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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All scouts are encouraged to attend and parent volunteers are also welcome. We typically leave after school on Friday night or early Saturday morning. We return by mid afternoon on Sunday.
