MEC packing lists
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Backpacking checklist
Spoon? Headlamp? Don't forget key items when packing for an overnight hike.
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Camping checklist
All the camp essentials plus a few extras to make your campsite extra sweet.
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Day hiking checklist
What to bring for a day out on the trail, including the 10 essentials.
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Ski touring checklist
The best end to a ski day? A hot beverage and your hut booties (don't forget your hut booties).
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Snowshoeing checklist
Use this helpful checklist to plan your snowshoeing trip, even if it’s a short one.
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Travel checklist
Spend less time packing and more time adventuring.
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Winter camping gear checklist
A handy list of what you need to camp in the snow.
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West Coast Trail checklist
Pack these items for hiking the West Coast Trail in BC.
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Camino trail packing list
Planning to walk the Camino? Use this checklist to cover the essentials.
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Rock climbing checklist
A gear list to help you plan a climbing day trip.
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Bikepacking checklist
Resist the urge to overpack, but don’t skimp on essentials.
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Canoe or kayak touring checklist
Caught up the creek without a paddle? Not if you use this list.
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On-water safety: mandatory gear
The Canadian Coast Guard requires that paddlers carry certain items, including an approved PFD.
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Juan de Fuca Trail checklist
What to bring for a multi-day hike on the Juan de Fuca trail in BC.
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Appalachian Trail checklist
Have big hiking goals? Start with this Appalachian Trail packing checklist.
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Cape Chignecto Coastal Trail checklist
Your must-have packing list for the Cape Chignecto trail in Nova Scotia.
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Mountain biking gear checklist
Pack along these trail essentials for your ride.
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Algonquin Park canoe trip checklist
Pack wisely when portages are involved.
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Bowron Lakes Canoe Circuit checklist
Get ready to canoe through BC wilderness with this gear packing list.
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Emergency kit checklist
Learn what to pack in your emergency preparedness kit.
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