Required Equipment List
(PDF Format)

We provide the following for our guests:
Sleeping bags w/liner (washed between trips)
Thermarest sleeping pad
towels
pillow case (stuff in clothes to make pillow)
solar shower
all eating utensils

A horse to call your own
Saddle and other tack

Required Equipment List for Summer Pack Trip
If you have any questions about any of the gear on this list we will be happy to provide you with specific brands or stores. Due to environmental concerns, we need to minimize our impact through these pristine wilderness areas by using the minimum number of horses we can. We ask your cooperation in this by limiting yourself to only the items on this list. After many pack trips we have fine-tuned this list and the items/brands that we have assembled cover what you need for this kind of trip and are thoroughly field-tested by our staff and past guests. Items with a * will not be available in Dubois and you will have to bring them with you.

Camp Gear- equipment for use in and around camp
___1 flashlight with batteries, a headlamp is best
___1 Water bottle, min capacity one quart
___1Can bear mace (optional, see important note at end of list)
___1 pair sunglasses w/ suspension device
___1 duffle bag (aprox. 26" x 15") that will hold everything on this list
___2 large garbage bags to line your duffle and protect it from rain
___5-10 ziploc bags to protect gear or isolate wet items

Toilet Kit- All items in your toilet kit must be biodegradable. These items can be adapted for personal tastes but here are the necessities:

___biodegradable soap
___biodegradable toothpaste or powder
___toothbrush
___Sunscreen
___Lip balm

OPTIONAL

___shaving gear
___feminine hygiene products + ziploc bags for packing out
___prescription medication
___contacts, saline solution, and glasses for backup

Outer Wear- This will be tied to your saddle
___1 Waterproof Slicker or Duster OR
___1 Rain Suit, jacket and trousers (should fit over your jeans)
___1 wool sweater,heavy wool shirt, or polyester fleece

Clothing- All clothing should work on layering principles, temperatures can range from 90+degrees to 20 degree's in a 24 hr period in mid summer. In general, Cotton stays wet and cold for a long time and is not favored in the back country. Wool, Polypro, silk, are favored as well as cotton blends.

NOTE: quantities include what you will be wearing

___1 lightweight long sleeve shirt for sun protection
___1 midweight shirt (wool or polypro) for warmth
___2 T shirts
___2 Pairs pants that are comfortable for horseback riding (Jeans*, or other close fitting pants)
___1 pair Long Underwear*, wool, synthetic, or silk NO COTTON
___5-7 pairs socks, wool blends, synthetic, and cotton blends are acceptable
___5-7 undergarments (or to suit)
___1 swimming suit *
___1 pair river sport sandals* (optional)
___1 pair comfortable shorts (optional)
___1 pair camp shoes* (moccasins or sneakers
___1 pair sturdy boots, should be comfortable and broken in
___1 stocking cap or watch cap
___1 Sun hat with brim (ideally doubles as rain hat)
___1-3 bandanas, silk bandanas are ideal
___1 pair leather gloves (riding gloves)
___1 pair warm gloves or mittens, ragg wool etc.

Things that could add to the enjoyment of your trip camera with ample film and batteries* binoculars compass reading/ writing material* games*: for example deck of cards, pocket chess, scrabble etc. fishing equipment* (can obtain some in Dubois at Whisky Mountain Tackle) small mirror or other grooming items pocket, folding, sheath knife flask, filled to your specifications

Important:
We want you to get as much enjoyment out of your pack trip as possible. The items listed above will help you get the most out of your Wyoming adventure. Due to the remote locations of our trips items that are lost, broken or do not function well cannot be replaced. Weather can vary greatly, so when choosing things like rain gear make sure it is functional, durable, and you will be able to use it at least throughout your trip with us. Gear that you purchase for your trip can be used again for future adventures if you obtain quality items. We will be glad to answer any questions you may have on gear, and would like to help you find the right equipment before we ride out together
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Some additional things to consider:
We cannot supply bear spray (or bear mace) to guests, however the Interagency Grizzly Bear Committee recommends that "each person should carry a can bear pepper spray when working or recreating in bear habitat." Bear spray is a strong pepper spray that can deter bears if you have an encounter. Many states do not sell bear spray, but if you would like to carry it, it is widely available when you arrive in Wyoming. Our preferred brand of Bear Spray is Counter Assault.
Water bottles should be strong and durable. Generally, the disposable variety have a hard time making it through an entire trip. Nalgene style water bottles tend to hold up well, and are reasonably priced and available through most outdoor retailers.
Although we provide food, we can not provide alcohol. If you would like to bring your own alcohol we are able to pack it along, but please give us advanced notice due to limitations on weight and handling.