Snowshoeing Day Hike
Sample Gear List
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We try to provide both links to and weight measurements for the equipment we use. We consider two forms of cost: money and the discomfort of carrying your equipment. We think we make better decisions about what gear to buy and take with us when we know both and can balance those two “cost” tradeoffs against the benefits the equipment provides. So we weigh everything.
Our weight measurements may differ from those listed by the manufacturer due to differences in size (everyone in our family is small) as well as use (shaving off, adding dirt, etc.).
When we could, any links we provide are to the actual version of the equipment we use. If our version of equipment is no longer manufactured, we tried to provide a link to an appropriate next generation of the item, if one exists. If there is no link at all, the item has been discontinued and has no immediately comparable next-generation version.
We present our gear lists in the same categories you find on our website. These are modified versions of the “ten essentials,” placed in a more intuitive wording. But for every trip, our family goes over a ten essentials checklist, making sure we consider gear from each of those ten categories. Plus, when a trip calls for it, we add in our own category eleven and category twelve: technical equipment (such as climbing equipment) and electronic equipment (such as video, two-way radios, etc.). You can read more about the ten essentials, here. But the basic categories are:
Navigation
Sun protection
Insulation
Illumination
First Aid
Fire
Repair
Food
Hydration
Shelter
Gear lists are best used by identifying what type of gear is used, why it is used, and then finding the right brand and model of a piece of equipment that meets your particular needs - not just blindly purchasing the same items. Have questions? Put a comment in, below, or write us an email. We’re happy to help you navigate your gear decisions.
Finally, every gear list needs to be placed in context. You try to bring the right gear for the right set of activities and weather. So, here is the context for this trip:
Season: Winter
Highest Elevation: ~11,400’ feet
Low Temperature: ~0 (Fahrenheit)
High Temperatures: ~25 (Fahrenheit)
Distance: ~4 miles
Elevation Gain: ~1200 feet
Climbing Style: N/A
Duration: 1 day
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Item |
Ounces |
Quantity |
Total Weight |
Carrier |
Link |
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Clothes, Shoes, and Accessories |
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Exofficio Give-N-Go 2.0 Sport Mesh Boxer Brief |
2.55 |
1 |
2.55 |
Jason |
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Injinji Snow Midweight OTC Sock (pair) |
2.85 |
2 |
5.70 |
Jason |
https://www.injinji.com/snow-midweight-otc.html |
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Smartwool Hiking Heavy Crew Sock (pair) |
3.4 |
2 |
6.80 |
Jason |
https://www.smartwool.com/shop/mens-hiking-socks/trekking-heavy-crew-socks-sw0sw131 |
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Patagonia Capilene Midweight Bottoms |
4.7 |
1 |
4.70 |
Jason |
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Patagonia Capilene Air Crew Neck |
5.65 |
1 |
5.65 |
Jason |
https://www.patagonia.com/product/mens-capilene-air-crew-neck-shirt/36515.html |
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Mammut Eisfeld Guide SO Pants |
24.5 |
1 |
24.45 |
Jason |
https://www.mammut.com/us/en/p/1021-00520-5924/eisfeld-guide-so-pants-men/ |
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Outdoor Research Uberlayer |
19.1 |
2 |
38.20 |
Jason |
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Patagonia DAS Parka |
20.3 |
1 |
20.25 |
Jason |
https://www.patagonia.com/product/mens-das-parka/85350.html |
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Eddie Bauer Rainier Storm Shell Pants |
12.9 |
1 |
12.85 |
Jason |
|
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Outdoor Research Foray Rainshell Jacket |
11 |
1 |
11.00 |
Jason |
https://www.outdoorresearch.com/us/mens-foray-gore-tex-jacket-279478#eyJvcl9zaXplIjoiNzIifQ__ |
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Seirus Soundtouch Deluxe Thermax Liner Gloves (pair) |
1.4 |
1 |
1.40 |
Jason |
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Black Diamond Guide Gloves (pair) |
12 |
1 |
12.00 |
Jason |
https://www.blackdiamondequipment.com/en/ski-gloves/guide-BD801516_cfg.html |
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Smartwool Marino 150 Beanie |
0.65 |
1 |
0.65 |
Jason |
https://www.smartwool.com/shop/merino-150-beanie-SW018026 |
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Outdoor Research Seattle Sombrero |
