Everything You Need to Hit the Trail
CODES
(T)=Available at Philmont’s Tooth of Time Traders
(A)=Easily accessible on horseback
(BB)=Packed in bear bag at night
(S)=Share with a buddy
(O)=Optional
(E)=Philmont Essentials
* = Western Riding boots required
PACKS AND BAGS
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EQUIPMENT |
QTY |
COMMENTS |
CODE |
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2-3 |
pack/organize personal items |
T |
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2-3 |
pack/organize personal items |
T |
HEAD-NECK-HANDS
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EQUIPMENT |
QTY |
COMMENTS |
CODE |
|
1 |
sun protection of ears, face |
T |
UPPER BODY LAYERS
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EQUIPMENT |
QTY |
COMMENTS |
CODE |
|
1 |
Moisture wicking, no cotton or nylon |
T |
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Sports Bra |
1 |
Synthetic |
T |
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Uniform Shirt |
1 |
For travel |
O |
ON YOUR BODY WHILE ON HORSEBACK
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EQUIPMENT |
QTY |
COMMENTS |
CODE |
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Western riding boots** |
1 |
Smooth-soled, with a 1” heel, no laced boots allowed |
E |
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Jeans |
1 |
Western cut, baggy jeans wrinkle up and cause chafing |
E |
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Long sleeve shirt |
1 |
Must be tucked in |
E |
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Belt |
1 |
T, E |
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Helmet |
1 |
Provided by Philmont |
E |
UPPER BODY LAYERS: TIED TO SADDLE
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EQUIPMENT |
QTY |
COMMENTS |
CODE |
|
1 |
Sturdy, waterproof jacket w/hood, coated nylon and breathable fabrics acceptable |
T, A |
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Rain Pants |
1 |
Sturdy, waterproof jacket w/hood, coated nylon and breathable fabrics acceptable |
T, A |
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Warm Jacket |
1 |
T, A |
LOWER BODY LAYERS: PERSONAL STUFF SACK
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EQUIPMENT |
QTY |
COMMENTS |
CODE |
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Uniform Pants |
1 |
For travel |
O |
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Underwear |
3 |
T |
|
|
1 |
T |
SLEEPING GEAR: PERSONAL STUFF SACK
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EQUIPMENT |
QTY |
COMMENTS |
CODE |
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In compression sack |
1 |
Rated 20 degrees and less than 5 lbs/packing in compression sack lined w/plastic bag |
T |
|
1 |
1 or 2 heavy duty 4-6 mil plastic bags |
T |
|
|
1 |
Closed-cell foam or fully inflatable pad |
T |
|
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Sleep Clothes |
1 set |
Worn only in sleeping bag, t-shirt & gym shorts acceptable |
T |
FOOTWEAR: PERSONAL STUFF SACK
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EQUIPMENT |
QTY |
COMMENTS |
CODE |
|
1 pr |
Shoes for side hikes/wear around camp; ankle support recommended |
T |
|
|
Hiking/Boot Socks |
3 pr |
Synthetic or wool |
T |
MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS: PERSONAL STUFF SACK
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EQUIPMENT |
QTY |
COMMENTS |
CODE |
|
1 |
Small knife sufficient, no sheath knives |
T, A, S |
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|
1 |
Pack in waterproof container/lighting camp stove |
T, A, BB, S |
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|
1 |
Durable/lightweight-bring extra batteries |
T |
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|
1 |
Liquid filled with rotating dial. A few per crew is sufficient. |
T, A, S |
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|
2 |
Bandanas or headgear also known as Buffs work well. Many brands on the market. |
T, BB |
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Money |
$50 |
|
BB |
|
1 |
Biodegradable |
T, BB, S |
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|
1 |
Small, quick dry |
T |
|
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Sunglasses |
1 |
|
T |
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Watch |
1 |
|
T, O |
|
1 |
|
T |
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|
1 |
|
T, BB, O |
SADDLE BAG
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EQUIPMENT |
QTY |
COMMENTS |
CODE |
|
2 |
One-quart plastic water bottles with secure lids (NO camelbacks)* |
T, A, BB |
FEED BAG
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EQUIPMENT |
QTY |
COMMENTS |
CODE |
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Food |
Food for the morning/lunch (provided) |
BB |
|
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Medication |
Needed during the day & emergency medication |
BB |
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|
1 |
Moisturizing balm, SPF 25 or greater |
T, A, BB |
