or pile jacket* Rain / wind shells (jacket and pants)* Wool or fleece hat* Balaclava* Gloves* Water: full canteen(s), water bottle(s) or hydration pack* Extra food: high energy snacks* Trail Map and/or Guidebook* Compass (with the knowledge of how to use it)* Emergency Space Blanket (smaller than a wallet)* Emergency bivy sac* Waterproof matches / fire starter* Pocket knife* Flashlight or headlamp with new batteries* Storm Whistle (in case you got lost)* Small mirror (in case you got lost)* A few yards of cord* Watch* First aid kit (see below)* Personal medications* Moleskin (for blisters)* Insect repellent* Sun protection (sunglasses, sunscreen, lip balm)* Baseball style hat / Wide-brimmed hat (to protect from sun)* A few zip-lock plastic bags* Napkins* Toilet paper (in a plastic bag)* Money / ID* Many of the items above can be purchased from REI.
