I am planning on bringing some family for a trip in late May. I am going to have everything set up except for their personal clothing... I'm looking for help in putting a good list together for each individual's personal items, (I don't want them to bring too much and if I put a list together they might be uncomfortable, I always pack light).

I can find lists but I was looking for more details on brands/ materials/ quants.

I'd start with;

1 pair- Boots- Ankle support, Waterproof
1 pair- camp shoes
3 pair- Socks
2 pair- Pants - Brand/Material??
1 pair- Shorts
1- Swimsuit
2- T Shirts
2- Long sleeve shirts- Brand/Material?
1- Sweatshirt or fleece jacket
1- Rain pants- Goretex
1- Rain jacket- Goretex
1 pair- Gloves or mittens
1- Stocking cap- wool

just make sure no cotton for the pants, t's, socks, shirts, and sweatshirts. also, a pair of convertable pants would eliminate the need for shorts. i wouldnt worry about bringing a swimsuit along that time of year either, its way too cold for swimming. definately bring long johns too.Jan

For clothing you want quick drying in case you get wet, nylon or ripstop. I wear a pair of lightweight hunting pants (nylon ripstop) that you can zip the legs off to make shorts.
Get some Columbia shorts that have the mesh brief in them and take two pair, one to wear and them swim in if the water is warm enough... that way you can always have a clean pair.
Shirts I like synthetic material for also, dries a lot faster than cotton and warmer to layer.
I bring a fleece jacket if I think I need one, I usually trip at the end of June sometimes do!
Brign goretex if you want, it is good raingear, I bring Frogg Toggs for rainsuit and wind breaker... but that's just me!
For warmth if it turns or is cold, bring silk it is lightweight and dries quick

Bruce

Have been going the last week of May for the past three years, last years day time temps were down to 48 degrees. We have seen temps in the high 80's, so I would forget the swimsuit. And like what was said zip off nylon pants are great, along with long sleeve nylon shirts for bug control are needed. I agree with Konoes, long johns can come in pretty handy. I've also had good luck with neoprene gloves, work great for paddling in the cold rain and gripping fish.

Chuck

No cotton. Synthetics, fleece, wool and GORETEX.

Another option for pants/shirts/jackets are the polyester/nylon athletic wear that you find at stores like Kohls, or even Walmart. The ones that usually have the ankles zippers, and usually have another liner inside, so they stay pretty warm.

I got some at Kohls made by "Tek Gear." They have a mesh liner. Go to Kohls.com and search on "tek gear athletic" and you'll see what I mean. These are pretty cheap (when on sale) and comfortable.

The only drawback is if you're used to a belt for your knife, etc. these don't have one - it's a drawstring.

I too use Frogg Toggs for rain wear. Relatively cheap and light.

Remember that even in late May it can get pretty chilly.

Don't forget Carmex. No sharing this item with others.

carmex....dont leave home without it. (atleast i dont)

For the shirts check out the clearance section at Target. They carry Champion brand wick away/quick drying shirts. They say DuoDry on them. I got two of the short sleeve ones for $3 each and a long sleeve for $6. Kind of a poor mans underarmour. It's not the skin tight stuff either, they are loose like a regular t-shirt.

aebrooks,

I don't know how late in May you're going, but last year it was 32 on the morning of the May 19th and 30 degrees on the the 20th and we had snow flurries. It was 80 when we went in two days before. That's how drastically it can change up there that time of year. Long johns are essential. I'd rather bring them and not wear them than get caught without them.

thlipsis29

great tip ducks.

Don't forget to check out Campmor.com

I have a couple of pairs of their zip off nylon pants, they are less than $20.

