Weekend Troop Campout in a Cabin

Packing List


 
Climate: Inland
Season: Winter
Duration: 1 to 3 Nights

Personal gear for a weekend trip with troop where you will be staying in a rustic cabin. Assumes patrol gear is provided. Activities could include Day hiking or fishing.
Clothing
_____  Bandana or Handkerchief *
_____  Down Slippers *
_____  Gloves (Liner)
_____  Gloves/Mittens (Warm)
_____  Hat (Brim) *
_____  Hat (Knit)
_____  Hiking Boots - Waterproof
_____  Hiking Pants (Long) - Zipper pants work well. No Jeans!
_____  Jacket (Down) - fiber ok in place of down.
_____  Long Underwear (Heavy Weight) - Polypro, not cotton.
_____  Rain Gear - Breathable, no ponchos. Works well to block rain, wind, and serves as an extra layer.
_____  Shirt (Heavy)
_____  Shirt (Long Sleeve) - 2-3, can be used to layer when cold.
_____  Shirt (Short Sleeve, Wicking ) - 2-3 *
_____  Shoes (lightweight) *
_____  Sleeping Clothes - Consider temperature and quality of sleeping bag when deciding what to wear. Clothing should only be worn in sleeping bag, not outside. A sleeping bag liner can also help.
_____  Snow Boots
_____  Socks (Heavy) - 2-3 pair, more if wet or snowy.
_____  Socks (Liner) - Needed if using wool heavy socks. *
_____  Swim Suit - Trunks for boys, one piece for girls. Requirement depends on planned activities. *
_____  Underwear

Gear
_____  Backpack - To hold gear. A duffel bag will work if you are parked near camp.
_____  Binoculars *
_____  Books *
_____  Camera *
_____  Camera Tripod - Small (6") one for digital camera works great. *
_____  Compass
_____  Compression Sacks - Good for sleeping bags and clothing. *
_____  Cup
_____  Day Pack - Depending on planned activities. *
_____  Eating Utensils
_____  Fishing Equipment & License - Depending on planned activities. *
_____  Flashlight - With extra bulb & batteries.
_____  Gators *
_____  GPS *
_____  Hand Sanitizer *
_____  Head Lamp *
_____  Hiking Poles *
_____  Jacket/Fleece
_____  Knife - Small pocket knife if you have the "totin chip" *
_____  Lighter / Water Proof Matches *
_____  Maps *
_____  Mess Kit / Plastic plate & Bowl
_____  Notebook & Pen/Pencil - May be required depending on planned activities. *
_____  Scout Book
_____  Sleeping Bag - Need will depend on the type of bedding in the cabin. *
_____  Sleeping Pad - May not be needed depending on bed situation. *
_____  Snow Shoes *
_____  Soap - Biodegradable. A scout is clean. Patrol box should also have this. *
_____  Stuff Sacks - Keep your gear organized. *
_____  Sun Glasses *
_____  Water Bottle - 1 or 2 Nalgene™
_____  Whistle - For emergency use only.

Personal Items
_____  First Aid Kit (Small)
_____  Lip Balm
_____  Money - Depending on location, there may be a trading post. *
_____  Prescription Medications *
_____  Sunscreen
_____  Toilet Kit
_____  Towel (Small) - A scout is clean.
_____  Watch - Waterproof *

* Optional Item

Do NOT Bring: Electronic devices, Battery Operated games, CD players, etc. Sandals, Unnecessary Jewelry, pets.


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 4:01:31 AM

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