WHAT TO BRING AND WHAT TO WEAR What to Bring on a Bike Trip 01. Bicycle helmet (required) 02. Bicycle for the type of ride, tuned up and in good working condition and tires inflated 03. A spare tube that fits the tire of your bike 04. Water bottles or hydration pack filled with water 05. Snacks/lunch 06. Front and rear bicycle lights (strongly encouraged) 07. A good bike lock (if you have one) may be suggested on some rides 08. Photo ID, and health insurance card 09. Park entrance fee or your Park Pass where applicable 10. Backpack or bike pack to carry your things in 11. Appropriate clothing - layers and synthetic materials are best What to Bring on a Hike Trip 01. Park Entrance Fee or your Park Pass where applicable 02. Trekking poles (recommended but optional) 03. A canteen or water bottle(s) filled with at least two quarts of water; bring more water if you think you may want it 04. Lunch and snacks (e.g., trail mix) 05. Lightweight rain gear (e.g., poncho, gaiters) 06. Boots or shoes suited to the terrain 07. Sunscreen 08. Insect repellent 09. An extra pair of hiking socks 10. Warm hat and gloves/mittens in cold weather 11. Photo ID, and health insurance card 12. Cell phone or camera (optional) 13. Flashlight and whistle and binoculars (all optional) 14. Backpack to carry your things in 15. Appropriate extra clothing (layers of synthetic or wool materials are best) What to Wear Please check the weather before leaving and dress accordingly. Wear layers so that you can shed clothes as you warm up and add clothes as you cool down. We do not recommend cotton next to your skin, but instead wear polyester, nylon or wicking materials that move sweat off your skin and dry fast. On a BIKE trip, wear shoes that work for you and your bike. On a HIKE trip, we recommend that you wear sturdy walking shoes or hiking boots. WWO Commemorative Gear If you need a new baseball style cap, wicking hiking shirt, or "Buff" style bandana, WWO has commemorative gear. Let your trip leader know if you would like to purchase anything. WWO sells -o- cap for $15 -o- shirt for $25 -o- "Buff" bandana for $15 BACKPACKING TRIPS, SPECIAL EVENTS, WATER SPORTS Detailed information about Backpacking Trips, most Special Events and Water Sports is emailed about a week before the trip. WWO has a limited amount of equipment (backpack, sleeping bag & pad, solo backpacking tent, water filter, backpack stove and pot, trekking poles) to lend as a member benefit. Let the Trip Leader know if you need to borrow any equipment. Don’t let a lack of equipment prevent you from joining a backpacking trip! |