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  • Luggage And Bags: day pack and back pack if you plan to hike

    Clothing/Shoes/Weather Gear: hiking boots, walking shoes, rain jacket (gore tex), wind proof jacket, gloves, hat, water bottle/bladder, thermal bottle if you are going up high

    Toiletries & Medical Supplies: available in town - first aid kit if you are doing any mountaineering or ski-mountaineering

    Photo Equipment: available in town

    Camping/Beach/Outdoor Gear: lots of stuff is available to rent, but bring your own if you want a good fit

    Miscellaneous: ropes, carabiners, crampons, ice axe, skis, avalanche beacon & probe, snow shovel, stiff soled hiking boots, harness that will fit OVER your clothing, quick draws, ice screws, touring skis/bindings, etc. for your adventure. Anything you forget, you can buy or rent at local sports shops. Lots of mountain huts, so tent not required but bivvy sack recommended in case of emergency.

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    Comments for firechick about Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
    Manara Mon Jun 29, 2009 10:01 UTC
     Your guide to Chamonix is great. So rich of useful information and beautiful pictures!
    Darby2 Mon May 26, 2008 03:31 UTC
     Great pages and excellent photos!
    Djinn76 Tue Jan 1, 2008 16:43 UTC
     Great page!! I'll be there in less than 2 weeks ;-))) From your tips, looks like The Caleche may be our best bet to cater for a group of 12-14 looking for traditional cuisine! Pls let me know if you have other suggestions...thx!
    JLBG Thu Jul 5, 2007 04:13 UTC
     A very good page with excellent advices! Good job!
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