Black Mountain Equipment List##
| Equipment List (Required) |
| Topo Map* (Benham, KY & Appalachia, VA) |
| Sunglasses & Sunscreen |
| Water or non-alcoholic drink |
| Comfortable footwear |
| Weather appropriate clothing |
| Compass or GPS |
| Insect repellant |
| First Aid Kit |
| Headlamp/Flashlight |
## Some of this equipment may seem a bit excessive for a fifteen minute walk, but safety is one of the primary concerns on any highpointing trip.
| Equipment List (Suggested) |
| Map of Kentucky |
| Knife |
| Binoculars |
| Snack Food |
| Camera |
* USGS 7.5 minute Quad