EVERGLADES BACKPACKING TRIP CHECKLIST

Everglades Backpacking Trip Checklist

What We Supply AND What You Should Bring

NOTE: The more weight you carry the less fun you will have. Try to only bring what you need. Luxury items may seem like a good idea until the 2nd mile of your hike.

Gear provided by GTD

*GTD will supply the following gear for you on this trip. You may elect to supply your own gear instead of using GTD's gear.

[ ] Backpack

[ ] Wood Hiking Pole/Stick

[ ] Jungle Hammock or Small Tent

[ ] Sleeping Pad

[ ] Sleeping Bag

[ ] Miniature Backpacker's Pillow

[ ] 2 Lg Water Bottles (1-2 liters)

[ ] Backpacker Stove / Fuel / Cookware / Utensils

[ ] First Aid Kit

[ ] Small Pocket Knife

[ ] P-Cord (Parachute Cord) (small amt)

[ ] Duct Tape (small amt)

[ ] Small LED Flashlight and/or Headlamp w/ Batteries

[ ] Wet Wipes (small amt: travel size)

[ ] Emergency Whistle

[ ] Signaling Devices & Other Lightweight Survival Equipment

[ ] Poncho

[ ] Small Plastic Bags (for wet/dirty clothes)

[ ] Zip Lock Bags (Gallon Size)

[ ] Insect Repellent (small amt: travel size)

[ ] Sunscreen

[ ] Travel Bible and/or Daily Devotional

[ ] GTD WAIVER (GTD will have extra waivers on-hand if you're unable to bring it)

Don't forget to pack water, food, snacks, etc...

[ ] Water (bring a gallon of water to fill up water bottles, etc)

[ ] Snacks & 5 Backpacking Meals (2 Lunches, 1 Dinner, 1 Breakfast, 1 Extra)

[ ] Small Roll of Toilet Paper

Optional gear not supplied by GTD

[ ] Hiking Gloves (Optional use with trekking poles)

[ ] Hydration Pack / CamelBak (1-2 liters)

[ ] Sunglasses

[ ] Lip Balm (small amt: travel size)

Recommended items, but not required and not supplied by GTD

[ ] Cell Phone (in case of emergency) (fully charged)

[ ] Camera w/ SD Card (fully charged)

[ ] Money / Credit Card (snack stops, etc.)

[ ] Favorite Snack(s)

[ ] Gatorade Mix, Caffeine Drink Mix, etc.

[ ] Ibuprofen, Tylenol, Meds (small amt: travel size)

[ ] Anti-Chafe Cream / Vaseline

[ ] Additional or Specialty Insect Repellent (if you are more susceptible to insect bites or have sensitivities / allergies to standard repellents)

Personal items not supplied by GTD

[ ] Eyeglasses / Contacts (if applicable)

[ ] Any Necessary Meds (if applicable)

[ ] Travel Size Toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, liquid biodegradable soap & shampoo, mini towel, razor, shaving cream, deodorant, brush/comb, hair care)

About clothing

Each backpacker determines the quantity of clothing he or she will bring. To keep your pack weight down it is recommended that you bring lightweight clothing (usually synthetic materials) that can be used more than once & when possible has more than 1 usefulness.

*NOTE: Your shoes will get trashed (wet, muddy, scratched, etc.). It's a good idea to bring a pair of old tennis shoes that you can dispose of after the trip.

Recommended hiking clothing:

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*Everglades avg temps in Jan & early Feb = Low to mid 50's at night; Low 80's during the day

*Pack according to up-to-date weather forecast. Rain is a possibility.

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[ ] Quick Drying Cargo/Activity Shorts

[ ] Quick Drying Activity Shirts

[ ] Shade Hat

[ ] Underwear (1 per day)

[ ] Hiking Socks (1-2 per day)

[ ] Hiking Shoes (DON'T USE NEW SHOES; USE OLD TENNIS SHOES FOR THIS HIKE!!)

(Break in your shoes well in advance of the trip)

[ ] Gel Insoles (for inside the shoes) (optional)

[ ] Flip Flops or Sandals (to use at base camp after each day’s hike)

[ ] Modest Swimsuit (possible swimming opportunities)

[ ] Long Sleeve Shirt / Sweatshirt

[ ] Lightweight Activity Pants

[ ] Lightweight or Seasonal Jacket

[ ] Thermal / Long Underwear (if cold is forecasted)

[ ] Knit Cap

[ ] Complete Change of Clothes Including Footwear (for drive back home)

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DON'T BRING: Jewelry - or - Valuables

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*We reserve the right to amend this checklist as needed

NOTE: The following gear will be hiked in with our guides.

>>> Fire Starter & Igniters

>>> Guide's First Aid Kit

>>> SPOT (GPS Emergency Signaling Device)

>>> GPS