Gear Checklist: Hot/desert

Clothing Outerwear  waterproof/breathable jacket  fleece jacket or wool sweater  synthetic hiking pants  synthetic shorts Base Layer  midweight long john top  midweight long john bottoms  synthetic briefs  synthetic sports bra  synthetic T-shirt  cotton T-shirt Accessories  wool or fleece hat  synthetic liner gloves Footwear  camp footwear  wool or synthetic socks (3)  liner socks (2) Extras  sun hat  bandanna

Gear  Internal or external frame backpack  screen tent or tarp  down sleeping bag (20° to 50°F)  closed-cell foam sleeping pad  trekking poles  canister stove and fuel canisters  lighter and waterproof matches  cookset  eating utensils, bowl, and insulated mug  headlamp w/extra batteries and bulb  32 oz. water bottles (2)  water treatment (filter, tablets, or drops)  pocket knife or multitool  compass  sunglasses  first-aid kit with personal medications  stuff sacks  assorted zipper-lock bags  insect repellent  sunscreen (SPF 15+)  lip balm (SPF 15+)  toilet paper and trowel