When I look around on this section of BPL I see very few true GEAR LISTS. Mike Clelland has laid out some basics for your introductory paragraph (forgive me, I'm a retired English teacher.) Try to follow his advice (which should be a STICKY for this page) THEN: list gear in main groups- This is a GREAT help. ("Thank You" to those who import their gear lists with weights!) 1. BIG THREE -> Tent, hammock, tarp (W/ bags, stakes, guy lines, etc.) -> Pack -> Sleep SYSTEM (bag, mattress and bivy sack, if appropriate) 2. KITCHEN -> Stove & fuel type (i.e Caldera Cone Tri-Ti with alcohol stove) -> Pot(s) (& skillet if taken) -> Utensil(s), stove legs, baking gear, coffee presses (!), etc. -> Fire starter (Bic lighter(s), Firesteel, Vaselined cotton balls, etc. 3. CLOTHING -> Sleep only clothing -> T shirts & briefs (or not ;o) -> Shirts, fleece mid layer -> Pants, shorts -> Socks -> outer layer including rain gear (yes, umbrellas too) -> caps, hats, gloves, balaclavas, scarves, etc. 4. ESSENTIALS -> Water treatment(s) -> Toilet kit -> Potty kit -> Compass, GPS, maps, SPOT emergency PLB type device -> Headlamp, flashlight -> Camera -> Dog gear, if appropriate -> Kid gear, " " 5. NON-ESSENTIAL "ESSENTIALS" -> Teddy bear (It gets DARK at night ;o) -> pillow -> book, iPod, etc. All this seeming "anality" is such a help to those of us who are looking for specifics in certain gear groups and great to help beginners who want to know how to organize their own list. Including brand names and model names of gear really helps too. Ex. Don't just say "Steripen", list "Steripen Adventurer"
