Men's Clothing
Pioneer Attire for Men
An outfit would be: Button down cotton shirt and khaki type pants. Vest is optional.
How to sew a Men's Pioneer Shirt:
https://www.thisgrandmaisfun.com/15-minute-pioneer-shirt-2/
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Men’s Clothing List
(Items include what you are wearing when you leave)
□ 2 pair cotton or cotton/poly blend pants
□ 2-3 long-sleeve button down shirts (pioneer style)
□ 1 pioneer or western style hat (no baseball hats/beanies)
□ 1 pair suspenders and/or pioneer style vest (optional)
□ modest pajamas
□ light jacket (roll up in sleeping bag)
□ rain poncho
□ 2 pair shoes (broken in pair to trek in & water shoes)**
□ 5 pair long socks (nylon or wool – NOT 100% cotton)**
□ 4 pair underclothing
□ 1 pair work gloves
Important Clothing & Equipment Notes
Shoes ● It is not necessary to buy expensive shoes for trek. Just be sure to have sturdy athletic shoes with good tread on the bottom (can be cross-trainers, trail runners or running shoes etc.), and that are well broken in before trek to prevent blisters. Hiking shoes work but are not necessary. Water shoes or old tennis shoes are ideal for river crossing. Bring a carabiner to attach them to the cart. Absolutely NO flip flops or open toe shoes. The shoe size should be comfortably snug while wearing socks. Too tight or too loose can cause blisters.
Socks ● Long socks prevent scrapes and bug bites. Socks made of 100% cotton are NOT recommended. Cotton is a poor insulator and retains moisture which can lead to hotspots and blisters. Wear nylon or wool, wool blend or wool-synthetic blend socks made for hiking! You might consider a pair of calf-high nylons or liners to go under regular socks. They wick away moisture and help reduce friction. An excellent way to prevent blisters is to use a rayon or polypropylene sock (or nylon) next to the skin and a wool sock on the outside. This has shown to reduce friction between your shoes and feet. https://sectionhiker.com/hiking-socks-and-sock-liners/
Pioneer style pants ● Dockers/Khaki type, light colors are best. No denim, camouflage, or sports type pants. Compression shorts worn under trousers can minimize chafing.
Shirts ● Long sleeve button up cotton shirts, light colors are best, or placket-type neckline. T-shirts should not be worn. Tutorial for making a men's pioneer shirt our of an old Sunday button down is below.
Men’s Hats ● Wide brimmed hats work best (pioneer, western or straw). (No baseball caps or beanies please).
Water bottles, water shoes, and buckets: choose water bottles that can be hooked to a carabiner. Bring a carabiner for your water shoes. Your bucket not only carries your items but is your camp seat. Lids can be either peel or screw on, and padded if you would like.
Do NOT bring!
Cell phones, ear buds, electronics of any kind (music players, game systems, or other electronic devices etc.), cameras, jewelry, makeup, lotions, aftershave, hairspray, gel, or perfumes.