On a backpack campout each scout is responsible for carrying his personal supplies including food. We have covered the required equipment at several troop meetings. Review the information in your scout book. A suggested checklist is provided below.
TRY NOT TO OVERLOAD YOUR PACK!
PACKING LIST FOR AN OVERNIGHT BACKPACK
__ Compass
__ Pocket knife*
__ Headlamp or Flashlight with new batteries & extra batteries
__ Space Blanket
__ Personal first aid kit, chapstick, sunscreen and insect repellent(TICKS)
__ Wipes and Hand sanitizer
__ Toilet paper
__ Small Trowel
__ Waterproof matches
__ Rope (lightweight)
__ Large trash bag ( to cover pack if rain)
__ Large ziplock bags ( to keep clothes & food dry in pack)
__ Mess kit ( add a disposable paper bowl)
__ Sleeping bag ( and trash bag to cover it)
__ Foam pad
__ Water ( Two 1 quart containers)
__ Fishing gear (Optional)
FOOD: (SCOUT MUST BRING THEIR OWN SNACKS, DINNER, LUNCH & BREAKFAST FOR BACKPACK PORTION OF TRIP)
__ Trail mix and snacks
__ Lunch
__ Dinner (We suggest purchasing pre-packaged dehydrated meals or using a dried soop mix as a base )
__ Breakfast (We suggest individual oatmeal packs )
CLOTHING (Avoid cotton if possible and think layers. Wear a bright color article of clothing)
__ Gloves
__ Hat (for warmth and sun protection)
__ Socks ( 2 pair and and anti-blister liner socks)
__ Undergarments ( 1 change)
__ T-Shirt
__ Long sleeve shirt
__ Shorts ( if warm weather)
__ Long pants
__ Wool sweater or fleece jacket
__ Windbreaker
__ Rain gear or poncho
* If Scout has totenchit card
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