Backpacking

Wear: convertible long pants, class B activity shirt, hat, hiking boots.

Pack (in a backpack):

• Essentials:
  • water bottle or hydration system
  • compass and topographical map of area visiting
  • sunscreen / bandana
  • headlamp
  • matches in waterproof container
  • knife and totin’ chip
  • sunscreen / lip balm
  • personal first aid kit with needed OTC medication
  • lightweight poncho or rain jacket
  • small bag of trail food
  • whistle
  • insect repellent
  • ~12″ of duct tape
  • 30′ – 50′ paracord if raising a bear bag, or 10′ of paracord with a bear canister.
  • mountain money (no more than 1/4 roll of TP), small plastic shovel, 2 re-sealable bags
  • toothbrush / paste
  • 2 carabiners and a key ring to raise bear bag
• Sleeping Gear
  • tent (split with another scout), with footprint or tarp
  • sleeping bag and compression sack
  • sleeping pad
• Cooking / eating Gear
  • backpacking stove and fuel
  • lightweight cooking set and wood/plastic spoon
  • bowl and eating utensils (unless part of cooking set can be used as a bowl)
  • lightweight cup
  • camp soap
  • small lightweight towel
• Food and water
  • 3 meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) per overnight.
  • water (amount depending on local water sources)
  • water filter  (need at least 1 per 4 scouts)
  • 2L platypus foldable water bottle for in-camp use (as needed)
  • Bear canister or bear bag (compression sack may be used)
  • small daypack or waistpack for day hikes (optional)
• Clothing
  • in addition to what is worn, bring 1-2 layers (i.e. long sleeve shirt and lightweight jacket), one extra pair of socks.
  • for trips longer than 2 nights, an extra pair of underwear and socks
  • in extreme cold, additional layers may be needed
  • swimming trunks, if known swimming hole
• Luxury items (optional; no more than 1 of these)
  • lightweight backpacking chair or seating pad
  • book to read
  • deck of cards or other game
  • camera
  • crocks or tennis shoes for around camp (usually for longer trips)
  • GPS unit
  • binoculars

Car Camping

Wear:  Class A field uniform, hiking boots.

• Essentials:
  • water bottle or hydration system
  • compass and topographical map of area visiting
  • sunscreen / bandana
  • headlamp / flashlight
  • matches in waterproof container
  • knife and totin’ chip
  • sunscreen / lip balm
  • personal first aid kit with needed OTC medication
  • lightweight poncho or rain jacket
  • whistle
  • 30′ – 50′ paracord and a ~5′ of duct tape
  • mountain money (1/4 roll of TP), small plastic shovel, 2 re-sealable bags
  • toothbrush / paste
  • personal gear: soap / deodorant / towel / razor
  • 2 carabiners and a key ring to raise bear bag
  • small daypack or waistpack for day hikes (optional)
  • hat
  • camp chair
• Sleeping Gear
  • sleeping bag
  • sleeping pad
• Cooking / eating Gear
  • mess kit (bowl and eating utensils)
  • lightweight cup
• Clothing
  • 2 layers of warm clothing
  • pair of underwear and socks per night
  • sleeping outfit
  • in extreme cold, additional layers may be needed
  • swimming trunks, if known swimming hole
  • crocks or tennis shoes (for around camp)
• Luxury items (optional)
  • book to read
  • deck of cards or other game
  • camera
  • binoculars