Fri/Sat - Sept 19/20 - Campout - We are still planning to hike Mt. Massive. However, if any of you saw the mountains on Saturday, they looked pretty snowy. If they still look pretty snowy on Friday, we will probably change plans and camp somewhere else.
There are a few things that each young man will absolutely need to have on this campout:
1. Back pack to carry all their gear - we will be backpacking in about 3 miles with all our gear and camping. If your young man needs a back pack, or anything else on this list, please let me know as we have some available to use from other ward members.
2. Sleeping bag rated to 20 degrees. It will most likely drop below freezing where we camp. If you have a warmer sleeping bag - bring it.
3. Sleeping pad. A sleeping bag only works to the degree rating if it is used in connection with a pad. No pad = a lot less warmth.
4. Warm Clothes - again it will most likely drop below freezing. We will stay pretty warm while hiking up hill and working, but when we settle down to eat, it will be cold. Be prepared for 20 degree or lower temperatures. The current forecast has highs in the 60's and lows in the 30's, but please BE PREPARED for colder.
5. Water/water bottles - please bring enough water bottles to hold 64oz. of water
6. Extra room in pack to pack food, and space to strap on or pack pieces of the tent.
This list is not comprehensive. If you have any questions about what your young man needs to bring, please give me a call.
This campout is going to be awesome in many ways and we look forward to it! It will also be a challenge, so come with your "game face" on!
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