Backpack - solid connection to carry your skis or board. Comfortable suspension, organizer pockets and rugged construction.

H2O bladder or lexan water bottle w/ insulated sleeve and feeder tube - hydrate or die.

Avalanche tranceiver - digital or analog.  Practice, practice, practice.

Snowshovel - collapsible shovel with telescoping handle. Some will even store your avy probe in the handle.

Snow saw and/or rutschblock cord.

Avalanche snow probe or ski poles that convert in to avy probe - 240cm or 320cm is preferred.

Climbing skins - cut and trimmed to your skis or split board.

Snowshoes - some of the new shoes climb steep terrain better then climbing skins or boot packing your way up.

Snow study kit - for scientific study of the current avalanche conditions.

Medical kit - make or buy one but it should have all the basics for 2-4 people or larger depending on group size.

Repair kit - extra buckles, snaps, sew kit, and splints to fix your pack and clothes. Throw in some extra binding parts and screws too.

Multi tool - pliers, screwdrivers, knives, wire cutters, file and whatever else you might need to fix anything.

Duct tape - when all else fails, duct it.

Eemergency sleeping bag - made of weatherproof mylar that reflects 90% of your body heat back for unplanned overnights.

Head lamp - to light your way when on dawn patrol or find your car once you bumbled your route back.

Lighter or waterproof matches - you can figure this one out we bet.

Emegency whistle - the louder the better.

Topo map or guide book of the area you are in - talk to locals to find out which maps or books they recommend.

Compass - make sure it works with your maps.

Handheld GPS - a great tool when used with downloadable maps.

2-way radio when with groups - fast communication saves lives in emergency situatuations.

Sunglasses - full wrap glasses or glacier glasses work best 'cause going snow blind bites.

Goggles - use the right lenses for the conditions

Sunscreen

Layered clothes - suitable for any weather condition that could be found in your area. No cotton!!!

Energy bars and food - bring extras to make a friend while out there or just in case.

Let us help you get the gear you need to be safe in the backcountry.  Stop by or give us a call at 530-541-9294.