Technical Clothing
[ ] Light weight underwear. 2 pair top & bottom Polypro or Capaline.
[ ] Pile jacket. 200-300 weight pile dependent upon cold tolerance. We do not recommended Windstopper fleece for larger garments due to breathability issues.
[ ] Pile pants. Mid-weight pile with full separating side zippers to allow accessibility and effective ventilation. For the N. Cascades we do not recommended bibs because they add additional weight.
[ ] Gore-Tex rain/snow shell pants & shell jacket with hood. Suggested: Gore-Tex or Patagonia Storm gear. We recommend a long front zipper, roomy rather than snug fit and underarm zips which go well below the armpit. We also recommend full separating side zips on the pants/bibs. We do not recommend a one piece outfit. Two fabric systems exist: Option 1: Jacket & pants of waterproof/breathable fabric such as Gore-Tex. Option 2: Two sets of jacket & pants - one of waterproof non-breathable fabric (coated nylon), and a second of lightweight breathable nylon.

Footwear
[ ] Light hiking boots or running shoes. (Optional) for hiking in and wearing around camp from late July on.
[ ] Double plastic climbing boots. Good quality plastic shells with inner boots Avoid tight fit with heavy socks. Suggested: Koflach Viva Softs.
[ ] Crampons. Step-in bindings. Suggested: Charlet Moser Super 12.
[ ] Crampon case (optional).
[ ] Gaiters. Suggested: Outdoor Research Crocodiles.
[ ] Wool or pile socks. 3 pair heavy-weight wool or synthetic socks (wool is warmer) to be worn over the liner socks. When layering socks, check fit over feet and inside boots. Remember to keep one fresh, dry pair of socks available at all times.
[ ] Liner socks. 3 pair of smooth thin wool, nylon or polypropylene to be worn next to the skin. This reduces the incidence of blisters and hot-spots.

Headgear
[ ] Baseball cap or other sun hat. (Optional). One with a good visor to shade the nose and eyes. Be sure to include a bandanna to shade the neck.
[ ] Warm pile/wool hat or balaclava. 1 light weight. Suggested: Patagonia.
[ ] Climbing helmet.
[ ] Head lamp.(spare bulbs & batteries).
Suggested: Petzl Zoom.
[ ] Glacier glasses. 100% UV, high quality optical lenses designed for mountain use, must have side covers. If you wear contacts or glasses, we recommend packing a spare pair of glasses. It is a good idea to have these with "photo-gray" or equivalent light-sensitive material so they can double as emergency sunglasses. Suggested: Bolle/Ray Ban.

Mitts & Gloves
[ ] Synthetic gloves. Bunting gloves or similar warm synthetic which will fit comfortably inside mitts. Suggested: Patagonia.
[ ] Pile Mitts and Gor-Tex overmitts. 1 pair. Recommend "Tough-Tek" (not cordura) shell palms for better grip. Modular glove systems also okay. Suggested: Outdoor Research Modular Mitts (seam taped) or gloves.

Camping
[ ] Compass. Silva Ranger or Sunto Professional.
[ ] Backpack. Internal frame pack 5,000 cu.in., 4-5lbs. Keep it simple and avoid unnecessary zippers, etc. You will need crampon and ice tool attachment points.
[ ] Sleeping bag. High quality to at least 200F. Goose down preferred.
[ ] Sleeping pad. 1 3/4 or full length closed cell foam and/or 3/4 length Therma-Rest for warmth and comfort.
[ ] Tent. Good quality 4-season mountain tent (1 or 2 person).
[ ] Backpacking stove. Complete stove and repair kit. Recommended: MSR and Coleman Peak I multi-fuel.
[ ] 1 litre fuel bottle. Alpine Ascents will supply the fuel. Note: June courses will need an additional 1/2 ltr bottle.
[ ] Swiss Army knife.
[ ] Lighter. We recommend two adjustable lighters, rather than matches, for lighting stoves.
[ ] Water bottles. 2 litre total capacity, wide-mouth. Recommend: Hunnersdorf. One 1 1/2 litre, one 1/2 litre.
[ ] Sunscreen. SPF 15-40, small tube.
[ ] Lipscreen. SPF 15-40, at least 2 sticks.
[ ] Insect repellent. Strong deterrent from mid-July on.
[ ] Personal first aid kit. Aspirin, Moleskin, molefoam, waterproof first aid tape, Band-Aids, personal medications, etc. (simple and light). Suggested: Adventure Medical Kits "Personal".

Cooking gear
[ ]Cup: 16oz uninsulated plastic with snap-on lid.
[ ]Spoon: Good quality tough plastic (lexan)
[ ]Bowl: Plastic with 2-3 cup capacity
[ ]Cooking pot: 2qt. lightweight pot and 1qt. lightweight pot each with tight fitting lid. Aluminum is much lighter than stainless.

Traveling
[ ] Large duffel bag with lock. 1 for transporting gear.
[ ] Plastic bags. To line stuff sacks to keep gear dry and one large enough to line pack.
[ ] Travel clothes. Include hiking shorts.
[ ] Toiletry bag. Include toilet paper.
[ ] Food for course. See enclosed menu planning guide.
[ ] Camera gear. Optional.
[ ] Ski poles. Optional.

13-day Alpine Course ONLY
[ ] Summit pack. Small mountain pack 2,500-3,000cu.in. with attachment points for crampons and two ice tools. Should have waist belt and sternum strap.
[ ] Leather mountain boots. (Optional) Good pair of heavy leather mountaineering boots which will accept step-in crampons. Suggested: La Sportiva Nepal Top or K3.
[ ] Bivi sack. Gore-Tex top light weight bivi.
[ ] Towel, soap, shampoo. For campground showers.