Clothing. The particular quantity and combination of items you bring is up to you. However, be sure to bring enough warm clothes. Thermal underwear is highly recommended. Dress in layers for maximum flexibility; you should be able to wear everything you bring at the same time! Bring an extra layer you do not really think you will need.

  Underwear. Your regular underwear is fine.

  Long Underwear. Polypropylene — not cotton.

  Wool Socks. The warmth, cushion, and absorbency of thick wool socks are important. There is nothing worse than wet feet. Bring several pair — enough to change your socks each day.

  Pants. A synthetic pair like Polartec™ or Synchilla™. They don't absorb much water, are warm when wet, and dry quickly. Bring one pair other than what you are wearing to be used as a reserve.

  Shirts. Warm long-sleeved wool or synthetic. Cotton soaks up water and becomes cold and uncomfortable. One or two depending on length of trip.

  Other Shirts. Short-sleeved or T-shirts. Two or three for longer trips.

  Comfortable Shoes. For use around camp. Please note that most of the time (including hikes) you will be wearing your rubber boots.

  Sweater or Fleece Jacket. This is your insulation layer. If you tend to be cold, you should bring two or more insulation layers.

  Rain Gear. We provide thin, coated-nylon rain gear — bibs and jacket with hood.  If you have good raingear, you are welcome to bring it.

  Warm Hat. Should be wool or synthetic and cover ears (not a baseball hat).

  Gloves. Lightweight neoprene diver's gloves work well for paddling.

  Shorts. For sunny days!

Equipment. The equipment you bring always fills the space available for it! Bring along whatever you like. If it doesn't fit in your daypack and dry bag, you can leave it in Gustavus.

  Day Pack. A day pack is great for keeping things close by in your kayak, and on short walks or hikes. To keep things inside dry, consider lining it with a trash bag.

  Sunglasses. One pair — polarized sunglasses allow you to see into the water.

  Binoculars. For respectful, non-intrusive wildlife viewing. We do not approach wildlife.

  Medications. Please bring an extra supply of any medications you depend on, so that you are sure to have a protected supply in our waterproof first aid kit.

  Toiletry Items. Toothbrush, comb or small brush, personal items, disposable razors, etc. It is best not to bring sweet smelling perfumes, sprays, and lotions — they might attract bears!

  Miscellaneous. A cap with sun visor, pocket knife, camera, and lots of film or digital cards, extra batteries, flashlight or headlamp, bandanna, small towel or washcloth, fishing gear, reading and writing materials, and several zip-lock bags to keep items dry.