What to Pack

This is a simple camp.  Due to Alaskan food service laws, you will have to buy your own groceries and do your own cooking.   When we pick you up in Nome we will also stop off at the grocery store so you can provision up. 

Here is a list of suggestions for items to bring to Coffee Creek. You do not have to bring all this stuff but it gives you some items to think about.

• Good Sleeping Bag & Towel for Showers - Must haves! In early June temps can drop to freezing at night.
• High Top Boots - The terrain is uneven and ankle support/protection is a good idea. Most water is shallow enough for regular boots. Brand new boots is a good way to get blisters so break them in before coming.
• Tennis Shoes - For kicking around camp.
• Work Pants - A couple pairs for the week plus a clean pair to go home in.
• Long Sleeve Shirts - Mosquito Resistant (not too thin). A couple pairs for the week plus a clean one to go home in.
• Socks - A pair a day.
• Gloves - A couple pairs to protect your hands from digging and mosquitoes/flies.
• Bug Dope - A couple spray cans of high DEET for your clothing.
• Warm Jacket - Can be quite cool for those not used to it.
• Windbreaker - Can get very hot also!
• Rain Gear - Assume it will rain. A $1 plastic poncho to put in your pocket can save you getting caught in a shower.
• Hat - Sun, rain, and bug protection.
• Mosquito Head Net - and maybe a mosquito jacket for hot weather. Make sure the headnet has a drawstring around the base to properly seal to your neck or chest.
• Ruck Sack - Something to carry snacks, camera, etc.
• Accessory Belt - with trash bag and pick loop for you detectorists.
• Spare Parts for your detector
• Spare Batteries - One Set for Every Couple Days
• Camera - You'll regret it if you do not take lots of pictures.
• Small Binoculars - If you like checking out the wildlife and terrain.
• Water Bottle - Or the new camel packs seem to be popular these days.
• Favorite Snack - We have lots of candy bars and snack foods but if you have something you can't live without bring it.
• Favorite Beverage - We do not prohibit alcohol but do expect responsible behavior and courtesy. We have water and mixed drinks (Tang, etc.) but if you want anything else bring it.
• Personal Effects - Toiletries and medicines.
• Alarm Clock
• Knee Pads
• Rain cover for detector
• Hip boots or better yet chest waders if you plan on dredging or fishing for some of those monster graying.
• Bring your metal detectors.  There will be recharging capability at the camp.