For Autumn Adventure Treks

Gear Up for the Journey

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 

 

(NOTE: copied from Summer Crew Trek – highlighted items were on the winter trek. Needs to be consistent and updated for Autumn & Winter Treks) 

PACKS AND BAGS

EQUIPMENT 

QTY 

COMMENTS 

CODE 

Backpack – rental available (see below) 

65-75L 

Summit/Daypack 

side hikes  

T, S 

Lashing Straps  

1 pr 

holds sleeping bag on pack 

Gal. Ziploc Bags 

6-12 

pack clothes  

Pack Cover 

waterproof  

Small Stuff Sacks 

2-3 

pack/organize personal items  

Ditty Bags 

2-3 

pack/organize personal items 

  • pack with padded hip belt (rental available) 
  • capacity: external frame-4000 cu in +/- 
  • internal frame-48000 cu in +/- 
  • *pack cover-waterproof nylon  
  • *6 to 12 (gallon size) Ziploc plastic bags to pack clothes  

Backpack Rental

If you are unsure of your pack’s fit or question the durability for Philmont’s trails, you can rent an internal pack (including pack cover) at Philmont’s Outfitting Services for a $30 fee for the duration of the trek. Philmont’s knowledgeable staff will fit you in the appropriate pack at Philmont and pre-reservations are not necessary. Additional details are available in the Guidebook to Adventure. 

HEAD-NECK-HANDS

(sufficient quantities for length of trek, packed in plastic bags)  

EQUIPMENT  

QTY 

COMMENTS 

CODE 

Wool or fleece hat 

warm hat for cold temps  

Glove liners or mittens  

1 pr 

synthetic wool 

Baseball cap or wide brim hat  

sun protection of ears, face  

UPPER BODY LAYERS

EQUIPMENT  

QTY 

COMMENTS 

CODE 

Base Layer (mid-wgt) synthetic  

long underwear top 

Middle Layer (fleece pullover) 

opt – wool sweater  

Top Layer (synthetic jacket) 

wool or polar fleece ok  

Rain Jacket  

sturdy, waterproof jacket w/hood, coated nylon and breathable fabrics acceptable.  

T, A 

Shirt – Short Sleeve 

moisture wicking, no cotton or nylon  

Shirt – Long Sleeve  

moisture wicking, no cotton or nylon 

Sports Bra  

synthetic  

LOWER BODY LAYERS

EQUIPMENT 

QTY 

COMMENTS 

CODE 

Base Layer (mid-wgt) synthetic  

long underwear bottom 

Rain Pants  

lightweight & sturdy  

T, A 

Long Pants 

no heavy jeans  

Underwear 

  

Insulated Underwear  

     

Hiking Shorts  

  

SLEEPING GEAR

EQUIPMENT 

QTY 

COMMENTS 

CODE 

Sleeping Bag 

rated 20 degrees and less than 5 lbs/packing in compression sack lined w/plastic bag 

Waterproof Stuff Sack 

or 2 heavy duty 4-6 mil plastic bags  

Sleeping Pad 

closed-cell foam or fully inflatable pad 

Sleep Clothes  

1 set 

worn only in sleeping bag, t-shirt & gym shorts acceptable  

  • *straps to hold sleeping bag on pack

FOOTWEAR

EQUIPMENT  

QTY 

COMMENTS 

CODE 

Hiking Boots or Shoes 

1 pr 

well broken in; ankle support recommended 

Socks 

3 pr 

synthetic or wool 

Liner Socks 

3 pr  

synthetic  

Camp Shoes  

1 pr 

 lightweight sneakers  

  • Heavy wool socks 
     

MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS

EQUIPMENT  

QTY 

COMMENTS 

CODE 

Bowl 

deep bowl of lightweight material  

Mug/Cup 

measuring style recommended 12-20 oz  

T, O 

Spoon/Spork 

Lexan or lightweight-sporks are popular  

Water Bottle/1 qt 

4 or more  

qty reduced if also using hydration bladder in pack  

T, A, BB 

Pocket Knife  

small knife sufficient  

T, A, S 

Matches/Lighter 

pack in waterproof container/lighting camp stove  

T, A, BB, S 

Flashlight/Headlamp 

durable/lightweight-bring extra batteries  

Trekking Poles w/rubber tips  

1 pr 

reduced impact – 25% – knees & ankles, improve balance  

T, O 

Philmont Map 

sectionals are available for your itinerary overall  

T,A ,S  

Compass 

 