3.15 |
1 |
3.15 |
Jason |
https://www.outdoorresearch.com/us/seattle-sombrero-243505#eyJvcl9zaXplIjoiNzIifQ__ |
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Hanes X-Temp Lightweight Boxer Briefs |
1.9 |
2 |
3.80 |
Boys |
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Smartwool Kids Light Hiking Crew Socks (pair) |
2.25 |
4 |
9.00 |
Boys |
https://www.smartwool.com/shop/kids-hiking-socks/kids-hike-light-crew-socks-sw001210 |
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Smartwool Kids Wintersport Striped Socks (pair) |
2.5 |
4 |
10.00 |
Boys |
https://www.smartwool.com/shop/kids-wintersport-stripe-socks-sw001028 |
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Cat and Jack Boys Thermal Bottom |
3.7 |
2 |
7.40 |
Boys |
https://www.target.com/p/boys-thermal-underwear-set-cat-jack-black/-/A-54547015 |
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Cat and Jack Boys Thermal Crew |
3.25 |
2 |
6.50 |
Boys |
https://www.target.com/p/boys-thermal-underwear-set-cat-jack-black/-/A-54547015 |
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Reima Kuori Softshell Trousers |
5.4 |
2 |
10.80 |
Boys |
https://us.reima.com/collections/toddler-softshell-pants/products/kids-softshell-trousers-kuori |
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All in Motion Boys Tech Fleece Hoodie |
12.3 |
2 |
24.50 |
Boys |
https://www.target.com/p/boys-tech-fleece-hoodie-sweatshirt-all-in-motion/-/A-79644466 |
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Patagonia Hi-Loft Down Sweater Hoodie |
10.1 |
2 |
20.20 |
Boys |
https://www.patagonia.com/product/baby-hi-loft-down-sweater-hoody/60493.html |
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Reima Slana Windproof and Waterproof Trousers |
8 |
2 |
16.00 |
Boys |
https://us.reima.com/collections/toddler-softshell-pants/products/mid-season-pants-slana |
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Columbia Watertight Jacket |
7 |
2 |
14.00 |
Boys |
https://www.columbia.com/p/boys-watertight-jacket-1580641.html |
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Vbiger Kids Touchscreen Gloves (pair) |
1 |
2 |
2.00 |
Boys |
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Igloos Black Ski Gloves (pair) |
2.2 |
3 |
6.60 |
Boys |
https://www.kohls.com/product/prd-2926541/girls-4-16-igloos-ski-gloves.jsp |
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Healthtex Monster Hat |
2.55 |
2 |
5.10 |
Boys |
https://www.amazon.com/Healthtex-Baby-Toddler-Monster-Mitten/dp/B019ZFLOBO |
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Balanced Tech Seamless Hipster Briefs |
1.15 |
2 |
2.30 |
Kristina |
https://www.amazon.com/Balanced-Tech-Classic-Seamless-Bikini/dp/B00RUE4UNC/ref=sr_1_3 |
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Ryka Seamless Racerback Sportsbra |
2.2 |
0 |
0.00 |
Kristina |
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Underarour Meridian Leggings |
7.15 |
1 |
7.15 |
Kristina |
https://www.underarmour.com/en-us/p/bottoms/womens-ua-meridian-leggings/1355916.html |
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Nike Element Dri-FIT 1/2 Zip |
6.6 |
1 |
6.60 |
Kristina |
https://www.nike.com/t/element-womens-half-zip-running-top-HCLp92/AA4631-606 |
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Eddie Bauer Guide Pro Ski Tour Pants |
21.4 |
1 |
21.35 |
Kristina |
https://www.eddiebauer.com/p/38925313/women%27s-guide-pro-ski-tour-pants |
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Northface Shelbe Raschel Softshell Jacket |
13.6 |
1 |
13.60 |
Kristina |
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Scott Ultimate Down Jacket |
19.9 |
1 |
19.85 |
Kristina |
https://www.scott-sports.com/us/en/product/scott-ultimate-down-women-s-jacket?article=2777195303010 |
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Eddie Bauer Rainier Storm Shell Pants |
13.4 |
1 |
13.35 |
Kristina |
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Eddie Bauer BC-200 Shell Jacket |
9.95 |
1 |
9.95 |
Kristina |
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New Balance Lightweight Touchscreen Running Gloves |
0.9 |
1 |
0.90 |
Kristina |
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07F485HPR/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_image |
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Outdoor Research Baker Mitts (pair) |
9.65 |
2 |
19.30 |
Kristina |
https://www.outdoorresearch.com/us/mt-baker-modular-mitts-243253#eyJvcl9zaXplIjoiNzIifQ__ |
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Columbia Cabled Cutie Beanie II |
5.4 |
1 |
5.40 |
Kristina |
https://www.columbia.com/p/cabled-cutie-beanie-ii-1862081.html |
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Altice Venture Rx Glacier Glasses |
