Patrol Pages - Troop 91

Camping Gear

This is a general list and by no means all-inclusive.  The items you bring will vary based on the type of camping trip and weather conditions.

1.        Sleeping Bag and bed roll to go under bag

2.        Tent

3.        Backpack, day pack, or dufflebag

4.        Mess Kit (all in one or a bowl, cub, spoon, small cooking pot)

5.        Canteen or water bottle/water bag

6.        Flashlight

7.        Whistle

8.        Pocketknife

9.        Compass

10.      Matches - waterproof

11.      Changes of clothing (especially socks - wool or wool blend)

12.      Rain gear (rain suit, poncho, backpack cover)

13.      Personal hygiene (toothbrush, toothpaste, comb, small soap & shampoo, etc)

14.      Small towel

15.      Personal Medications

16.      Hiking boots or hard sole, closed toe shoes (ie., tennis shoes) - no sandals

17.      Small pillow

18.      Power bars (emergency food)

19.      Personal snacks

20.      If swimming;  bathing suit, water shoes, towel

21.      Bug spray, sunscreen

22.      Wool stocking cap, not a nylon cap (cold weather)

23.      Garbage bag to cover back pack in case of rain

24.      Small first aid kit

25.      Personal food items - power snacks