T, A, S 

Bandana/tubular headgear  

bandanas or headgear also known as Buffs work well/many brands on the market  

T, BB 

Money 

$50 

 

BB 

Lip Balm 

moisturizing balm, SPF 25 or greater  

T, A, BB 

Soap  

biodegradable  

T, BB, S 

Toothbrush  

 

T, BB 

Toothpaste 

 

T, BB, S  

Camp Towel 

small, quick dry 

Tampon/Pads 

 

T, BB 

Personal Medication  

enough for entire trek  

 

Sunglasses  

 

Belt 

   

Watch  

 

T, O 

Camera  

batteries/memory card 

T, BB, S 

Whistle  

 

Fishing Equipment  

some itineraries have opportunity to fish  

Fishing License 

some itineraries have opportunity to fish-NM State fishing license required  

T, O 

Postcards 

1+ 

pre-stamped 

T, O 

Foot Powder  

 

T, BB, S 

Notepad Pen  

 

T, BB, O 

  • Cooking kit and utensils  
  • Dishwashing soap  
  • Scouring pads 
  • *Philmont Fieldguide (S)  
  • Rubber bands

EQUIPMENT PROVIDED BY CREW

Necessary Items For Each Crew (7-12 Persons) To Bring Or Purchase On Arrival.  

EQUIPMENT  

QTY 

COMMENTS 

CODE 

Sewing Kit  

 

Tent Stakes 

5 per person 

 

Water Container 2.5 gal 

2-3 

collapsible  

Backpacking stove 

2-3 

 one stove per four campers 

Fuel Bottle/ 1 qt  

 

Fuel Funnel 

 

First Aid Kit 

 

 

T, BB 

Duct Tape  

for trail repair  

T, BB 

Spices 

 

for cooking 

T, BB, O 

Waterproof Ground Cloth  

1/tent 

6′ x 8′ 

Nylon Cord 

50 ft x 1/8′ 

Sunscreen  

2-3 

6 oz tubes w/SPF 25 or higher 

T, BB 

Insect Repellent  

small bottle, no aerosol spray cans 

T, BB 

Water Purifiers/Filters  

2-3 

optional 

T, O 

Multi-Tool  

 

Trowel/Shovel 

 

Carabiner  

Carabiner must be rated climbing strength for rigging “oops” bag 2/bear bags  

EQUIPMENT ISSUED BY PHILMONT

Each Crew of 7-12 Persons is Issued The Following Equipment Free of Charge (Expect for Damage or Replacement Charges Upon Return)  

EQUIPMENT  

QTY 

COMMENTS 

Nylon Dining Fly 

12′ x 10′, wt 2 lbs, 3 oz 

Collapsible Poles 

for dining fly, wt 1.45 lb 

Philmont Tent with poles 

1 per 2 camper 

weight with poles: 5 lbs, 13 oz 

Cooking Pot 

8 qt w/lid, 2 lbs 

Dishwashing-2nd Cooking Pot 

8 qt (1lb, 4 oz) 6 qt (1lb, 9 oz) 4 qt (10 oz) size dependent on crew size 

Beverage Pot 

2 qt w/lid, 8 oz (optional) 

Chef Cutlery Kit 

1 lg spoon, 1 lg spatula 4 oz 

Hot Pot Tongs 

1 pr 

4 oz 

Plastic Trash Bags 

10 

  

Salt Pepper 

  

  

Water Purifier Tablets, Micropur 1 tablet treats 1 liter 

  

  

Nylon Rope 100 x 1/4″ 

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