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2-3 |
6 oz tubes w/SPF 25 or higher |
T, BB |
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|
1 |
Batteries and memory card |
T, BB, S |
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|
1 |
Overall maps are not designed for navigation. Map depends on selected itinerary. |
T,A ,S |
EQUIPMENT PROVIDED BY CREW: CREW STUFF SACK
Necessary Items For Each Crew (10-15 persons) To Bring Or Purchase On Arrival
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EQUIPMENT |
QTY |
COMMENTS |
CODE |
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Toiletries |
BB |
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Medication |
BB |
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Mess Kits |
T |
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Deep bowl of lightweight material |
T |
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Measuring style recommended 12-20 oz |
T, O |
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T, BB, S |
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T, BB, S |
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Tampons/Pads |
T, BB |
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Comb |
S |
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Shaving Cream |
No aerosol cans; optional |
T, BB. S |
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T |
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1 |
|
T |
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5 per person |
8 per tent and 8 for the dining fly (After camp has been set up for the first time, tent stakes may be rolled up inside packed tents and the dining fly) |
T |
|
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Weight-bearing Caribiner |
Carabiner (locking preferred) must be rated as climbing strength for rigging “oops” bag w/bear bags. A carabiner designed to be a key ring is not sufficient. |
T |
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|
2-3 |
Collapsible |
T |
|
|
1 |
|
T |
|
|
1 |
For trail repair |
T, BB |
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|
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For cooking |
T, BB, O |
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|
3 |
50’ x 1/8” for dining fly, clothesline, repairing items or tying items to pack. |
T |
|
|
2 |
Small bottle, no aerosol spray cans |
T, BB |
|
|
2-3 |
All water from streams, lakes, wells, etc needs to be purified. Water at staff camps is purified unless noted. Micropur tablets are issued so filters are optional and will require a repair kit on the trail. |
T, O |
|
|
1 |
Carabiner must be rated climbing strength for rigging “oops” bag 2/bear bags |
T |
DIRECTLY IN PANNIER BAGS/ON PACK HORSES
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EQUIPMENT |
QTY |
COMMENTS |
CODE |
|
1 |
|
T, BB |
|
|
2½ gallon collapsible water jugs |
2 |
Crew must provide |
T |
|
2-3 |
White Gas or Isobutane fuels. Stove needs a wide base low to the ground. Highly recommend Isobutane stoves being able to burn with canister upside down and right side up. |
T |
|
|
2 |
White Gas recommend 2 – 20oz bottles. Isobutane recommend 3 – 8oz/220g canisters. Can resupply both white gas and isobutane at commissary camps. |
T |
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1/tent |
6′ x 8′ |
T |
EQUIPMENT PROVIDED BY PHILMONT
Each Crew of 10-15 Persons is Issued The Following Equipment Free of Charge (Expect for Damage or Replacement Charges Upon Return)
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EQUIPMENT |
QTY |
COMMENTS |
|
Nylon Dining Fly |
1 |
12′ x 10′, wt 2 lbs, 3 oz |
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Collapsible Poles |
2 |
For dining fly, wt 1.45 lb |
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Philmont Tent with poles |
1 per 2 camper |
Weight with poles: 5 lbs, 13 oz |
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Cooking Pot |
1 |
8 qt w/lid, 2 lbs |
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Dishwashing-2nd Cooking Pot |
1 |
8 qt (1lb, 4 oz) 6 qt (1lb, 9 oz) 4 qt (10 oz) size dependent on crew size |
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Beverage Pot |
1 |
2 qt w/lid, 8 oz (optional) |
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Chef Cutlery Kit |
1 |
1 lg spoon, 1 lg spatula 4 oz |
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Hot Pot Tongs |
1 pr |
4 oz |
|
Plastic Trash Bags |
10 |
|
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Salt Pepper |
|
|
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Water Purifier Tablets, Micropur 1 tablet treats 1 liter |
|
|
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Nylon Rope 100 x 1/4″ |
2 |
Weight 2 1/2 lbs |
|
Bear Bags |
3-6 |
For hanging smellables 2 lbs, 4 oz |
|
Plastic Strainer & Rubber Scraper |
1 ea |
4 oz |
|
Toilet Paper |
|
Resupplied |
ITEMS NOT ALLOWED
- Deodorant
- Radios/MP3 Players/Video Game Devices
- Hammock
- Video Cameras
- Drones
- Turkey Bags
- Bear Bag Pulley Systems
- Bear Spray
- Bear Horns