Also check out the bargin section, you can find some great stuff for VERY cheap!

the campmor convert. pants are great. i think they run alot longer (inseam) than advertised though. i look like mc hammer in mine. :)

looks like i,m the only one who is down on zip-off pants..i wear
running shorts under nylon cargo pants..the pants come off over my
LL Bean boots..get those in 4 inch tops with the wax canvas tops..
a "sanded" nylon fishing shirt --wind proof like the pants--if it's
cool a poly tee shirt under it..for camp shoes some sort of sneaker
works best--you will be off in the woods after stuff or on the rocks fishing and a cheap water shoe or slipper will not do..
a good rain suit--i got the jacket a size too big so i could get
a poly hoodie under it...two hats--baseball style and a bucket style..the bucket will cover your ears and keep the sun off--a poly
watch cap..i have leather work gloves that i use for cutting wood
and cooking over a fire--i never found it cold enought to have mitts...but some people feel the cold --if so see they bring something to cover their hands as well as head..
as for brands and buys--i would check Campmore sales of last years
stuff--i got all my pants and shirts that way--high end salt water
bone fishing shirts --lots of pockets--windproof--fast dry--at very
good prices..lets see what else----a loose cotton tee shirt is good
for around the camp wear..bandanna's are handy.....

"Baby wipes" to ward off that "not so fresh feeling". If you know what I'm saying.

Your last item "stocking cap - wool" is probably one of the most important for all members.

Some waterproof gloves are good to bring as well, the water is cold and your hands will get wet paddling.

I like wool at that time of year. Wool pants, wool shirts, and wool socks. Got a pair of light weight mlitary wool pants at the Ely surplus store for 8.99 last may. I would add a wind breaker to go over the fleece jacket. Some people use their rain jacket for this roll but I dont like to take a chance of putting holes in it. Long johns are a must poly pro or wool. I usally have a pair for sleeping and a pair for general wear. Dont forget hand cream, lip balm, and sunglasses.

tony

It's a good idea to bring an extra pair of sun glasses. I use lots of hand lotion too and although I don't shave in the BW I always put on a good face moisterizer in the morning. Windburn and chapped skin is not very comfortable.

Anybody check out the Giants coach on Sunday? :)

Who knows what the weather will be at the end of May. I think it was 2006 where the weather was summer-like with highs in the high 80s and lows in the 50s. I think normal is more like mid 60s and lows about 40. Still, I think you need to be prepared for colder. You probably won't get temps in the teens but easily could be below freezing.

I don't know the disposable income of your group, but I like the dou-fold tee shirt recommendation. No cotton. Wool socks (smart wool is better). Poly-pro sock liners. Nylon pants. Definately long johns though they can be lightweight. Gortex rain wear is good if they afford it or already have it. Otherwise, have them get whatever.

I think your clothing list is OK -- maybe add a brimmed hat, belt, bandanna. Don't laugh, but I also like to pack a dickey to keep my neck warm. If the weather prediction calls for cold weather, I might add another top layer like a down vest or something and a second pair of gloves. Other personal items could include:

prescription medications
eyeglasses
flashlight
book
bug dope
sunscreen
lip balm
journal and pencil
pocket knife
camera
towel

Beer

I believe most of Bannock's additions are pretty spot on, as well as some of the previous ones, especially baby wipes. I'll add one thing to the list, or possibly replace an item or two with it - a Buff. Yeah, the thing on Survivor. Works as a stocking cap, a bandanna, a do-rag, a balaclava, neck gaiter, etc. Runs just under $20, which (IMHO) is pricey for what you get, but reasonable for the amount of use you get out of it. I use mine all the time. I use it as a hatband on my wide brimmed hat, then shift it to use as needed depending on if it's extra hot, cold, etc. Also use it as a helmet liner in cold weather when kayaking or on the motorcycle. It's made out of a very thin microfiber that wicks moisture, rinses out and dries quickly, and has no weight or bulk to speak of. Keeps you warm in the cool weather, and cool in the warm weather.

I'm kind of surprised I haven't seen more of them, but figure maybe folks either didn't know about them or thought they were just too pricey for a small piece of cloth.

There's a few videos on Youtube.