Down and Dirty Details

 

When/Where

All gear needs to be dropped off the afternoon before the trip at 94 Antelope Lane in Boulder, WY. Emily will assess and pack all gear at this time. This is to ensure you have everything you need and no additional llamas will be needed (or you have an opportunity to leave some gear behind). Departures from trail heads are usually early to prevent high traffic and hot weather. Departure times vary depending on location and group ability and size.

Gear List

Having the proper gear can keep you warm and safe in any unexpected weather.  Spending long periods of time outside can expose you to some interesting weather (especially in Wyoming).  There has been snow in EVERY month of the year here.  If you do not have the required gear for the trip, the Great Outdoor Shop (GOS) will have most of the last-minute items you need.

  www.greatoutdoorshop.com 307-367-2440

REQUIRED GEAR

Day Pack 

·       This pack needs to be big enough to fit medications, layers of clothes, rain gear, lunch and water (See below the full list of what to bring in your day pack)

Hiking Boots

  • Waterproof

  • Broken in

 Water Crossing Shoes

·       We do have specific areas on trips where water crossings are unavoidable. Good water crossing shoes are ones that will not come off in swift-moving water Ex. Chacos, Tevas etc.

**Tip: These are excellent shoes to wear around camp as well**

Water Bottle: Reusable (no plastic bottles)

Tent (Can be rented at GOS)

·       MUST have a rainfly and waterproof floor or tarp

Sleeping Pad (Can be rented at GOS)

Sleeping Bag (Can be rented at GOS)

·       July & August – MUST be 25-degree warmth rating or warmer

·       June & September – MUST be 0-15-degree warmth rating

REQUIRED CLOTHING

Layering your clothing helps you regulate your body temperature by slipping layers on and off as your activity level or the weather changes.  There are three basic levels of layers that you should bring on the trip:

   1. Base Layer (underwear layer): Wicks sweat off of your skin

   2. Middle Layer (Insulating Layer): Retains body heat to protect you from the cold

   3. Outer Layer (Shell Layer): Shields you from wind and rain, also protects from heat loss

The following are examples of what could be brought along, each individual knows how hot or cold they run so clothing may vary.  Please keep in mind our changing weather and it is always better to bring an extra layer than to not have it and need it.   For more information on layering a great resource is https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/layering-basics.html

Base Layers:

·      Synthetic T-shirt*

·      Synthetic Long Sleeve AKA Sun Shirt* (My Favorite! It helps subdue the bugs and also provides sun protection so your entire body isn’t soaked with bug spray and sunscreen the entire trip)

·      Synthetic Pants or Shorts*           

·       Mid-weight – June, July, and August

·       Heavy-weight – September

**Bring a few (2-3) extra along for the trip depending on the duration

Middle Layers:

·      Lightweight down

·      Long sleeve fleece, wool or other synthetic mid-weight layer

·      Heavy Down Jacket (I personally am cold-blooded and love having a warm jacket by the campfire at night and in the early mornings) **This is a required item in June, Early July, & September**

·      Fleece Pants

Outer Layer:

·      Quality Rain Gear – Jacket and Pants *This is a required item on ALL TRIPS

Other Clothing Items:

·      Stocking Cap

·      Gloves

·      Socks – please bring a fresh pair for every day.  It is important to keep your feet dry and healthy!

·      Underwear ….. need I say more?

·      Swimming Suit (optional)

WHAT TO PACK YOUR CLOTHING IN FOR THE TRIP

All clothing should be put in a 5-gallon dry bag.  (These are inexpensive and very convenient. They can be used in several other recreational situations like boating, fishing, or even a leisure day on the beach.)  The dry bag keeps all of your clothing together and it also provides waterproof protection for any water crossings or inclement weather that might get the gear wet.

*If it does not all fit in the 5-gallon bag you have brought too much!!!

WHAT TO BRING IN YOUR DAY PACK

·      Water bottle

·      Rain Gear (Outer Layer)

·      Middle Layer

·      Extra pair of socks

·      Water Crossing Shoes

·      Camera

·      Headlamp

·      Chap-stick

·      Sunscreen

·      Bug-spray/Head net

·      Small washcloth/towel

·      Kleenex

·      Medications

·      Lunch and Snacks

ITEMS THE GUIDE BRINGS WITH THEM *

All of our guides are CPR and First Aid Certified.  They will bring a first aid kit for the clients and llamas.  They will also be carrying a SPOT or Satellite Phone, which allows them to be in contact with emergency personnel if needed.  Guides also will carry a water purification system for clients to use.

*if you are on a drop pack bring these items with you!!*