Dec. 16, 2008
Posted by Tom S. Hammack
Below you will find the Gear List for your backpacking challenge with Longwalk
Oklahoma. This is a comprehensive list of required gear for your trip. If
there is something you do not see on the list, then an assumption should be
made that it is not required for your trip. Please review the list and
if there are any items you feel are critical to your survival, the please
feel free to request an exception. But remember, you need to take only the
items required for survival in the wild.
Download the Gear List from our Forms page here...
GENERAL INFORMATION FOR CLOTHING
Remember, this is an environment where you don’t want to take out ANY CLOTHING that you expect to come
back undamaged. This is where functionality, not fashion, rules. Be inventive, old pajama pants, the
sweat suit that you never again wanted, and the ugliest stuff in your closet - this is what to bring.
PANTS
For warm weather, shorts work. When the sun goes down, the temperature falls in the areas we camp, something
warm to put on at night is a good idea. For cold weather, we suggest 3 layers. It is recommended to wear long
underwear, sweat pants, and wind pant. Strongly recommend is a belt (sagging and backpacks could produce a
painful fall on the trail). A pair of shorts or bathing suit are required in the event of a water crossing.
TOPS/SHIRTS
For warm weather, take 1 short sleeve and 1 long sleeve shirt. You should also bring something warm depending on
how cold it might become. For cold weather, we suggest 3 layers - it is recommended to wear long underwear, hooded
sweatshirt, and a coat.
SHOES
Something that can bear up to mud, boots or tennis/basketball shoes work best. In the event of
a water crossing, or for around camp in the evenings, tennis shoes or sport sandals are required.
SOCKS
Recommended 3 - 4 pairs. If you choose to wear 2 pair at a time - make sure your footwear still fits.
UNDERWEAR
Highly recommended! Type and numbers at your discretion.
TOILETRIES
Toothbrush (we supply toothpaste), preapproved medications, deodorant/antiperspirant, etc.
LIP BALM
Is highly recommended, such as Chapstick or Blistex.
OTHER
Any other items (Camera, Books, Medications, Specialty foods, etc.) must be pre-approved by a LongWalk
Oklahoma Representative.
WHAT WE PROVIDE
We provide all necessary items for survival, including food, flashlights, raingear (ponchos), stocking
caps, and gloves. You can bring your own gloves if so desired.
IF IT’S NOT ON THIS LIST, DON’T BRING IT. THIS INCLUDES ALL ELECTRONICS (INCLUDING CELL PHONES), FLASHLIGHTS
(WE PROVIDE THEM), AND FOOD.
ANY ILLEGAL SUBSTANCE (INCLUDING ALCOHOL) OR ITEMS THAT COULD BE USED AS A WEAPON (INCLUDING ANY KNIFE) WILL
RESULT IN THE ACTIVITY BEING REPORTED TO LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT AUTHORITIES.
