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West Virginia University Adventure WV

Model Packing List

for Quest Trip

Bring Warmer Clothing

It will be colder than you expect, and you’ll end up dressing in layers! The weather in our area can vary greatly and be chillier than expected, even in the summer. Generally, the temperatures are 10 degrees cooler at the Outdoor Education Center than in Morgantown.

Avoid Cotton

Avoid cotton clothing as much as possible. Cotton does not keep you warm once it gets wet, which is a big deal when you’re in the outdoors. Please bring SYNTHETIC (polyester, fleece, wool, nylon, etc.) as much as possible. Visit our Glossary of Terms for more information.

Consider Buying Used or Borrowing

When beginning to prepare for your trip, consider that not everything needs to be purchased new, nor do things have to have the latest and greatest brand names. Use what you have, borrow from a friend or family member, or visit a local thrift store or discount store!

QUEST Packing List

Feet

For wearing around camp and during downtime.

  3-4 pairs of socks (synthetic recommended) for hiking

Head

Upper Body

At least 1 should be synthetic.

For warmth and sun protection. At least 1 should be synthetic.

 

Do not bring a cotton hoodie!

  Waterproof RAIN JACKET 
     Visit our  Glossary of Terms to learn about what makes a jacket waterproof. 

1 pair of thin synthetic gloves (optional)

Lower Body

Synthetic is better than cotton (ideal to have at least 1 synthetic pair of each)

Do not bring jeans or cotton sweatpants!

Equipment

  Day pack
(we recommend labeling them with your name)
  Camp chair (Crazy Creek or similar) (optional)

Please do not bring chairs with legs or that sit high off the ground.

Hygiene

Menstruation Supplies (even if you're not expecting to get your period on trip, please bring some)

If you regularly take any medications, you MUST bring them on the trip (please also be sure to list them on your Participant Information Form during registration. Contact us with any changes.)

Miscellaneous

This is REQUIRED and will be graded.

Accessing an ATM on a trip is not easy, so we recommend that you bring cash.

You will not be able to use a phone or iPod for photos on your trip!

AWV provides all food and snacks, but feel free to bring a small amount of something you really like.

Do Not Bring (Really - Don't):

  • Students are not allowed cell phones or any other electronics (including iPods, tablets, etc.) on First-Year Trips. The exception is a digital camera. Students will have the option to leave their cell phone with Adventure WV in a locked, secure space during the trip and will retrieve it at the end of their trip. To better understand why cell phones are prohibited on the trip, please read our Cell Phone Letter. You may be surprised to learn that the majority of students who have completed a First-Year Trip are overwhelmingly in favor of the “No Cell Phone” policy!

    • Bringing a phone, electronic, or other prohibited items to this program could result in a dismissal from the program.

  • Drugs, alcohol, tobacco (including ecigs/vapes), or weapons (this includes pocket knives). Bringing these items is grounds for dismissal from the trip with no refund, with possible university sanctions.

  • Anything not on the packing list! Simplicity and space saving are important with our programs! When you arrive, you may be asked to leave extraneous items behind in our locked, secure spaces.

    • Adventure WV will be providing other necessary group items, including food, transportation, and gear needed for each specific activity.