General Information

We are excited to have you join us for a COR Expedition! Please read over the following information carefully in order to prepare for your course and arrive with the proper clothing and personal gear. The second page of this document is a complete packing list, including both the items that are available from COR at no additional cost and the items that you must bring yourself. Please submit your gear reservation form for the items available from COR via the link provided by the COR office. Forms must be submitted by the paperwork deadline for your trip to guarantee proper sizing and availability.

• Pack items suitable for backpacking – i.e. lightweight and compressible

• NO COTTON CLOTHING

• Expedition Backpacks should have a capacity of 65+10L or more

• If you are packing for the trip in your own backpack, please bring a second bag (book bag/duffle) to contain items that will remain in the car

• Sleeping bags should be lightweight, rated for 0° to 20°F, and have a compression sack

• Expect your layers to see wear and tear

• Many of the items on this list are available from mass-retail stores such as Walmart or Target if you do not already own them. However, please do NOT purchase your hiking boots from such stores. Invest in high-quality hiking shoes or boots from an outdoor retailer and break them in before your trip – your feet will thank you.

• Remember that weather can change rapidly (both in the mountains and the desert) from warm and sunny to snow! Temperatures drop significantly at night, so warm layers are essential.

• If participating in any river activities, bring one set of clothes that can get wet on the river, and a second set to change into when you get to camp.

• A clean set of clothes for your trip home is highly recommended!

• Feel free to bring a journal, a small Bible, other reading, etc.

• COR Expeditions provides all tents, stoves, cooking supplies and group gear. There is no need to bring these items.