We’ve provided packing recommendations below; however, equivalent items work just fine. We also offer many items for sale via our online store. These items are marked with an “x” in the appropriate column.
Keep in mind that June and July are still pretty chilly in California – especially on Mt. Shasta! Warm layers are very important, as evening temperatures can dip down in the low 40’s.
Synthetic, non-cotton, medium-weight long sleeve top, 1 hooded sunshirt
Minimum of 2 synthetic, non-cotton t-shirts, other shirts may be cotton
Synthetic, non-cotton. This can be a fleece pullover, sweater, or a full-zip jacket
Heavy-pile fleece pullover or full zip jacket is good
Must be 100 % waterproof - not water resistant (do not pack a Frogg Togg)
Poly-fill or medium weight down insulating jacket - mandatory for Shasta climb
For girls
Required Clothing Items
Synthetic, non-cotton medium weight long underwear bottoms, one pair can be leggings for girls
100% Waterproof pants large enough to fit over regular pants
Synthetic, non-cotton fleece pants or heavyweight long underwear bottoms
One pair synthetic, non-cotton hiking pants
Two pair nylon, quick dry shorts
Boys: your quick-dry shorts can double as your bathing suit
Synthetic, non-cotton are best (but a couple cotton pairs are okay)
Required Clothing Items
One pair of medium-weight wool or fleece gloves (Necessary for Mt. Shasta!)
Waterproof cover for gloves - very important!
Wool or fleece, non-cotton beanie
Additional Required Items
Heavy or medium weight boots - break them in before arrival!
These can be open-toed, but do need to have a back strap - no flip flops!
One pair of old tennis shoes
5 non-cotton midweight hiking socks, other pair of lightweight socks for rock climbing
High / mid-calf length - must have strap to fit under hiking boots; no zippered gaiters, Velcro only!
Required Shoes
100 – 155 liters
Internal frame; 65 - 80 liters
Covers your backpack – 2 heavy duty trash bags work well!
20 – 30 liter daypack /school backpack is fine
For carrying all of your gear
Please bring any personal medications and travel medications as advised by your Physician.
The best way to send medication is with PillPacks by Amazon or a Pill Box.
Leaders will collect all medications, except inhalers and epi-pens. Other medications should be in a pillbox or PillPack.
Contains: toothbrush, toothpaste, travel shampoo & soap, deodorant
Contains: Insect repellent, waterproof sunscreen, Band-aids, Moleskin, Chapstick w/ sun prevention, Wet Ones wipes, Dramamine (if prone to motion sickness), personal hand sanitizer.
If your child wears glasses and/or contacts, please bring at least one spare pair of glasses/ lenses. Contact lens wearers should bring a pair of glasses as backup in addition to contacts.
Required Hygiene Items. *Please keep in mind that you will be carrying all toiletries with you on the plane, so make sure they are travel-sized!
Synthetic Sleeping Bag Rated 15°- 25° Fahrenheit With a Compression Stuff Sack
Insulating Ground Pad
Your duffel bag needs to be able to fit all of your belongings. Your sleeping bag & ground pad will take up a lot of the room in your duffel, so we encourage you to pack light around those bulky items.
Absorbent & quick to dry, large or extra-large is ideal
Approximately 6' x 9'
Either mesh or other breathable fabric
For additional sun and wind protection. Buffs are tube-like and can be worn up to 12 different ways providing versatile sun protection. Can even be worn as a headband! (Bring one bandana + 1 buff)
Small, pea less plastic will do
Personal wallet with $200 spending money and valid identification
For journaling
Additional required gear
Sturdy plastic or metal; thermal plastic mug is best
Light My Fire Spork
Full Coverage, With 100% UV protection
With fresh batteries + 2 sets of spare batteries
Additional Required Items
For journaling
With charger, extra battery, and 32-64 GB memory card
With charger, extra battery, and 32-64 GB memory card (Used GoPros available for sale on Moondance Gear Store)
Portable charger / power bank to charge camera and GoPro
Backpacker's Pillow
One non-plastic carabiner
(2) reusable, breathable masks that completely cover nose and mouth and fit snuggly; Moondance will not provide masks. To be used where it is required by trip location or outfitter.
Paperback books are less bulky
*Since we don’t allow cell phones during the course of our trips, you may not use your phones as a camera. Leaders will take photos that will be shared at the end of the summer.
In the event that your luggage is delayed or lost in transit, we want you to be prepared. Therefore, wear tennis or hiking shoes on the plane. Plus, pack the following items from this packing list in your daypack / school backpack carry-on:
These items are already included in the packing list – they are not additional items!
4-person, single gender tents at frontcountry and backcountry campsites.
Please bring all personal eating utensils listed on the packing list. Moondance will provide all group cooking gear.
If you have any special dietary restrictions / considerations, please contact the Moondance office for further information.
Moondance adheres the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommendations. They state that routine vaccines are those recommended for everyone in the United States, depending on age and vaccine history. Please consult with a physician for specific recommendations based on your health history.
Routine vaccinations related to travel may include the following:
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We are full for girls, but we have select spots for a boy.
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