Summer Camping in the Eastern US
Source: http://www.princeton.edu/~oa/ft/equipment.pdf

_______ 1 sleeping bag with stuff sack: Any summer weight synthetic fill bag (Polarguard, Polarguard 3D, Hollofil, Quallofil) will do. The bag should have a nylon shell both inside and outside. Down bags are acceptable but extra care must be taken to keep them dry. Line your stuff sack with a sturdy plastic bag to give yourself added protection from rain and/or rivers. Do not bring cotton fill bags or bags with cotton outer shells. They cannot be dried if they get wet.

_______ 1 external or internal frame backpack with shoulder straps and padded hip belt. You should also have sleeping bag straps, bungee cord, or rope to hold your sleeping bag onto the pack. External frame packs should have 3,300 - 4,300 cubic inches of volume and internal frame packs 4,000 - 5,000 cubic inches. (See Backpacks on Hiking Page) Make sure that the pack fits well and that all straps and zippers are in working order.

The items below are the ones that you will be expected to provide.

Feet:

_______ 1 pair of lightweight hiking boots: Boots should extend above the ankle and be either leather/fabric or all-leather with lug soles for traction. It is best if the boots can be waterproof, either by treating the leather with a waterproofing compound before the trip or if the boots have a Gore-tex (waterproof/breathable) liner. Boots should fit comfortably with two pairs of socks, a light synthetic liner sock and a heavy wool sock. Above all, make sure that your boots are well broken in before you arrive. Otherwise your feet will pay the price. We cannot emphasize this enough. Non-broken-in boots invariably cause chafing and blisters. Leather/nylon boots that extend over the ankle should be sufficient for the Frosh Trip and are lightweight enough to wear around campus. All-leather boots are more waterproof and last longer than leather/nylon boots, though are generally heavier. If you plan to do more hiking it may be worthwhile to invest in all-leather mid-weight boots. See the information on boots from The Backpacker's Field Manual below.

_______ 1 pair of running shoes or sneakers: For around campsite wear and/or water activities.

_______ 2-3 pairs of light synthetic/polypropylene liner socks: Wearing liner socks underneath wool socks helps to prevent chafing since the friction is between the two pairs of socks, not between the boots and your feet.

_______ 2-3 pairs of medium weight wool hiking socks: Wool socks keep your feet warm even when wet and give good cushioning. The higher the wool content of the socks the better (we recommend 85% wool, 15% nylon). Do not bring cotton socks.

Lower Body:

_______ Underwear as needed.

_______ 1 pair long pants, loose fitting, light-colored cotton or cotton/synthetic blend (No blue jeans or cotton sweat pants - they take too long to dry.)

_______ 1-2 pairs of loose fitting shorts

_______ 1 lightweight polypropylene long underwear bottoms (Optional but highly recommended)

_______ 1 bathing suit

______ 1 pair coated nylon rain pants or rain chaps (Optional)

Upper Body:

_______ 2 T-shirts

_______ 1 lightweight polypropylene long underwear top (Highly recommended)

_______ 1 long sleeve cotton shirt

_______ 1 wool shirt, wool sweater, or synthetic fleece jacket

_______ 1 rain jacket or poncho: Try to avoid the rubberized canvas jackets if you can. They are heavy and usually result in your getting hot and sweaty. (Coated nylon is recommended.)

Head:

_______ 1 brimmed cap: For sun and rain protection

_______ 1 wool or synthetic fleece hat for warmth at night (Highly recommended)

Miscellaneous: The following items should be available at home or can be purchased with a minimum of expense.

_______ 2 1-quart water bottles or canteens (Must have!)

_______ 1 unbreakable cup with handle

_______ 1 unbreakable bowl

_______ 1 spoon

_______ 2 bandannas

_______ 1 small flashlight or headlamp with fresh, alkaline batteries (alkaline batteries last longer)

_______ 1 small towel (optional)

_______ 1 toilet kit: Just the essentials - toothbrush and toothpaste, comb, sunscreen, Chapstick, insect repellent (no aerosols please). Repellents with high concentrations of DEET may be hazardous (do not use products with more than 35% DEET) or use a non-DEET repellant. (Don''t bring shampoo, soap, shaving cream, deodorant, etc. OA will provide biodegradable soap.)

_______ 1 pocket knife

_______ 3 heavy plastic garbage bags - one for sleeping bag, one for inside backpack, one as a rain cover

_______ 1 pair of sunglasses or clip-ons

_______ 2 pairs glasses or contact lenses (if needed): If you wear contact lenses and will have difficulty cleaning them in the field it is suggested that you bring glasses instead. Please bring an eyeglass safety strap for your glasses.

_______ Any medications you will need to take during the trip (allergy medications etc.). If you are allergic to bee or wasp stings and require medication, please bring any needed medication and inform OA Staff and your leaders of your allergy when you arrive at Check-in. (see travel/Trip-list)

_______ 1 closed cell foam sleeping pad (3/8 in. Ensolite foam) or inflatable mattress (Thermarest). Pads provide insulation from the ground and padding for more comfortable sleeping. (Highly recommended for warmth while sleeping)

_______ 1 small notebook and pencil (Optional)

_______ 1 camera and film (Optional)

Trip list for Sierra Club Tibet Trip

Sleeping Bag.
Duffle Bag.  One that zips along its length, not one that top-loads.
Day Pack. (Book Bag.)
Two quart water bottles and/or Hydration bladder.
Two Lightweight Short-sleeved Polypro. Shirts.(T-shirts OK)
Two  Long sleeved synthetic or Wool Shirts.
One Wool or Fleece Sweater.
One GOOD Rain Jacket. (Goretex is good but not necessarily the best. Brand 
names: REI or MARMOT)
Rain Pants.
Leggings or Gaiters
One Wool Cap.
One Hat with Brim.
Several Changes of Underwear.
Thermal Long johns.
Two or Three Pairs of Wool Hiking Socks.
Two or Three Pairs of Thin Liner Socks.  (Cotton OK).
One Pair of Hiking Shorts
One Pair of Long Pants.
One Pair of Mittens with Nylon Shell
One Pair of Hiking Boots or Shoes.
Two Bandanas.
towel
Sunshades.
Headlamp (or Small Flashlight) with Extra Batteries.
Personal Hygiene Items. (Toothpaste, brush etc., toilet paper)
Personal First Aid Kit. (Band Aids, polysporin, 1" tape, Advil, Tylenon, etc. 
prescriptions medications (see travel/Trip-list)
Gatorade powder packets
Power bars, snacks
Sun Screen Lotion.
bug spray (100% DEET)
Ear plugs
Alcahol swabs
Waterless hand disinfectant (e.g. Purel®)

Passport
Diary, 
camera (batteries), Binoculars
In Town:
Casual Clothes and shoes for going out to dinner.