2 |
1 |
2.00 |
Jason |
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Tifosi Wisp Womens Sunglasses |
1.6 |
1 |
1.60 |
Kristina |
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Duco Kids Sunglasses Flexible Rubber Frame |
1.15 |
1 |
1.15 |
Boys |
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01H19D8V0/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title |
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La Sportiva Spantik (pair) |
80.2 |
1 |
80.20 |
Jason |
https://www.sportiva.com/spantik.html |
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La Sportiva Nepal Evo (pair) |
60.8 |
1 |
60.80 |
Kristina |
https://www.sportiva.com/nepal-evo-gtx.html |
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Kamik SnoBuster 1 (pair) |
28.2 |
2 |
56.40 |
Boys |
https://us.kamik.com/collections/kids-footwear-winter-boots/products/snobuster1 |
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Tents and Shelter |
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Hyperlite Mountain Gear UltaMid 4 (with pole straps) |
26.6 |
1 |
26.55 |
Jason |
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Vargo Titanium Tent Stakes |
0.4 |
15 |
6.00 |
Jason |
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Sleeping |
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Backpacks and Bags |
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Hyperlite Mountain Gear Prism |
39.1 |
1 |
39.10 |
Jason |
https://www.hyperlitemountaingear.com/collections/alpine-climbing/products/prism-pack |
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GoLite Jpeak 35L Pack |
20 |
1 |
20.00 |
Kristina |
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Deuter Climber 22L |
25 |
2 |
50.00 |
Boys |
https://www.amazon.com/Deuter-Climber-Kids-Hiking-Daypack/dp/B08258Q91B |
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Electronics |
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Google Pixel 3 plus case |
6.75 |
1 |
6.75 |
Jason |
https://store.google.com/us/magazine/compare_pixel |
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Samsung Galaxy S10 plus case |
7 |
1 |
7.00 |
Kristina |
https://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/galaxy-s10/buy/?link=galaxy-s10 |
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GoPro Hero 7 Black (with battery) |
4.35 |
1 |
4.35 |
Jason |
https://gopro.com/en/us/shop/cameras/hero7-black/CHDHX-701-master.html |
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GoPro Head Strap |
3.9 |
1 |
3.90 |
Jason |
https://gopro.com/en/us/shop/mounts-accessories/head-strap-plus-quickclip/ACHOM-001.html |
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Anker Powercore II 10000 |
7.55 |
1 |
7.55 |
Jason |
https://www.anker.com/products/variant/powercore-ii-10000/A1230011 |
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Black Diamond ReVolt (with batteries) |
3.6 |
1 |
3.60 |
Jason |
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Garmin InReach Explorer+ (with batteries) |
7.6 |
1 |
7.60 |
Jason |
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Food, Water, and Kitchen |
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Hydrapack Stash 1L |
3.75 |
5 |
18.75 |
All |
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1L of water |
34 |
5 |
170.00 |
All |
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Honeymaid Graham Crackers (1 sheet) |
0.5 |
8 |
4.00 |
Kristina |
https://www.amazon.com/Honey-Maid-Family-Graham-Crackers/dp/B0793FP9YT/ref=sr_1_1 |
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Honey Stinger Organic Waffles |
1.1 |
16 |
17.60 |
Kristina |
https://www.amazon.com/Honey-Stinger-Organic-Waffles-Strawberry/dp/B0898F97G5/ref=sr_1_4 |
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Honey Stinger Organic Energy Chews |
1.8 |
8 |
14.40 |
Kristina |
|
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Wheat Thins Original (1 oz) |
1 |
4 |
4.00 |
Kristina |
https://www.amazon.com/Wheat-Thins-Original-Crackers-Family/dp/B000RLT4AE |
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First Aid and Repair |
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Personal Vitamins |
0.05 |
4 |
0.20 |
Jason/Kristina |
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Personal Medications |
0.05 |
2 |
0.10 |
Jason/Kristina |
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Ibuprofen |
0.01 |
10 |
0.10 |
Jason |
https://www.amazon.com/Basic-Care-Ibuprofen-Tablets-Count/dp/B074F297T8/ref=sr_1_4_mod_primary_new |
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Acetaminophen |
0.01 |
10 |
0.10 |
Kristina |
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Band-Aid (10 count, various) |
0.25 |
1 |
0.25 |
Jason |
