Philmont: Cavalcade

Packing List


 
Climate: Mountains
Season: Summer
Duration: 5 to 6 Nights
Gender:

Philmont Cavalcades are similar to regular expeditions except that, instead of hiking, crews ride horses through the rugged mountain wilderness like the famous trappers who first explored the West.
Paperwork
_____  Completed Medical Exam Forms - Turn into trip leader prior to trip.
Sleeping
_____  Sleeping Bag - To fit in 12" x 22" stuff sack provided by Philmont.
_____  Sleeping Clothes - To be worn in sleeping bag only. (t-shirt & Shorts)
_____  Waterproof Ground Cloth (5' x 7')
Wearing (extra in plastic bags)
_____  Belt
_____  Hat (Brim) *
_____  Jacket/Fleece - Wool Sweater works well.
_____  Jeans - Western-cut riding
_____  Plastic Rain Pants *
_____  Shirt (Long Sleeve) - Pack 2
_____  Shoes (lightweight) - Tennis Shoes
_____  Socks - 3 Pair
_____  Underwear - 2 pair
_____  Uniform - Class A for time at HQ.
_____  Western Riding Boots - No lug sole boots or lace up boots allowed.
Personal Items
_____  Bandana or Handkerchief - (BB)
_____  Camera - (BB - If using film) *
_____  Comb
_____  Compass *
_____  Flashlight - Small with new batteries. (S)
_____  Gold Bond Powder - To prevent Chafing *
_____  Knife - Small pocket knife, no sheath knives.
_____  Lip Balm - (BB)
_____  Money - $10-$20 in small bills.
_____  Notebook & Pen/Pencil *
_____  Shaving Equipment - No aerosol cans (BB)
_____  Soap - (BB,S)
_____  Sun Glasses *
_____  Tampons/sanitary napkins - (BB)  (females only) 
_____  Tent Pegs - 10 per person
_____  Toilet Paper - Partial Roll
_____  Toothbrush - (BB)
_____  Toothpaste - (BB,S)
_____  Towel (Small)
_____  Watch *
Crew Equipment
_____  2.5 Gallon water containers - Collapsible, pack 2
_____  Alarm Clock
_____  Day Pack - No more than 1 per 5 crew members. *
_____  First Aid Kit (Large) - Contents specified by Philmont (BB)
_____  Insect Repellent - (BB,S) *
_____  Maps - Philmont
_____  Matches - Waterproof
_____  Philmont Fieldguide - (S) *
_____  Rope - 50 ft. nylon
_____  Sewing Kit - With heavy thread & needle
_____  Sunscreen - SPF 25 (BB,S)
Eating
_____  Bowl - Deep bowl, or small plate.
_____  Cup - Measuring style
_____  Spoon
_____  Water Bottle - 2 - 1 qt bottles, no Camelback water bags (BB).
* Optional Item

(BB) Pack in plastic bag to be placed in bear bag at night.
(S) Share with a buddy

Please check http://www.scouting.org/philmont for the latest requirements.

Please Note:  This is only a recommended minimum set of equipment based on the past experiences of many individuals. We do not guarantee that it is all inclusive or appropriate for the activities you are planning. The trip leader, and common sense should always dictate the equipment you actually pack.
List generated on 5/18/2012 3:45:09 AM

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