 | Pack -- | -- | Day Pack Minimal. Select A Pack Large Enough To Carry Required Support Gear For The Planned Endeavor. |
 | First Aid Response Kit -- | -- | In Watertight, Lightweight Highest-Puncture-Resistant Containment |
 | Signaling Mirror -- | -- | Ultralight, Compact, Extreme Reflective Surface And Over-All Durability, High-Break-Resistant, Highly Reflective Surface. |
 | Synthetic Waterproof Notebook / Paper | -- | |
 | Fisher Space Pen -- | -- | Absolute Highest Reliable Writing Most Anywhere. |
 | Body Warming Packs -- | -- | Heat Packs, Each, Designed Specifically For Feet, Hands; Gloves, Pockets, Shoes. |
 | Map(s) -- | -- | Most Current Area And Trail-Specific Maps |
 | Compass -- | -- | (Navigation Grade; Not Consumer Novelty Class) |
 | Drinking Water -- | -- | 16oz/hr Min. Needed. Hands-Free Insulated Personal Hydration System |
 | Food -- | -- | 300-600 Cal/Hr Burning Guideline |
 | Headlamp -- | -- | Extra Backup Batteries, Store In Body-Heated Pocket. |
 | Adjustable Poles With Snow Baskets | -- | |
 | SwissArmy Pocketknife -- | -- | Lightweight Pocket Tool Set; With Screw Driver Blades For Maintenance/Repair |
 | Waterproof Matches | -- | Stormproof Lighter Optional; Personal Survival Readiness |
 | UV-Block Sunscreen -- | -- | Must Be Certified UV Blocker |
 | Body Liners | -- | First Layer Against Body; The Skin Layer; Socks, Pant, Shirt, Gloves |
 | Winter Hiking Socks | -- | Specifically Engineered For Optimal Comfort And Energy-Preserving Extending Personal Endurance |
 | Layered Clothing | -- | Adjustable Body-Heat Regulation |
 | Jacket | -- | Breathable Outside Shell; Best> Liner/Shell Combination System |
 | Boots | -- | Breathable Technology Best; Suitable For Planned Activity |
 | Binoculars | -- | Must Be Rated For Old Temperature Service |
 | Personal GPS --> | -- | (A Tool For Logging/Tracking Your Traveled Movement; Mark Locations; Point To Marked Locations) Later View On 'Google Earth' And Other Digital Maps; SUUNTO X10 Hands Free Personal Navigation System) DO NOT USE AS PRIMARY NAVIGATION DEVICE! |
 | Personal Satellite Recue Beacon -- | -- | Highly Recommended For Venturing Into Any Remote Area, Anywhere On Earth - Period |
 | Snowshoes --> | -- | Best Model Effective For Purpose, Terrain And Snow Conditions |
 | Snowshoe Case --> | -- | Protective Shell, Must Protect Other Equipment From Damage And Snagging, And Protect Snowshoe Crampon Points From Damage And Dulling |
 | Camera --> | -- | Extra Memory Chips Or Film, Watertight Impact-Resistant Case For Chips Or Film |