Packing List

SUGGESTED PERSONAL GEAR
1 sleeping bag - 3 season or summer with liner
1 sleeping pad full size
1 light 15 - 20 litre day pack for hiking (ideally with waterproof storage compartments)
1 polarized sunglasses with strap
1 1-litre water bottle
1 pr light paddling gloves
camera, film, waterproof case
mini- binoculars (optional)
1 swiss army or light hunting knife
bug spray
1 fishing gear (optional)
journal, book, cards, games
30 to 40 sun block
lip balm
hand cream
shampoo (biodegradable)
soap (biodegradable)
toothbrush
toothpaste
toilet paper (1 roll)
small towel
1 wide-brim sun hat
1 winter toque or headband (wool or fleece)
1 pair of warm gloves (wind resistent outer fabric)
1 pr TEVA or KEEN type sandals
1 pr hiking boots or heavy running shoe (both Arctic Watch/Canoe North)
1 pr lodge shoes (optional for Arctic Watch)
1 pr rubber (Insulated) boots - THE MOST IMPORTANT ITEM FOR ARCTIC WATCH*
1 pr neoprene duck boots or neoprene socks
1 set rain gear - jacket & pants - no ponchos (waterproof & seam sealed)
1 pr fleece pants for campsites
quick dry river pants (no cotton, wind resistent, for Canoe and Arctic Watch)
quick dry river shorts
t-shirts
1 poly-pro long-sleeved shirt
1 long sleeved micro-fleece
1 fleece or down vest
1 light winter jacket or down vest (Arcit Watch)
1 fleece jacket
1 pr fleece socks
A few pairs of good wool or wool-synthetic blend socks are essential for Arctic
socks
underwear
bandannas
1 bug shirt or hat (optional)
1 tensor brace (if required)
bathing suit
1 or 2 prs of poly-pro long underwear - 2 piece set (synthetic or wool - no cotton)
Misc. personal toiletries
Clothes for wrap-up dinner
*Rubber (Insulated) Boots: This is the most important item of gear: do not come without them! Sometimes the weather, even in summer, is cool (-2C - +15C). In spots, the ground can be wet and muddy or we have to cross streams. A comfortable pair of insulated rubber boots is necessary. If you have a comfortable pair of rubber boots, you do not need hiking boots. There are different types of suitable rubber boots.   Neoprene Boots: These are a new option to the tradition “rubber” boot. They have neoprene uppers and a neoprene / polyurethane foot. There is no insulation to get wet and they are comfortable for walking all day. The best brand is Muck Boots, which are available on-line at www.Muckbootcompany.com. The best models are Edge Water Field boot, the Wetland Premium Field boot or the Arctic Sport Hi. These neoprene boots are probably the most affordable and comfortable boots on the market.   Polyurethane Boots: These boots are made of polyurethane foam, which is an insulator itself. This means that there is no liner to get wet. Polyurethane is also lightweight. The brand names are Purofort and Dunlop. They are available on-line in Canada from IMPmarine (www.impmarine.com), in the UK from www.edirectory.co.uk and other on-line sources. These boots are lightweight and good for hiking but not as comfortable as the Muck boots.   Boots with Rubber Uppers and Neoprene Liner: These boots have a rubber upper with a neoprene liner. The fit is good enough to walk in for long distances. One brand name is Tretorn Felt-type Liner Boots: These are traditional rubber boots with a removable felt liner. Brands are Acton and Kamik, available in Canada at Le Baron and Canadian Tire stores. These boots are less expensive but the fit is not so good, thus they are not as good for walking. We do not recommend these boots.