Use this checklist to ensure that you will not forget any important items and as a guide to a lightweight, prepared pack for those taking Solo Courses.

Personal Basics
 daypack
 sleeping pad (closed cell foam or thermarest®) (in ready pack for solo night)
 pocket knife
 whistle (better than yelling)
 waterbottle
 flashlight or head lamp
 hiking boots
 warm jacket
 rain gear

Toiletries
toilet paper (in ziploc bag for emergencies when hiking or on Solo night)
personal sanitary supplies
toothpaste and toothbrush

Medical
 sun glasses
 lip balm & skin cream
 sun screen/paba gel
 insect repellent

Personal First Aid Kit/Blister Kit Containing (Mainly for Hiking Guests):
pain killer (aspirin/tylenol/ibuprofen)
moleskin/kurotek/second skin/duct tape (for blisters)
personal medication
spare glasses*
antiseptic (alcohol swabs)
band aids

Clothing
Main layer ...
top (t shirt/shirt)
bottoms (knickers/sweatpants/trousers (no cotton))
inner socks (light wool or synthetic)
outer socks (long or short wool or synthetic)

Insulating layers ..(for warmth)
extra top(s) (shirt/sweater/piletop/vest/jacket)
long underwear (lifa polypropyline, wool, capilene etc.)
extra bottom(s) (pile pants, insulated pants etc.)
shell layers ...(for wind & rain)
anorak/wind breaker/rain jacket
sun/rain hat/ball cap/bandana
toque/warm hat

Extras ...
extra socks
mitts/gloves
 
Miscellaneous
camera & lots of film or memory cards
binoculars
swimsuit and sandals

Those planning on riding should bring riding boots with a heel and leather gloves. Helmets are required for those under 18 and optional for those over 18 when horseback riding. Those planning on fishing should bring their fishing gear, waders, and wading boots. See www.anchorbranch.com for a complete list of fishing gear.

There is a small store at the ranch which sells basic items such as soap, shampoo, toothpaste and the like, as well as a small selection of western tack, angling supplies and gift items.