Pre-Trip Checklist

Plan

• Weather forecast ok
• Avalanche forecast ok
  • Understand the Avalanche problem in the region
  • Identify Open, Standby, and Closed terrain
• Routes identified
  • Understand intersection of Route and Avalanche Terrain
  • All participants have the basic route map
  • Route added to Phone mapping
  • Identify bailout routes
  • Print paper maps of route
• Ensure the Group approves of the Plan
• Ensure an emergency contact has the Plan
• Make sure to bring or fill out any permits
  • Timberline: Climbers self-issue permit, fill out at the lodge

Consumable Check

• Food & Water
  • Canteen filled
  • Water bladder filled
  • Snacks
  • Lunch-sized meal
• Batteries Checked and Charged
  • Beacon
  • Phone
  • Radio
  • Headlamp
  • Camera

Basics

• Beacon
• Probe
• Shovel
• Skis
• Skins
• Boots
• Poles
• Helmet
• Sunglasses
• Goggles
• Pants
• Jacket
• Gloves

Standard Pack Items

• Review gear list, most of this should live in the pack