https://www.amazon.com/Band-Aid-Lifestyles-Adhesive-Bandage-Variety/dp/B00NHFV8CY/ref=sr_1_10 |
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Neosporin Antibiotic Plus Pain Relief Ointment |
1 |
1 |
1.00 |
Jason |
|
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3M Nexcare Durable Cloth First Aid Tape |
2 |
1 |
2.00 |
Jason |
https://www.amazon.com/Nexcare-Durapore-Durable-Leader-Hospital/dp/B001TSJ8XC/ref=sr_1_4 |
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Meueller M-Wrap Pre Wrap |
1.3 |
1 |
1.30 |
Jason |
https://www.amazon.com/Mueller-M-Wrap-wrap-Athletic-Natural/dp/B01N9C28SB/ref=sr_1_28 |
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Nitrile Gloves (pair) |
0.25 |
1 |
0.25 |
Jason |
https://www.amazon.com/Powder-Disposable-Nitrile-Gloves-Medical/dp/B08JD3FRBR/ref=sr_1_6 |
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Grabber Toe Warmers (pair) |
1 |
2 |
2.00 |
Jason |
https://www.amazon.com/Grabber-Performance-TWES-Treat-Warmers/dp/B001O3032C/ref=sr_1_18 |
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Tear-Aid Type A |
0.25 |
1 |
0.25 |
Jason |
https://www.amazon.com/Tear-Aid-Fabric-Repair-Gold-Type/dp/B000K6WKNE/ref=asc_df_B000K6WKNE/ |
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Gorilla Tape Handy Roll (partial) |
0.75 |
1 |
0.75 |
Jason |
https://www.amazon.com/Gorilla-6100101-Handy-1-Pack-Black/dp/B001E5ZWT4/ref=sr_1_2 |
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FogTech DX Anti-fog Wipes |
0.05 |
1 |
0.05 |
Jason |
https://www.amazon.com/FogTech-MotoSolutions-DX-Anti-Fog-Wipes/dp/B00XO1EEDQ/ref=sr_1_3 |
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8 Inch Zip Ties |
0.05 |
3 |
0.15 |
Jason |
https://www.amazon.com/Pieces-Multi-Purpose-Locking-Tensile-Strength/dp/B07SJTQWX2/ref=sr_1_1_sspa |
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Hygiene and Topicals |
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Combat Wipes |
6 |
1 |
6.00 |
Kristina |
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O'Keeffe's Working Hands Hand Crème |
3.6 |
1 |
3.60 |
Jason |
https://www.amazon.com/OKeeffes-Working-Hands-Cream-ounce/dp/B00121UVU0/ref=sr_1_2_sspa |
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Garden Goddess Mineral Sunscreen Stick (Sport SPF 50) |
1.15 |
1 |
1.15 |
Jason |
https://www.amazon.com/Goddess-Garden-Sport-Mineral-Sunscreen/dp/B08HVRXQST/ref=sr_1_2 |
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Banana Boat Sport Lip Balm (SPF 50) |
0.25 |
1 |
0.25 |
Jason |
https://www.amazon.com/Banana-Boat-Sport-Sunscreen-Count/dp/B006Q54CW0/ref=sr_1_5 |
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C19 Hand Sanitizer |
2 |
1 |
2.00 |
Kristina |
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Betterway Bamboo Toilet Paper (partial) |
2 |
1 |
2.00 |
Kristina |
https://www.gobetterway.com/products/premium-bamboo-double-rolls |
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Technical Gear |
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Leki Micro Vario Cor-Tec TA AS Trekking Pole (pair) |
20.8 |
1 |
20.80 |
Jason |
https://www.rei.com/product/148202/leki-micro-vario-cor-tec-ta-as-trekking-poles-pair |
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Black Diamond Trail Pro Trekking Poles (pair) |
18.6 |
2 |
37.20 |
Boys |
https://www.blackdiamondequipment.com/en_US/trail-pro-trekking-pole-BD1125046016ALL1.html |
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MSR Evo Ascent Snowshoes (pair) |
63 |
2 |
126.00 |
Jason/Kristina |
https://www.msrgear.com/snowshoes/ascent-series/evo-ascent-snowshoes/05886.html |
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MSR Tyker Kids Snowshoes (pair) |
32 |
2 |
64.00 |
Jason |
https://www.msrgear.com/snowshoes/youth-series/tyker-kids-snowshoes/tyker.html |
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Dog Supplies |
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Doogy Do Good Waste Bags |
1.1 |
2 |
2.20 |
Kristina |
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Wellness Complete Health Dog Food (partial) |
48 |
1 |
48.00 |
Kristina |
https://www.amazon.com/Wellness-Complete-Natural-Food-Whitefish/dp/B01ADDG6TC/ref=sr_1_3 |
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Sea to Summit X Bowl |
2.8 |
1 |
2.80 |
Kristina |
https://seatosummitusa.com/collections/camping-gear/products/x-bowl |
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Wylde River's Sleeping Bag for Adventure Dogs |
27 |
1 |
27.00 |
Kristina |
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Tuff Mutt Hands Free Dog Leash |
10 |
1 |
10.00 |
Baxter |
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Boots and Barkley Comfort Dog Collar |
4.2 |
1 |
4.20 |
Baxter |
https://www.target.com/p/comfort-dog-collar-gray-boots-barkley/-/A-80266535 |