What to Bring

Day-pack: big enough to carry, lunch, water, rain-gear, ...
One warm sweater or fleece jacket
One good quality, waterproof rain jacket and rain pants
Two t-shirts (preferably not cotton)
Bathing suit
One pair of camp pants (nylon or quick dry)
One pair shorts
One set long underwear (capilene, polypropylene, merino)
Fleece gloves or mittens and warm hat/toque – it can get cold in evenings
Sleepwear that will remain dry
Sturdy, well-worn hiking boots (with stiff sole and good ankle support)
A pair of light runners or sandals for camp.
One pair of socks for each day (you’ll feet will appreciate it)
A sun hat
Sunscreen and sunglasses
Personal hygiene products such as deodorant, toothpaste, toothbrush, biodegradable soap, and a hairbrush.
Your personal medication. Labelled clearly, in waterproof containers. Twice as much as you need, in two separate containers.
Travel towel
Field guides on local flora and fauna (optional)
Binoculars (optional)
Flashlight or headlamp
Water bottle (reusable)
Bug jacket (optional)
Insect repellent
Personal journal/reading material (optional)
Hiking stick (optional).
Your camera! Don’t forget a waterproof case, extra memory card and batteries!
For the Algoma Wilderness route, a small, stuffable sleeping bag that will fit in your day pack. You will need to carry it in at least one day.