Acc Gear List — Scrambling Camps with Huts

Acc Gear List — Scrambling Camps with Huts

ACC Adventures THE ALPINE CLUB OF CANADA ACC GEAR LIST — SCRAMBLING CAMPS WITH HUTS Suggested Clothing List Baselayer top and bottoms (synthetic or merino wool); t-shirt top recommended for warmer months Comfortable hiking pants or pant/short combo (should be softshell or quick-dry) Fleece or other synthetic jacket/sweater (insulation layer) Down or synthetic insulated jacket Gore-Tex jacket (or equivalent waterproof/breathable outer shell w/hood) Wind/waterproof shell pants (Gore-Tex or equivalent, preferably full side-zip) Warm wool or synthetic socks Tip: add a thin liner sock if you are prone to blisters Warm gloves (2 pairs) Waterproof over-gloves or mitts Toque (warm hat) or balaclava Sun hat with neck and ear protection Comfortable hut clothing for evenings Hut booties, light shoes, or sandals for hut Personal Equipment Medium backpack (45-60 litres) for personal equipment and food. Sleeping bag (+5°C to -10°C/41F to 14F, depending on your comfort level) Sunglasses — close-fitting with good UV protection & side shields Gear List: Scrambling Camps With Huts ACC Adventures Sunscreen and lip protection with minimum SPF 30 Water bottle(s) — 1 litre MINIMUM, wide mouth, plastic with tight lid Small personal first aid kit – band-aids, moleskin, duct tape, medications, etc. Toilet kit including towel and “Camp Suds” (biodegradable soap) Headlamp — with spare batteries and bulb Toilet paper (enough for one hut overnight for yourself) Lighter Climbing Equipment Light mountaineering boots or sturdy hiking boots (hiking shoes NOT permitted: boots should have a stiff sole, be waterproof, and allow you to kick into snow). Climbing helmet Mountaineering ice axe - approximately 55 - 70 cm in length Light climbing harness & triple-action carabiner— depending on conditions: please contact the office 2 weeks prior to your trip. Crampons, mountaineering-style OR micro-spikes— depending on conditions: please contact the office 2 weeks prior to your trip. Food Food is NOT included. Please ask the office for a sample meal plan if you need assistance with what to bring. Plan for the following meals: breakfast, lunch & dinner on day 1; breakfast & lunch on day 2 Optional Equipment Collapsible trekking/ski poles for hiking: highly recommended for descent Neck tube (Buff or other brand): can turn into headband or face protection Shorts/t-shirt (depending on conditions) Earplugs (good for sleeping in noisy huts) Camera, spare batteries and memory card Pocket knife (Swiss Army style) Thermos Map and compass/Altimeter/GPS Reading material/journal/pencil Boot waterproofing Small personal amount of liquor/treats, if desired Gear List: Scrambling Camps With Huts ACC Adventures Umbrella Mosquito repellant Water purification tables (Aquatabs) or UV light pen Gaitors Note: If you show up without proper footwear or equipment, your guides have the right to refuse your participation in the Abbot or Silver Spray to Woodbury. In this case, no refund will be offered. The ACC will supply all group gear including ropes, first aid kit, etc. Gear List: Scrambling Camps With Huts .

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