Troop 326 Camping Checklist
Food:” Travel Day - We do not cook the first evening of a camp out. Either bring a sack supper, fast food or have already eaten. WE DO NOT PLAN TO STOP.”
Camp Days - Food will be provided. Snacks and Sodas are discouraged.
Spending Money:” Generally, $5 - $20 will be sufficient. (use small bills for ease of making change). If extra money is required for a camp out for activities or miscellaneous spending, we will advise you in advance.
Medicines:” Medications should always be turned in to the designated Troop Medical Officer. We do not want the Scouts to self-medicate, unless specifically agreed to in advance by the parent, designated Troop Medical Officer, and the Scoutmaster.
Clothing:” BSA Uniform - Scout Shorts and/or Long Pants, Class A Shirt, Scout Belt, Scout Socks(Required for travel, Scoutmaster Conferences and Boards of Review)” Cold Weather Clothing(Jacket, Sweatshirt or Polartech Fleece, Long sleeve shirt / turtleneck, Ski Cap / Hat, Gloves, Warm Socks, Warm Shoes or Boots)” T-Shirts (BSA or Other Scout appropriate)” Pair of Long Pants (scout pants, blue jeans or other weather appropriate)” Tennis Shoes / Hiking Boots - Always have an extra pair of footwear” Socks - 2 pair minimum. Good hiking socks (such as Thorlo or Patagonia). Liners optional.” Extra Pair of Underwear” Cap or Sun Hat” Swimming - Swim Suit (if needed), Water Socks or Shoes” Poncho / Rain Jacket / Rain Suit” Bandana (First Aid or Hot Weather)
How to Pack:” Pack all items efficiently in a duffle, backpack or nylon bag that is easy to carry.” MARK ALL ITEMS WITH SCOUT NAME” It is a good practice to pack a change of clothes in trash bag or large ziplock bag in case of severe wet weather or spills.
Camp Site Equipment & Bedding:” Sleeping Bag - Inexpensive Rectangular bag will work for most camp-outs. A good mummy bag is preferred for high adventure and cold weather camp-outs ” Flat Sheet ” Sleeping Bag Pad - Either Poly Pad, Z-Rest or Therma-Rest are good choices. ” Regular Pillow or Small Camp Pillow” Fleece Blanket (optional for cold weather) ” Camp Stool or Camp Chair (in tote bag) - No lawn chairs (Optional)” Cots are not recommended for a campout, unless we specifically request or it’s summer camp.
Personal Items:” Flashlight or Headlight (ALWAYS have extra batteries & bulbs) ” Personal Hiking First Aid Kit (See Scout Handbook) - Troop has full First Aid Kit.” Day Pack / Fanny Pack ” Sun Block / Lip Balm” Basic Toiletries (deodorant, toothbrush, toothpaste, hair brush)” Shower Items (Towel, Bar or liquid soap, shampoo). Anti-bacterial soap is a good idea.” Toilet Paper” Insect Repellant” Pocket Knife (folding only - no straight blade)” Sierra Cups (2) - one for drinking and one for eating” Steel Fork & Spoon” Plastic Water Bottle with carrying device or canteen - Lexan Nalgene is good choice.” Small Note Pad with Pen, Pencil” Compass (optional)” Rope (to practice knots)” Deck of Cards
Miscellaneous Items:” Plastic Trash Bags (2) - VERY IMPORTANT - (to protect gear & bedroll if rainy)” Scout Handbook (in large zip lock bag for protection if rainy)
Prohibited & Discouraged Items: ” Prohibited items - firearms, explosive devices, sheath knives, tobacco, cigarette lighters, alcoholic beverages, axes, archery equipment.” Discouraged items - camouflage clothing, electronic games, music or video devices.
