So, You've
signed up for an Adventure Bus trip, and your first question is... "What
should I bring?" We've put together a basic list of essential
clothing and gear that is both practical and easily obtainable. We
don't want you to run out and buy lots of new gear just for this
tour, but having certain gear will make your experience more
comfortable and safer. The most important rule in adventure travel
and especially on Adventure Bus is to bring only what you are
absolutely certain you will need. Packing too much stuff that you
most likely will not need can create more frustration and lessen the
enjoyment.
Gear One
duffle bag or soft sided suitcase, approx. 2'x3'x2
See a photo below Daypack/backpack
and water bottle (Camelbaks®
and other hydration backpacks are one of the best inventions everor
so we like to think. Also, most backpacks can hold a hydration
reservoir aka "bladder") See a photo below. Warm
sleeping bag 15-30 deg.*** Footware:
Hiking boots or sturdy sneakers. Sport
sandals (Teva
type) to wear into the water on hikes, in
hot springs and to the showers.
(no flip-flops!!!!!) Flashlight/Torch
(LED headlamps are the most handy) Sun
screen, sun glasses, hat,
Winter hat (for chilly campfire nights) Towel
(consider a pack towel to save room!) Camera
and film (you’ll use more film than you
think, on average 1 roll per day! Digital
cameras can be charged on the bus.)
Toiletries*** Pillowcase
(we have pillows on the bus!)
Throughout the tour, you
will have constant access to your luggage, as it remains in the interior
of the bus. Larger bags are placed under the benches, with smaller items
such as camelbaks and toiletry kits can be placed above.
Clothing
Pack Light! You will be able to do laundry
by day 3-4 of your trip.
2
pairs of long pants
3-4
pair shorts ( zip-off pants are convenient)
3 T-shirts/tank
tops
1 long sleeve
shirt
1 fleece or sweatshirt
1
Light jacket/wind breaker for afternoon rain showers
1
bathing suit
5
pairs of socks and underwear
PJS
No time to shop? Live
in an area without much access to outdoor gear
stores? Try on-line shopping. Here are a few
products we reccommend!
Things NOT to bring
: thermarest or inflatable sleeping pad.... we have these on
board! Lightweight sleeping bags flip flops
boom boxes
big tents
pillows...we
have many on the bus
Guilty pleasures worth indulging
Sketch pads, journals, camera gear, ipods, paperbacks, binoculars, telescopes, instruments.
Cell phones and cameras may be charged on the bus,
however we ask that you keep cell phone usage to a
minimum, and remind you that you are on vacation after
all!
Mark's
camelbak is covered with patches he has collected on his
travels.The blue tube coming out of the pack allows you
to drink water from a bladder without stopping to take a
bottle out of your pack. Genius!
Mindy has been on many of our tours. Her rolling duffle
bag is a great size and easily fits in our luggage space
in the bus for easy access throughout the trip.
Other Helpful Hints when
packing:
Laundry: Laundry is available on most
tours usually mid week.
Dining Out: We will be dining out 1-3
times a trip, however you do not need to bring
anything extra. Moab and Jackson Hole are both
casual towns filled with people who are hiking and
biking like you!
***Toiletries: Personal preferences of course, but don’t forget medications and
ample sunscreen including lip balm. The bus is equipped with basic
first aid needs. We recommend trial sizes, they’ll last about a
week, and then you’ll have more room in your bag for souvenirs!
Remember to pack liquids in your checked luggage, or make them less
than 2oz.
***Sleeping Gear:
A warm sleeping bag is crucial on all of our tours, as temperatures drop off considerably in high altitude
and desert environments. It should have at least a 20 degree rating.
We rent appropriate sleeping bags ($30) if you do not want to purchase
one, or make space for it in your luggage.
And yes, we do wash them between uses!
One
duffle bag or soft sided suitcase, approx. 2'x3'x2 
