Philmont: Mountain Trek

Packing List


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

Designed specifically for the sons and daughters of Training Center conference participants. These supervised treks coincide with the conference center schedules and provide 20-30 miles of back country hiking.
Paperwork
_____  Completed Medical Exam Forms - Turn into trip leader prior to trip.

Clothing
_____  Bandana or Handkerchief - Pack two (BB)
_____  Gloves (Liner)
_____  Hat (Brim) - Flexible
_____  Hat (Knit) - Wool or polypro
_____  Hiking Boots - Well broken in
_____  Hiking Pants (Long) - Good for cool evenings.
_____  Hiking Pants (Shorts) - two pair are needed. Note, you can use two pair of zipper pants and leave one set of legs behind to cover your long and short pants requirements.
_____  Jacket/Fleece - Wool sweater or fleece work as well.
_____  Long Underwear (Mid Weight)
_____  Rain Gear - Sturdy, no ponchos. (A)
_____  Shirt (Long Sleeve)
_____  Shirt (Short Sleeve, Wicking ) - Two are needed.
_____  Shoes (lightweight) - Sneakers or tennis shoes.
_____  Sleeping Clothes - T-shirt & shorts to be worn only in sleeping bag.
_____  Socks (Heavy) - 2-3 pair
_____  Socks (Liner) - May not be needed depending on heavy sock type. *
_____  Underwear - Three changes

Gear
_____  Backpack - Must have padded hip belt. External frame of about 4,000 cubic inches, or an internal pack of about 4,800 cubic inches. May be rented at Philmont.
_____  Backpack Cover - Waterproof nylon
_____  Bowl - Plastic, and deep.
_____  Camera - (BB if using film) *
_____  Compass
_____  Cup - Measuring Style
_____  Day Pack - For side hikes. (S) *
_____  Emergency fire starter
_____  Fishing Equipment & License *
_____  Flashlight - Small with extra batteries & bulb
_____  Foot Powder - (BB,S) *
_____  Knife - Small pocket knife (A)
_____  Lighter / Water Proof Matches - stick matches in waterproof container ok. (BB,A)
_____  Maps - Philmont (A)
_____  Notebook & Pen/Pencil *
_____  Rubber Bands - (Large, for packing) *
_____  Sleeping Bag - In stuff sack lined with plastic bag.
_____  Sleeping Pad - closed-cell foam or Therm-a-Rest
_____  Soap - Biodegradable. (BB,S)
_____  Spoon
_____  Straps to Attach Sleeping Bag - Only required with an external frame backpack. *
_____  Stuff Sacks - Ditty bag for personal items in bear bag
_____  Sun Glasses - Inexpensive
_____  Water Bottle - Three or Four 1 quart bottles (BB,A)
_____  Whistle *
_____  Zip Lock™ Bags - 6-12 One gallon bags to pack clothing in.

Personal Items
_____  Gold Bond Powder - To prevent Chafing *
_____  Lip Balm - SPF 25 or better (BB, A)
_____  Money - $10 - $20 in small bills
_____  Postcards - Stamped *
_____  Prescription Medications *
_____  Tampons/sanitary napkins - (BB)  (females only)  *
_____  Toothbrush - (BB)
_____  Toothpaste - (BB)
_____  Towel (Small)
_____  Watch - Inexpensive *

* Optional Item

BB - Packed in a plastic bag and placed in bear bag at night
S - Share with a buddy
A - Easily accessible in pack of on person

Philmont will provide all crew equipment (including tents, cooking gear, and food)

No radios, tape/CD/MP3 players, video game devices, hammocks, deodorant, or perfumes. Cellphones are discouraged.

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 10/11/2008 11:24:44 AM

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