BACKCOUNTRY SKIING EQUIPMENT LIST
NECCESSITIES
Beacon
Probe
Shovel
Skis with skins or snowshoes
Synthetic or wool long underwear top
Synthetic or wool long underwear bottom
Polar fleece or Prima-loft sweater or jacket
Down or synthetic parka
Lightweight Gore-tex or similar waterproof and breathable wind shell top with hood
Gore-Tex or Schoeller pants
Two pairs of winter gloves or mittens
Synthetic or wool hat
Balaclava
Ski or snowboard boots
Synthetic or wool socks
Goggles
Sunglasses
Headlamp or flashlight
1 to 2 liters of water in sturdy leak-proof bottles (Nalgene)
Lunch: high energy food with lots of calories
OPTIONAL BUT RECOMMENDED ITEMS
Thermos with a hot drink
Camera
Heat packs
If you have any questions please contact MMA.
PO Box 6739 · Bozeman, MT 59771 · (406) 522-0659
www.montanamountaineering.org
