PERSONAL GEAR

___Backpack

___Rain cover for pack (big trash bag)

___Sleeping bag (packed in trash bag to keep dry)

___Sleeping pad

___Ground tarp

___Compass

___Flashlight (fresh bulb and batteries)

___(2) 1-quart water bottles or hydration bladder

___Potable Aqua purification tablets

___Sun-block and lip balm

___Wide brimmed hat

___Bug repellent

___Mesh head net

___Rain poncho or jacket

___Pocket knife

___Personal First aid kit

___Matches and fire starter

___Emergency blanket

___Toilet paper, trowel, baggies for used t.p.

___Spoon / fork, bowl, insulated mug with lid

___Toothbrush – leave the toothpaste at home.

CLOTHING

___Hiking boots/shoes

___Hiking socks (2 pair)

___Underwear (up to you how many)

___Troop 8 T-shirt

___Long underwear top and bottom

___Long sleeve wool shirt or fleece

___Warm jacket

___Hiking pants or shorts

___Stocking cap – wool or fleece

___Gloves or mittens

___Swim suit

___Small towel for swimming

EXTRA STUFF

___Camera

___Sandals or in-camp shoes

___Fishing gear

___Entertainment: cards, chessboard, book, etc.

DON’T BRING ON HIKE:

___Electronics: CD players, iPods, Gameboys, etc.

(in the car is okay)

PATROL/CREW GEAR

COOKING GEAR

___ stoves

___ fuel bottles

___ pot with lid

___pot grabber

___cooking / serving spoon

___salt, pepper, cooking oil, etc.

___(2) empty gallon-size Ziploc bags for trash

___(1) bottle hand-cleaning gel

___(1) dish sponge

___Duty roster

FOOD

___Trail snacks for each day – your choice

___Group or Patrol meals