WEIGHT LIMIT: 33LBS FOR YOUR DUFFEL BAG Other Clothing & Gear □ 1 BALACLAVA. This can double as a hat and a neck/face guard. Some pull down into a three-hole “ski mask” configuration; others leave NOTE: “Synthetic” below means definitely no cotton! Once the whole face clear. cotton is wet, it’s useless or worse. You want materials that dry □ 1 PAIR OF CAMP SHOES. These can be as lightweight and com- quickly, provide warmth even when damp, and wick moisture fortable as you wish. A hard-soled slipper or ‘crocs’ are good. away from your skin. □ 1 PAIR UV-BLOCKING SUNGLASSES WITH SIDE-GUSSETS. 2 SYNTHETIC SHIRTS, LONG SLEEVE. □ These are also good for Should be self-explanatory, but do not go cheap on these! Maximum starting on layers, for all sorts of weather. UV-blocking is critical. The best options are sometimes called □ 2 SYNTHETIC T-SHIRTS, SHORT-SLEEVED. Remember, “all “glacier glasses.” sorts of weather” includes warm. □ A TRAVEL WALLET □ 2 PAIRS OF SYNTHETIC HIKING SHORTS. It’s nice to have a backup pair in case one gets extremely dirty or damaged. Other Equipment Specifically □ 1 PAIR OF SYNTHETIC TREKKING PANTS. Look for the kind for the Climb with zip-off leggings, so that these can be short or long pants, and it’s easy to switch during the day. □ 1 WATERPROOF DUFFEL BAG, PREFERABLY NORTH FACE BASE CAMP. See above. □ 1 PAIR OF WARMER HIKING PANTS. Don’t go too heavy with these; remember the idea of layers. Lightweight wool or a synthetic □ 1 DAY PACK. COMFORT AND FIT ARE IMPORTANT, AS IS like fleece recommended. DURABILITY. You don’t want this to fall apart during the trip. A good size is about 25 to 30 liters. □ 1 OR 2 PAIRS OF FLEECE LONG UNDERWEAR/ TROUSERS. Again, we suggest lightweight, because you will want to layer without □ RAIN COVER FOR YOUR DAY PACK. Make sure it’s the right getting overheated while hiking. size! □ 1 PAIR OF LEG GAITERS. Make sure these fasten securely to your □ PLASTIC BAGS OF DIFFERENT SIZES (TO PROTECT boots to keep rocks and snow out. CLOTHES AGAINST RAIN) □ 1 PAIR OF SOCKS PER TREKKING DAY, WITH AT LEAST 2 □ 1 WARM MOUNTAIN SLEEPING BAG (10 DEGREE RATED (F)). PAIRS OF LIGHTER (SYNTHETIC) SOCKS AS LINERS. It’s This is another “don’t go cheap” item, as it is critical to sleep well. You nice to have a fresh pair each day; we also like to keep one in the sleeping might also consider an optional sleeping bag liner to help with warmth. bag, to be worn only at night. Dry, clean socks at night are a must. □ 2 TREKKING POLES. We recommend the types that “telescope” □ 1 PAIR OF UNDERWEAR PER DAY. Again, no cotton! down to size. It makes them easier to carry and also lets you adjust the length for different circumstances. □ 1 WARM FLEECE OR WOOL SWEATER. Zip-up is preferred over pullover (for flexibility in conditions. It’s okay to go at least medi- □ 1 HEAD LAMP WITH EXTRA BATTERIES. Better than a flashlight, um-weight here, as this is largely for relaxing in camp. because you can keep your hands free. □ 1 MEDIUM-WEIGHT INSULATION LAYER. This is a down □ 1 EMERGENCY FOIL BLANKET, AKA THE “SPACE or synthetic insulated jacket with an integral hood that can be used BLANKET.” during rest breaks or lunch and around camp. On summit night can □ A SMALL CAMP TOWEL MADE OF QUICK-DRY MATERIAL. be worn in conjunction wiht multiple insulating layers, as conditions may warrant. □ 1 POCKET KNIFE (BE SURE TO CHECK IT ON ALL FLIGHTS!). This could also be a Leatherman or Swiss Army Knife 1 RAIN/WIND SHELL + 1 PAIR OF RAIN/WIND PANTS. □ Look with other tools. for Goretex or other such materials which repel moisture but also allow for ventilation. Without that feature, you’ll just get soaked with sweat. □ 3 ONE-LITER WATER BOTTLES , OR SUBSTITUTE WITH HYDRATION PACK. The latter might come with a hose to drink 1 DURABLE PONCHO. □ This is nice for covering you and your pack, out of without taking off your pack. (If you get that, consider a liner to and also for sitting on during rest breaks or lunch. keep the hose from freezing.) Whatever you get should be rugged. 1 PAIR OF FLEECE GLOVE LINERS. □ These should also be □ SUN BLOCK; WE SUGGEST THE HIGHEST POSSIBLE SPF lightweight; think about them fitting into your mittens or waterproof RATING. outer gloves. □ SLEEPING PAD. Many models are now “self-inflating,” which is a 1 PAIR OF COLD WEATHER GLOVES OR MITTENS. □ These are nice feature. the bigger, warmer ones for cold, dry situations - and as a backup pair. □ EAR PLUGS IN CASE A TENT MATE SNORES. □ 1 WARM HAT. This would be the knit, wrap-around style designed for warmth. Rain protection comes from your rain gear. □ SMALL FIRST AID KIT. Mainly something to have with you during □ 1 SUN HAT. It is very important that this is wide-brimmed. Remember, common places for sunburn include the back of your neck and tops of the day. Guides will have a much larger one. your ears. WEIGHT LIMIT: 15KG FOR YOUR DUFFEL BAG WWW.EMBARKEXPLORATIONCO.COM | 503.922.1050 KILIMANJARO PREPARATION | 7.