Backpack -Must Haves
o Rain Gear (A MUST)
o Flashlight
o Extra batteries for flashlight
o Pocket Knife (Totin' Chip needed)
o Large garbage or small tarp bag for backpack for rain cover.
o Scout Handbook (Always have this with you)
o Notebook and Pen/Pencil (Any kind to write notes on)
o Day Pack for day hikes.
Sleeping Gear
o Sleeping Bag (for colder months, Winter-Rated-Winter Bag 0 to -30 degree).
o Foam Bed Roll/ Ground Cloth (Small Tarp 6’x8’).
o Sleeping bag Liner (Optional)
o Sleeping Attire (PJs,)
o Camping pillow (must fit in backpack)
Eating Gear
o Mess Kit (Cup, Bowl, Pot, Plate)
o Thermal Cup with cover (Coffee Mug Style) optional.
o Utensil Mess Kit (Fork, Knife, Spoon)
Toiletries
o Toothbrush / toothpaste
o Soap or Hand Sanitizer.
o Wash Cloth & Towel
o Comb
o Tissues (small package)
Clothing
o Coat (should be proper for the weather that weekend)
o Socks (3 to 4 pairs) should be scout socks or wool for cold weather camping.
o Underwear (3 to 4 pairs)
o Thermal Underwear or Under Armor (qty. 2 pair)
o Pants 3 pairs--NO JEANS.
o Class-B T shirts ( x4) can be substituted with red T-shirts.
o Hooded Sweatshirt (1 or 2) -one could be a regular sweatshirt.
o Hiking Boots/Snow Boots (sneakers as a back-up only)
o Gloves (at least one pair is a must)
o Boy Scout hat
o Wool pullover hat for cold weather and sleeping.
o Snow Pants (Optional)