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created: 2026-02-05T15:06
updated: 2026-02-05T22:54
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# Joshua Tree Packing List
**Trip:** Feb 9 – Mar 9, 2026 (~1 month)
**Cabin:** Bed only, outside kitchen (propane stove), composting outhouse
**Laundromat available:** Yes (plan for 9 outfits)

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## 🌡️ Weather
- **Days:** 60-70°F — sunny, t-shirt weather
- **Nights:** 38-45°F — cold, near freezing possible
- Dry, windy, intense sun

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## 👕 Clothing (9 Outfits + Layers)

**Base**
- [ ] 9 t-shirts
- [ ] 9 underwear
- [ ] 9 pairs socks (mix regular + warm)
- [ ] 2-3 shorts (daytime)
- [ ] 5-6 pants/jeans

**Layers**
- [ ] Canada Goose Expedition Parka (nights)
- [ ] Leather jacket (days)
- [ ] Flannel
- [ ] Hoodie
- [ ] Beanie

**Extras**
- [ ] Sleepwear
- [ ] Sunglasses
- [ ] Hat/cap (sun)
- [ ] Daily shoes
- [ ] Hiking boots
- [ ] Sandals (cabin)

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## 📸 Photo Gear
- [ ] Camera body/bodies
- [ ] Lenses
- [ ] Tripod
- [ ] Memory cards
- [ ] Batteries + charger
- [ ] Cleaning kit (dust!)
- [ ] Camera bag
- [ ] External hard drive
- [ ] Tethering cables

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## 💻 Tech
- [ ] Work MacBook Pro #1
- [ ] Work MacBook Pro #2
- [ ] Personal MacBook Pro
- [ ] iPad Pro
- [ ] iPhone
- [ ] All chargers (USB-C, MagSafe)
- [ ] Power strip / surge protector
- [ ] Portable battery pack
- [ ] AirPods / headphones
- [ ] Watch + charger

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## 🍳 Kitchen (REI Run + Home)

**REI:**
- [ ] Camp pot + pan
- [ ] Bowl + plate
- [ ] Mug (for tea)
- [ ] Utensil set
- [ ] Sharp knife
- [ ] Small cutting board
- [ ] Dish soap + sponge
- [ ] Jetboil fuel canisters (1-2)

**From Home:**
- [ ] Jetboil stove
- [ ] Yeti cooler
- [ ] Dometic fridge
- [ ] Spices / cooking basics
- [ ] Tea + tea setup
- [ ] Water bottles

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## 🚗 Vehicle / Road Trip
- [ ] Phone mount
- [ ] Car charger
- [ ] Jump pack / cables
- [ ] Tire pressure gauge
- [ ] First aid kit
- [ ] 2 headlamps ✓
- [ ] Blanket (stargazing)
- [ ] Snacks for drive
- [ ] Cash

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## 🧴 Toiletries
- [ ] Toothbrush + toothpaste
- [ ] Deodorant
- [ ] Razor
- [ ] Shampoo / body wash
- [ ] Sunscreen
- [ ] Lip balm with SPF
- [ ] Moisturizer (dry air)
- [ ] Medications / vitamins
- [ ] First aid basics

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## 🏠 Cabin Comfort
- [ ] Pillow
- [ ] Slippers
- [ ] Book / Kindle
- [ ] Bluetooth speaker
- [ ] Extension cords

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## 📋 Documents
- [ ] ID / license
- [ ] Insurance cards
- [ ] Cabin confirmation
- [ ] Emergency contacts

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*Updated: Feb 5, 2026*