Equipment Checklist

CU in the Rockies

CU in the Rockies packing list

Camping gear

Backpacking pack*
Sleeping bag*
Sleeping pad*
Trekking poles* (optional)

Clothes

Non-cotton short sleeve shirts (1-2)
Shorts (1 pair)
Long underwear/baselayer pants (1 pair)
Long, non-cotton pants (1 pair)
Light jacket (ex. lightweight fleece, nano puff, etc.) (1)
Heavier weight jacket (puffy) (1)
Rain jacket* (1)
Non-cotton long sleeve shirt/baselayer (1)
Non-cotton socks (4-5 pairs)
Broken in hiking boots (1 pair)
Shoes for camp &/or creek crossings (1 pair)
Underwear (8-10 pairs)
Swimsuit (1)
Baseball cap (1)
Beanie/warm winter hat (1)
Lightweight gloves (1 pair)

Miscellaneous

2 Water bottles (1 liter each minimum capacity)
Toothpaste and toothbrush
Travel size baby wipes/face wipes
Towel (1)
Sunglasses (1 pair)
Sunscreen
Emergency medications (x2)
Other medications that you need

Note:

Space is limited in cabins and in our vehicles. Please DO NOT bring additional items with you. Weapons of any kind, including hunting knives and multi-tools will not be permitted.
Some items can be rented from CU Outdoor Pursuits. Rentals are included in the cost of the trip. Optional rental items are marked with an asterisk (*).
All activity specific equipment (including rafting equipment, tents, tarps, stoves and cookware, water purification equipment, navigation equipment).

A few notes on gear:

You may wonder why some items are on this for a summer trip. Weather in the Colorado mountains is variable. In the early or late summer it is not out of the question to experience cold rain, hail or even light snow. In general, the early morning and evening temperatures are much cooler even in the Front Range. Items such as lightweight fleeces, down jackets, beanies and gloves may not always be needed, but are required for this trip to keep you safe an warm in the cooler evenings and in the event of inclement weather.
Avoid cotton: when cotton gets wet it stays wet & cold for a long time. Synthetic materials dry faster and tend to keep you warmer when wet (this is beneficial after a long day of sweating or a rain shower). Slothing for this trip should be non-cotton. Look for fabrics that are polyester, polypropylene, silk or wool.

We know that gear can be expensive. There are many means of getting what you need without spending a lot of money. You can get great non-cotton clothing in the athletic sections of Target or Walmart or at Goodwill or other second-hand stores.

CU Mountain Fest

Camping gear

Sleeping bag*
Sleeping pad*
Pillow (optional)
Trekking poles* (optional)

Clothes

Non-cotton short sleeve shirts (1-2)
Shorts (1 pair)
Long underwear/baselayer pants (1 pair)
Long, non-cotton pants (1 pair)
Light jacket (ex. lightweight fleece, nano puff, etc.) (1)
Heavier weight jacket (puffy) (1)
Rain jacket* (1)
Non-cotton long sleeve shirt/baselayer (1)
Non-cotton socks (4-5 pairs)
Broken in hiking boots (1 pair)
Shoes for camp &/or creek crossings (1 pair)
Underwear (4-5 pairs)
Baseball cap (1)
Beanie/warm winter hat (1)
Lightweight gloves (1 pair)

Miscellaneous

2 Water bottles (1 liter each minimum capacity)
Daypack (1)
Toothpaste and toothbrush
Travel size baby wipes/face wipes
Sunglasses (1 pair)
Sunscreen
Emergency medications (x2)
Other medications that you need

Note:

Space is limited in cabins and in our vehicles. Please DO NOT bring additional items with you. Weapons of any kind, including hunting knives and multi-tools will not be permitted.
Some items can be rented from CU Outdoor Pursuits. Rentals are included in the cost of the trip. Optional rental items are marked with an asterisk (*).
All activity specific equipment (including rafting equipment, tents, tarps, stoves and cookware, water purification equipment, navigation equipment).

A few notes on gear:

You may wonder why some items are on this for a summer trip. Weather in the Colorado mountains is variable. In the early or late summer it is not out of the question to experience cold rain, hail or even light snow. In general, the early morning and evening temperatures are much cooler even in the Front Range. Items such as lightweight fleeces, down jackets, beanies and gloves may not always be needed, but are required for this trip to keep you safe an warm in the cooler evenings and in the event of inclement weather.
Avoid cotton: when cotton gets wet it stays wet & cold for a long time. Synthetic materials dry faster and tend to keep you warmer when wet (this is beneficial after a long day of sweating or a rain shower). Slothing for this trip should be non-cotton. Look for fabrics that are polyester, polypropylene, silk or wool.

We know that gear can be expensive. There are many means of getting what you need without spending a lot of money. You can get great non-cotton clothing in the athletic sections of Target or Walmart or at Goodwill or other second-hand stores.

CU Bound

CU Bound packing list

Camping gear

Duffel to store gear
A day pack
Sleeping bag*
Pillow

Clothes

Non-cotton short sleeve shirts (1-2)
Shorts (1 pair)
Long underwear/baselayer pants (1 pair)
Long, non-cotton pants (1 pair)
Light jacket (ex. lightweight fleece, nano puff, etc.) (1)
Heavier weight jacket (puffy) (1)
Rain jacket* (1)
Non-cotton long sleeve shirt/baselayer (1)
Non-cotton socks (4-5 pairs)
Broken in hiking boots (1 pair)
Shoes for camp &/or creek crossings (1 pair)
Underwear (4-5 pairs)
Swimsuit (1)
Baseball cap (1)
Beanie/warm winter hat (1)
Lightweight gloves (1 pair)

Miscellaneous

2 Water bottles (1 liter each minimum capacity)
Daypack (1)
Toothpaste and toothbrush
Travel size baby wipes/face wipes
Sunglasses (1 pair)
Sunscreen
Emergency medications (x2)
Other medications that you need

Note:

Space is limited in cabins and in our vehicles. Please DO NOT bring additional items with you. Weapons of any kind, including hunting knives and multi-tools will not be permitted.
Some items can be rented from CU Outdoor Pursuits. Rentals are included in the cost of the trip. Optional rental items are marked with an asterisk (*).
All activity specific equipment (including rafting equipment, tents, tarps, stoves and cookware, water purification equipment, navigation equipment).

A few notes on gear:

You may wonder why some items are on this for a summer trip. Weather in the Colorado mountains is variable. In the early or late summer it is not out of the question to experience cold rain, hail or even light snow. In general, the early morning and evening temperatures are much cooler even in the Front Range. Items such as lightweight fleeces, down jackets, beanies and gloves may not always be needed, but are required for this trip to keep you safe an warm in the cooler evenings and in the event of inclement weather.
Avoid cotton: when cotton gets wet it stays wet & cold for a long time. Synthetic materials dry faster and tend to keep you warmer when wet (this is beneficial after a long day of sweating or a rain shower). Slothing for this trip should be non-cotton. Look for fabrics that are polyester, polypropylene, silk or wool.

We know that gear can be expensive. There are many means of getting what you need without spending a lot of money. You can get great non-cotton clothing in the athletic sections of Target or Walmart or at Goodwill or other second-hand stores.

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