Suggested Packing List
Basics:
Backpack external frame
Sleeping bag (rated 20F-30F)
Tent (scouts share tent. 1 takes tent, 2nd takes poles and ground cloth)
Sleeping pad (foam or Thermarest)
(2) pairs of 30-36” ties down straps for
attaching tent, sleeping bag, and other items to pack
(1) backpack rain cover if no poncho
Eating and Drinking
Water bottles (at least two 1-liter bottles)
Cook kit (cup, dish, bowl, spoon, knife, fork,
pot and cover for heating water
Stove (small camp stove with (1) extra fuel canister
or extra fuel) (Scouts may share)
Matches in waterproof container
Utility knife (pocketknife, Swiss Army knife,
or Leatherman tool)
Clothing
Hiking Boots (well broken in)
I pair hiking pants or jeans (wear one, bring
a second)
3 pair socks (No cotton! Wool or synthetic. Liners are optional)
1 pair long underwear (No cotton! Wool or synthetic.)
(2) thermal tops (No cotton! Wool or synthetic.)
(1) Fleece sweater or jacket (pullover)
(2) Underwear
(1) T-shirt (Synthetic preferred (UnderArmor,
etc))
(1) Wool or fleece hat (Great for sleeping in
cold weather)
(1) Pair gloves
(1) Bandanna
(1) Poncho or rain suit (top and pants). Rain
pants are very valuable, even if you have a poncho.
(1) Outer jacket or windbreaker (depends on lowest
minimum expected temperature)
(1) Ball cap or hiking hat
Other:
Walking stick
Length of paracord (lightweight cord for lashing/repairs
Small first aid kit, with ace bandage.
Whistle
Compass
Small notebook and pencil/pen
½ roll Toilet paper in Zip Lok bag
Small camp towel
Flashlight (LED type, headlamps work GREAT!)
Suncreen/lip balm
Toothpaste /toothbrush)
Hand sanitizer
Extra quart and gallon Zip Lok bags
Tip: Pack clothes in plastic trash bags to keep
dry in wet weather
Camera (keep in Zip Lok bag)
Food:
Snacks: (Energy bars, “gorp”, dried
fruit, beef jerky, cookies)
Lunch: Sandwich, juice box, fruit (apple, bananna, etc)
Dinner: Freeze dried camping food, “instant”
noodles, snacks, powered energy drink, hot chocolate, Tang, ice tea mix)
Breakfast: Instant oatmeal, cold cereal, tea,
hot chocolate, cereal bars, etc.
