The Ten Essentials

(actually fifteen; well, maybe twenty)

Recently, REI updated the 10 essential list.   For more information see:  http://www.rei.com/expertadvice/articles/ten+essentials.html

Updated Ten Essential “Systems”

1. Navigation (map and compass)
2. Sun protection (sunglasses and sunscreen)
3. Insulation (extra clothing)
4. Illumination (headlamp/flashlight)
5. First-aid supplies
6. Fire (waterproof matches/lighter/candles)
7. Repair kit and tools
8. Nutrition (extra food)
9. Hydration (extra water)
10. Emergency shelter

Strongly Recommended – may be some duplication below

1. full water bottle + water treatment
2. ground insulation (sit pad)
3. emergency blanket
4. signaling devices – whistle/mirror

Special Environments

1. shovel (snow)
2. stove with fuel
3. a pan and cover
4. avalanche cord or avalanche transceiver
5. rescue pulley

General Hiking Information

• It normally takes adults about 6 to 8 hours to hike to top and around 4 hours to get back to trail head.
• The Timpooneke trail is not as steep as the Aspen Grove trail and is a bit easier to follow.
• A min. of 3 liters/person of liquid is recommended (soft drinks don’t count). Water can be found at Emerald Lake but should be filtered.
• It is usually much cooler on Timp than in the valley so take extra clothing.
• With nights longer, take flashlights in case you have to come down in the dark! This happens quite often.
• There is a group size restriction.  I believe it is 15 people max. Check with Forest Service for actual regulation.

For details or futher information, please contact the Pleasant Grove Ranger Distict (801.785.3563)