Shaver Lake Packing List Tips by Yubert

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Camping/Beach/Outdoor Gear: Bring a fishing pole. There are fish in the lake, we caught some for dinner.

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Clothing/Shoes/Weather Gear: Camping

Camping/Beach/Outdoor Gear: Should also mention one should always carry a whistle in case you are lost and need help. The sound can be heard for miles. Also a compass and a map of the area would he helpful things to have.

the orange whistle strapped around Tony's neck contains a compass, magnifier glass and a thermometer.

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Camping/Beach/Outdoor Gear: Our esteemed trip leader, Maureen is on the far left of this picture. Note the red colored leggings, they're actually called gators which are waterproof and designed to keep snow and water of out of your boots so your feet stay warm and dry.

So it's a good idea to bring gators if it there's snow or rain. Also, a good idea to wear waterproof boots.

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Clothing/Shoes/Weather Gear: Camping

Camping/Beach/Outdoor Gear: Although the lake is fed from the snow melt, it's not adviseable to drink the water untreated.

So bring along a water filer just to make sure you'll have plenty of drinking water.

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Clothing/Shoes/Weather Gear: Camping

Camping/Beach/Outdoor Gear: The well-equipped hiker should bring a hat and sun glasses for sun protection. Also use a set of hiking poles to reduce stress on the knees and help your balance.