• Tent* or bivouac sack or hammock and waterproof tarp
• Sleeping bag (not required if bringing bivouac sack) 
• Sleeping pad (not required if bringing bivouac sack with a built-in sleeping pad)
• Head torch / flashlight
• Cookware & cutlery
• Water purification tablets or drops or filter 
• Backpacking stove*
• Minimum 4L / 1 gallon of water on start
• Hydration bladder or water bottles with a minimum total volume of 4L
• Warm clothing and footwear suitable for terrain and conditions
• Compass*
• First-aid KIT*
• Survival blanket
• Trash bag (provided by organizer)

• Food packages that include:
  1. Cooked meals on certain checkpoints: the most delicious local dishes to celebrate the amazing location you're in made with the best ingredients 
  2. Backpacking food: food that tastes great while focusing on maintaining freshness and flavor such as RightOnTrek which is crafted in small batches in Montana, built for your diet, ready for adventure.
  3. Ready-to-eat & easy-to-prepare food: that includes some of the best non-GMO meals made with fresh vegetables and extra virgin olive oil. This includes staples like Fillo's and high-quality Adriatic sea sardines in olive oil from Podravka. 
• beverages that include the best start of the day at the start of the event with coffee and tea, as well as all kinds of refreshments at the campgrounds such as Water (Arrowhead), Coffee (Kuju Coffee), Tea (The Art of Tea), Electrolyte drink (DripDrop), Hop water (HOP WTR)
• snacks - including Bite Me energy bars, fresh fruit, and much more 
• Participant injury insurance is covered by Spot Injury Insurance that includes all the accidental injuries that occur at the event by these guidelines 
• HIGHLANDER Ranger that will take care of your safety during the night at each campground
• 5 - 15 photo package by FinisherPix company that will make your memories last a lifetime 
• 100% Merino wool buff
• Transportation to the start location of the event
• Educational and entertainment activities at each campground - featuring educational lectures on various topics, sustainability workshops, wildlife education, yoga sessions, live music, stargazing, etc.
• Luggage storage - you will hand to us before the start and we will keep it safe for you at the finish of the event
• HIGHLANDER finisher pin - a unique backpacking pin provided only to those who became HIGHLANDERs and finished the event
• HIGHLANDER patch - completely unique event patch you can later show off on your backpack
• HIGHLANDER Certificate - Your finisher Adventure of a Lifetime diploma signed by HIGHLANDER CEO
• Camping gas cartridge - you don't need to bring it on the plane or search high and low for it when you arrive at the location
• Hiker tag, Luggage tag, and HIGHLANDER Map of your adventure, and HIGHLANDER Passport with all the most important event information 
• Lifelong friendships, cool stories to tell, pictures to show, and memories to carry forever
  
  Also, by registering for the event you're automatically becoming a member of the HIGHLANDER Club which will bring you various benefits.

Everyone who is truly ready to take on the challenge of backpacking through 102 miles in 5 days.

That means that in the past 2 years you finished some of the following:

• Long Distance hike 5+ days (e.g. PCT, CDT, Appalachian Trail, etc.)
• Spartan Ultra (finisher) 
• Spartan Trail or any other Trail Race - 50+ miles finisher 
• HIGHLANDER Hercules - 60 miles - 5 days

After registration you will need to e-mail us directly with your past experience to qualify with additional or other qualifications.

If you get injured while participating in one of our US events, Spot Injury Insurance can cover your deductible, plus eligible in- and out-of-network medical costs—even if you have health insurance.  

• If groups the teams sharing gear reach the finish line more than 30 minutes apart 
• Preventing staff from verifying that gear meets requirements
• Missing required gear 
• Littering
• Fire starting 
• Sleeping or cooking in mountain lodges, huts, or other accommodation facilities
• Borrowing equipment from the same facilities
• Bivouacking outside of the designated camps

Provided camping food is suited to the average daily needs of an average adult: cooked meals, backpacking food, ready-to-eat food and easy to prepare food such as spreads, cheese, cold cuts, and bread. You can choose between a meat or vegan diet, the gluten-free option, however, is not available. You choose your diet preference during the registration process.

Participants supply their own snacks and extra food (as deemed necessary). We recommend bringing snacks, dry fruit, and similar food in addition to the meals provided by the organizer. 

There are no stores or supermarkets in the San Bernardino Mountains, so stock up ahead of time. :)

Protect your food from bears by using bear-resistant canisters if possible, or by hanging your food bags by the counter-balance method - Bear Safety information.

*Detailed information on the provided camping food will be given in a timely manner.

It is important to stay hydrated, so please make sure to always carry enough water with you.

Plenty of drinking water will be available for the day of the hiking ahead. We will not provide a means to carry it, so please pack your own bladders or bottles. The water refill will be available at all checkpoints during their working hours.

Mountain water is NOT safe for drinking, so using water purification (tablets/drops/filter) is a must.

Choose a location on a hard dry surface such as rock, sand, gravel, or pine needle duff, not on vegetation or in meadows.

Sleeping arrangements may only include the required gear: tent, tarp, bivouac sack or hammock.

Fires are prohibited.

Lodging, cooking or borrowing gear from mountain lodges or huts are PROHIBITED.

All participants who collected all stamps and came to finish by the time of the finish closing, will receive their HIGHLANDER Pin, Patch and Certificate.

Always be aware and alert to the danger of fire.

We recommend obtaining a free campfire permit before the event.

Note that fire restrictions can change based on the current conditions, and we will update you with the current restrictions before and during the event.

Littering and polluting are strictly prohibited and will result in immediate disqualification.

Participants may use the toilets available at checkpoints, huts, hostels, etc.

In nature, feces must be buried at least 6 inches deep and 200 feet away from campsites, water sources, buildings, and backpacking trails. Use toilet paper sparingly and pack it out. A plastic bag confines odors effectively, and double bagging prevents any accidental contamination.

San Bernardino National Forest's Wilderness ethics and etiquette.

When in a camping area: dogs will need to stay on a leash and must be taken outside of the camping area to relieve themselves. Dogs are not allowed inside any buildings including the dining hall.

Please note it might still be pretty hot and unless the dog is acclimated to the heat, overheating might be a challenge. For the same reason, please make sure the dog is well hydrated - you probably need to carry 1.5x to 2x your water amount for the two of you.

The general rule for the K9 team for wilderness in hot weather is 1 liter (0.26 gallon) per 1-2 hours for the dog and his owner together.

If cellular service is available, a serious injury or inability to walk must be reported to emergency services by dialing 9-1-1.

The organizer is not responsible in any way for participants' withdrawal. Withdrawing participants will be responsible for making their own transportation arrangements.

Check Backcountry safety tips to avoid unnecessary withdrawal.

THE ORGANIZER RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE THE RULES.