DESTINATIONS:

Gear List for trips to Kamchatka (standard programs)

• CASUAL CITY CLOTHES 
  a few lightweight, easily washable items for city wear.
• SHIRT
  1 long-sleeve, 1 short-sleeve.
• TROUSERS
  wool blend or pile pants (side-leg zippers are helpful); 
  lightweight, full-length pants;
  polypropylene, nylon or wool blends;
  light gaiters (excellent against scree on volcano ascents).
• UNDERWEAR
  thermal top and bottom Regular, everyday type.
• OVERWEAR
  pile jacket or heavy sweater;
  down vest;
  thick "Patagonia" jacket.
• HEADWEAR
  bandanna;
  wool or pile hat;
  light sun hat with wide brim;
  mosquito's net.
• FOUL-WEATHER GEAR
  Gore-Tex parka for rain and wind (must fit over bulky clothing);
  Gore-Tex windpants with side zips are best to get over your boots. 
• HANDWEAR
  thick gloves (wool, pile or polypropylene);
  thin liner gloves.
• SOCKS (bring 3 pairs) 
  heavy-duty (wool or pile);
  athletic-type (cotton or synthetic);
  polypropylene liners.
• SLEEPING GEAR
  summer or 3 season sleeping bag (rated between +15°F and +50°F);
  sleeping pad, for in Kamchatka we spend a few overnights in tents. 
• FOOTWEAR
  light hiking boots with traction soles;
  special footwear for rafting, otherwise Russian rubber boots are provided;
  runners leather boots for "Bear and volcanoes" program only.
• EATING UTENSILS
  pocket knife;
  plastic bowl cup and spoon;
  two 1-quart plastic water-bottles.
• CLIMBING GEAR
  daypack for summit climb;
  2000- 2600 cu" with ice axe loop. 
  Ski poles or telescoping poles are a good idea to have, but are not mandatory.
• ACCESSORIES
  UVP sunglasses with side protectors;
  mosquito net;
  good repellent spray;
  first-aid kit;
  personal kit (soap, toothbrush, toilet articles);
  toilet paper;
  repair kit (needle, thread, nylon cord repair, repair tape, safety pins);
  headlamp with spare batteries;
  sunblock and lipstick (SPF 30+)
  small combination lock for duffels stuff bags (assorted sizes and colors);
  plastic zip lock bags (various sizes);
  towel;
  swimsuit;
  any prescription medications;
  watch/travel alarm.
• OPTIONAL SUPPLEMENTAL FOOD
  dried soups, instant cereals, fig newtons, candy bars, power bars, dried grapes, dried fruit, peanut butter, hard candy, gumdrops, chewing gum, instant coffee, tea or cocoa, powdered drink mix (i.e.: gatorade).
• OPTIONAL
  camera, lenses and film;
  reading/writing material;
  pictures of home, family, friends;
  rubber sink stopper for hotel sinks;
  adapter for any electrical appliances.