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What to Bring for Weminuche Wilderness Pack Trip


We recommend that all clients purchase a Colorado Search and Rescue (CORSAR) card BEFORE coming on a trip. The purpose of this card is to assist in the costs associated with a backcountry evacuation should the situation arise (hopefully not!). If you purchase a hunting or fishing license, it is included. You can purchase these in Durango wherever hunting and fishing licenses are sold, or you can purchase one online with the following link:
https://dola.colorado.gov/corsar_order/order_instructions.jsf

Put your gear in a soft duffel. Please limit your gear to 40 lb.

Personal Gear
- Waterproof duffel bag (or line with garbage bag)
- Small first aid kit
- Flashlight & batteries (headlamp recommended)
- Matches in waterproof container or lighter
- Sleeping bag rated to thirty degrees (or colder) in a waterproof stuffsack (or garbage bag)
- Thermarest (or equivalent) sleeping pad (can be provided)
- Riding Boots (waterproof is best)
- Waterproof boots or overboots (VERY IMPORTANT)

3-4 changes of clothing- suggestions
- Long underwear
- Jeans
- Bandanas/handkerchiefs
- Synthetic (fleece) or wool pants
- Synthetic or wool shirts
- Socks - synthetic or wool preferable
- Underwear
- Toiletries - towel, washcloth, soap, toothbrush, etc.
- Sleeping wear
- Personal medications

Optional Gear
- Binoculars
- Camera and film
- Leather hiking boots
- Compass
- Book and/or journal
- Notebook
- Insect repellent
- Fishing Rod & Tackle (If fishing, you will need a license)
- Tent  (You will be setting up/taking down your tent daily. We will gladly provide one, but if you have your own favorite, feel free to bring it)

To Be Carried When Horseback Riding
- A small day pack can be carried on your horse (saddle bags will be provided as well)
- Lipbalm
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Toilet paper in ziplock bag
- Water bottle
- Synthetic (fleece) jacket
- Rain gear (Gore-Tex) - parka and pants
- Down vest, sweater or other warm layer
- Riding Gloves
- Warm Gloves (waterproof is best)
- Knife
- Waterproof w/Wide brim Hat (VERY IMPORTANT) (For sun and rain)
- Warm hat
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Weminuche Wilderness Pack Trip
Tour Code: RTCO05
5 days / 4 nights
Dates : June to August

Trip Rating :
Difficulty : Riding Level
Riding Level Explained
ABeginner
Beginner A rider who has limited experience, is unable to post the trot and does not canter.
BNovice
Novice A rider who is capable of mounting and dismounting unassisted, capable of applying basic aids, comfortable and in control at the walk, moderate length posting trots, and short canters.
CIntermediate
Intermediate A rider who has a firm seat, is confident and in control at all paces (including posting trots, two point canters and gallops), but does not ride regularly.
D Strong Intermediate
Strong Intermediate An intermediate rider who is currently riding regularly and is comfortable in the saddle for at least 6 hours per day.
EAdvanced
All of the above, plus an independent seat, soft hands, and capable of handlinga spirited horse in open country.
Lodging: Standard
Lodging Level Explained
   
= Facilities in lodges, estancias, haciendas, resorts, etc.
   
Basic lodging - some with shared bathroom facilities, usually no AC or room service.
Regular standard room - usually with private bath.
 Accommodations with superior comforts.
   
 = Trips with nights in tent camps. Sometimes the first and last night are in hotels.
   
Basic tent camping - everyone helps out with camp chores.
Regular standard with some camp amenities and camp cook.
Camping facilities with superior comforts like camp shower, bathroom facility..
   
 = Trips that combine nights in hotels and camping.
   
Basic accommodation and basic camping facilities can be expected.
Regular standard with some nicer amenities.
Only assigned to hotel and camping facilities with superior comforts.

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Season Tour Dates  Min / MaxReserve
A 2024 06/10 - 06/14 5d / 4n 5 day pack trip 2 /8 Reserve
A 2024 06/17 - 06/21 5d / 4n 5 day pack trip 2 /8 Reserve
A 2024 06/24 - 06/28 5d / 4n 5 day pack trip 2 /8 Reserve
A 2024 07/01 - 07/05 5d / 4n 5 day pack trip 2 /8 Reserve
A 2024 07/08 - 07/12 5d / 4n 5 day pack trip 2 /8 Reserve
A 2024 07/15 - 07/19 5d / 4n 5 day pack trip 2 /8 Reserve
A 2024 07/22 - 07/26 5d / 4n 5 day pack trip 2 /8 Reserve
A 2024 08/12 - 08/16 5d / 4n 5 day pack trip 2 /8 Reserve
A 2024 08/19 - 08/23 5d / 4n 5 day pack trip 2 /8 Reserve
A 2024 08/26 - 08/30 5d / 4n 5 day pack trip 2 /8 Reserve
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Tack: Western
Horses: Quarter mix
Pace: Any level, 5 hours in the saddle per d...

Airport: Durango
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