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- Avalanche probe
After the transceiver search, the probe pinpoints a buried person. Everyone carries their own in their backpack.
- Avalanche shovel
A sturdy metal shovel is what gets a buried person out quickly. It goes in your backpack with the transceiver and probe.
- Avalanche transceiver
Everyone in the group wears one, switched to send, under the jacket. Check the batteries and do a group check before every tour; practise the search.
- Climbing skins
Skins stick to the base and stop you sliding back on the ascent. They must be cut to your skis; keep the glue clean and dry.
- Drinking Bottles
Refillable bottles for water on the go. Bring enough for everyone on longer tours.
- Insect Protection
Spray or lotion against mosquitoes and ticks for days outdoors; treated clothing helps on long tours.
- Kayak and Paddle
Your own kayak and paddle, if you are not renting on site. Check transport and launch rules at your destination.
- Life jacket
A life jacket that fits, for boats, canoes and towed rides. It is often provided on site.
- Neoprene shoes
Protect your feet from rocks, reefs and cold water.
- Ski Goggles
Protect your eyes from sun, wind and glare on snow. A lens for flat light helps in fog.
- Thin gloves
Cross-country skiing or skinning uphill, thick ski gloves get too warm. Thin windproof gloves are enough; keep warm ones for breaks and the descent.
- Touring skis and boots
Touring bindings free the heel for the ascent and lock it for the descent; the boots need a walk mode. Many ski resorts rent them.
- Waterproof container
A dry bag or box keeps phone, documents and clothes dry on the water.
- Waterproof phone pouch
Keeps your phone dry on the water and lets you take photos.
- Whistle
A whistle carries further than your voice if you need help.