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Section Resources

Trip Leaders Handbook from GMC
trip-leaders-handbook-2008.pdf
File Size: 2342 kb
File Type: pdf
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Section Leaders Handbook from GMC
sectionleadershandbook.pdf
File Size: 508 kb
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Posting an Event on Meetup for Trip Leaders
event_organizer_overview.pdf
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Sign-up Sheet for Trip Leaders
trip_signup_.pdf
File Size: 51 kb
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Leave no Trace

LEAVE NO TRACE - Complete Guide to responsible use of outdoors - Overview and details
LEAVE NO TRACE - US Forest Service Summary of 7 Principles
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A.T. Guide

The A.T. Guide is a valuable resource. It can be purchased in hard copy or downloadable.
​www.theatguide.com

Below are some sample pages from the guide of the local area. Click each photo to see the larger image.
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Hiker's Checklist


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HIKER'S CHECKLIST (also found in Safety Tips)
__Hiking boots or hiking shoes (broken in)
__Socks (wool/synthetic), sock liners, and extra change
__Pants or shorts
__Shirt
__Hat or cap
__Extra layer(s) (wool or fleece)
__Rain jacket and pants
__Gloves or mittens
__Bandanna and/or handkerchief
__Pack
__Hiking poles (optional)
__Lunch, snacks, plus some extra
__Water
__Compass
__Matches (waterproof) and/or lighter
__Pocket knife
__Headlamp or flashlight
__Watch
__First aid kit
__Safety pins
__Lip balm
__Whistle
__Toilet paper and trowel
​ __Notebook and pencil
__Sunglasses
__Sun block
__Insect repellent
ADDITIONAL ITEMS FOR LEADER'S CHECKLIST
__Trip sign-up sheet
__Map, guidebook, compass, and GPS (optional)
_First aid kit (more extensive) and booklet
__Extra clothing
__Wool socks
__Wool hat
__Water filtration kit or purification tablets/drops
 __Emergency blanket or tarp
__Sleeping bag (in winter)
__Insulating pad (in winter)
__Stove (in winter)
__Repair kit
__Rope or cord
__Big plastic bag or poncho (spare rain/wind gear)
​ __Cell phone (optional, for emergency only)
__Plastic trash bag
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