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Extended Tripping Packing Lists

Voyageur Honors Canoe Trip

The following items are required of campers participating in the Voyageur canoe trip. This trip is optional for campers who have completed tenth grade or who are in the 15/16 year-old age range. Please consult the summer schedule to see when this trip runs if interested in participating. The gear listed below will help make the trip even more enjoyable and positive for your daughter.

What To Bring

  • 1 Fleece Top
  • 1 Nylon Jacket (for paddling)
  • 1 pair Rain Pants
  • 1 pair Quick-Dry Long Pants (nylon sports pants, hiking pants, etc.)
  • 1 pair Long Underwear (Hot Chilis, Under Armour, etc.)
  • 3 T-Shirts - one long sleeve, one short (polypropylene, preferably)
  • 1 cotton T-Shirt for around campsite
  • 1 pair Nylon Athletic Shorts
  • 1 pair of sandals which you can strap to your feet (Chacos, Tevas, etc.)
  • 1 pair of Hiking Boots - for ankle support while portaging & in campsite
  • 1 Swimsuit
  • 1 pair cotton Socks for around campsite
  • 2 pair Wool or Smartwool socks
  • 1 pair of Pajamas or sleeping atire
  • 1 Baseball Cap or Visor
  • 1 Stocking Cap
  • 1 pair Gloves or Mittens
  • Undergarments (underwear, sports bras, etc.) as necessary for 7 days

  • Toothbrush & Toothpaste
  • 1 small Towel or "Pack Towel"
  • Flashlight or Headlamp
  • Camera*
  • Bug Spray - Black Fly Formula is best
  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses
  • 2 Nalgene-brand Water Bottles (1 Quart Size)
  • 1 small Sleeping Bag
  • 1 Crazy Creek Chair or Sleeping Pad - not both, space is limited*

  • *denotes optional item

    Camp Nicolet will provide remainder of gear, including life vests, paddles, river packs, cooking and eating utensils, and more. Consult Jeremy Starz, Tripping Director if you have further questions.

    Other Trips

    Trip
    Grade Offered
    Age Range
    Sylvania Wilderness
    Canoeing
    *
    completed 6th 11 & 12
    Porcupine Mountains
    Backpacking
    *
    completed 7th 12 & 13
    Super Porkies
    Extended Backpacking
    completed 8th 13 & 14
    Apostle Islands
    Sea Kayaking
    completed 8th 13 & 14
    Isle Royale
    Honors Backpacking
    completed 9th 14 & 15
    Voyageur Honors Canoe Trip
    (Boundary Waters)
    completed 10th 15 & 16
     
    *required trip for age group

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