Use this as a guide for packing for campouts, hikes or backpacking. |
Scout Outdoor Essentials (page 224) |
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| __ pocketknife | __ first aid kit | __ matches & fire starters | __ flashlight | __ trail food |
| __ extra clothing | __ rain gear | __ notebook (small notepad) | __ water bottle | __ sun protection |
| __ Scout handbook | __ map & compass | __ pen or pencil | __ firem'n chit | __ totin chit |
| __ extra batteries & bulb for flashlight | __ hiking day pack for light hikes | |||
Clothing for the Season (page 203-4) |
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Warm Weather Checklist (page 203) |
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__ T-shirt(s) |
__ hiking shorts |
__ long pants |
__ short-sleeved shirt(s) |
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__ socks |
__ bandanna |
__ rain gear |
__ sweater or warm jacket* |
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__ extra underwear (for longer trips) |
__ hiking boots or sturdy shoes |
__ hat with a brim for shade |
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Cold Weather Checklist (page 204) |
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| __ long pants* | __ sweater* | __ warm hat* | __ long-sleeved shirt(s)* | |
| __ mittens* | __ rain gear | __ long underwear* | __ insulated coat with hood* | |
| __ hiking boots or sturdy shoes | __ extra underwear (for longer trips) | |||
(items marked with an asterisk[*] should be made of wool or a warm synthetic fabric) |
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Personal Overnight Camping Gear (page 224-225) |
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| __ backpack | __ sleeping bag | __ sleeping pad | __ rain cover for backpack[#] | ||
| __ Scout handbook | __ ground cloth/tarp | __ rain cover for shoe/boots[#] | |||
(items marked with a [#] - use a garbage bag to put item in to keep dry) |
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Eating Kit (page 264) |
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| __ knife-fork-spoon | __ plate | __ bowl | __ mug or cup | ||
Cleanup Kit |
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| __ Soap | __ toothbrush | __ toothpaste | __ floss | __ comb | |
| __ washcloth | __ towel | __ toilet paper | __ ziplock bags (sandwich size) | ||
Personal Extras (optional) |
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| __ watch | __ camera and film | __ sunglasses | __ swimsuit | |
| __ gloves | __ pillow | __ thread-needle-safety pins | ||
| Do NOT Bring: radio/CD players, electronic toys, camouflaged clothing, sheath knives or a bad attitude | ||||