NEW LOOK Rock Creek Pack Station

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WILDERNESS PERMITS for our guests are issued from our commercial quota, NOT from the general public quota.

INFORMATION ON WHAT TO PACK FOR MUSTANG TRIPS

Dunnage limit is 40 lbs. per person. Bring personal belongings in stout canvas or nylon duffels; suitcase O.K. Sleeping bags can be in separate duffels. Attach name to dunnage, camera, canteen, etc. Tent provided; however, you may bring your own private tent if under 15 pounds; not included in 40 lb. weight limit.

You provide your own alcoholic beverages (if desired). We provide a saddle bag for trail necessities. Please do not bring your own saddlebag unless it is pocket size.

Place all cosmetics, soaps, medications, etc into small plastic containers with close-fitting caps, THEN into sturdy resealable plastic storage bags. If anything breaks or bursts from altitude changes, the plastic bag will contain the spill.

When possible, it is a good idea to transfer alcoholic beverages to sturdy plastic bottles with well fitting caps - it will save weight and protect against breakage.

You will be given a small saddle bag that goes on your saddle horn to carry your lunch and a few personal items. (Weight limit 3 lbs - including lunch).

Remember - try to minimize the weight of your dunnage by packaging only the amount of any item you will need (like soaps, lotions and medications).

RECOMMENDED ITEMS:

Sleeping bag with a comfort range of 20 to 60 degrees and a moisture proof ground cloth.
Air mattress or small 1/4"-1/2" foam hip pad recommended - your night's rest will affect your next days enjoyment. Bring the best sleeping pad you can manage.
Broad-brimmed hat is essential for protection from sun at high altitude. It must have strings to keep from blowing off.
Sunglasses (RX glasses) - high altitude sun is BRIGHT!
Coffee mug (plastic for camp)
Pint water bottle for your horn bag
Pocket knife or small multi-tool
Flashlight and extra batteries
Camera and film (sturdy strap)-- if using digital - don't forget an extra battery and card
Rain jackets and pants or slicker (rolled up you can tie them to the back of your saddle)
Hat protector (to keep your hat dry)
Light jacket (windbreaker)
Wool or fleece pullover/sweater (layers will keep you comfortable)
Heavy jacket
Bandana
Woolen cap (evenings can be cold)
Gloves (recommend gloves for riding, you may want warm gloves for evenings)
Socks
Riding boots
Shoes for camp (moccasins, athletic shoes, etc)
Shirts and pants (long sleeved shirts offer sun, bug and branch protection)
Underwear
Bathing suit
Bath towel/wash cloth/soap (try a multi-use bar or liquid for use on hair, body and laundry. Biodegradable choices are available.)
Insect repellent such as Cutters
Toothbrush/toothpaste
comb/brush clips/pins/ponytail holders
Shaving kit (a small mirror is helpful)
Sun Screen (lotion, cream or stick)- use liberally for sunburn and chapping prevention.
Chapstick with sun protection SPF 15 or better
Moisturizer (cream or lotion - altitude and sun can be dry and chap skin)
Prescription medicine (if required - if you have any allergies, remember to bring appropriate medication)
Band-aids, aspirin, ibuprofen, eye drops, moleskin for any blisters
Baby powder/Talcum powder (helps to relieve any raw or irritated areas from boots, clothes or saddles)
Kleenex
Jogging suit (sweats are comfortable for after-swim and campfire lounging)
Binoculars

OPTIONAL ITEMS:

Small notepad and pencil
Collapsible plastic wash basin (optional)
Solar shower (optional)
Liquor (be sure to check in with the packers to see that your liquor is packed safely)

Call us TODAY at 760-872-8331 for a quick response to your questions.

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Rock Creek Pack Station, Inc operates under permit on the Inyo National Forest.
All Trail Rides and Packing Schools are subject to an 8% regulatory reservation fee, plus 2% USFS fee.
Horse Drives are are subject to an 8% regulatory reservation fee, plus 3% USFS fee.
Mustang Trips are are subject to a 3% USFS fee.
Trips traveling in the Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks are subject to an additional 3% park use fee.

NOTICE: “In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, and reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.)

Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact the responsible State or local Agency that administers the program or USDA’s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information is also available in languages other than English.

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