Boy Scout Troop 107

Taylors, SC

Sponsor: Taylors First Baptist Church, Taylors, SC

 

CAMPING / HIKING CHECK-LIST

Any time a Scout goes on a camping trip or hike, he should always be prepared by carrying the Ten Essential items in his pack. These essentials will allow a scout to survive in the outdoors in most any emergency situation. THE TEN ESSENTIALS: ____ Canteen/Water Bottle (w/water in it!) ____ Extra Food (trail snacks are good) ____ Extra Clothing (and Sweater/Jacket) ____ Rain Gear ____ Personal First-Aid Kit ____ Compass and Map ____ Waterproof Matches/Fire Starter ____ Pocketknife ____ Sun Protection (Sunscreen and Hat) ____ Flashlight (w/extra batteries)     OTHER ESSENTIALS: ____ Scout Handbook ____ Notepad & Pencil ____ Large Zip-Lock Bags ____ Large Trash Bag (for water barrier) ____ Necessary Prescription Medications ____ Toilet Paper (in zip-lock plastic bag) INDIVIDUAL ITEMS: ____ The Ten Essentials ____ Backpack (duffel bag O.K. if car camping) ____ Sleeping Bag and ____ Pad ____ Cup and ____ Bowl ____ Knife, ____ Fork, and ____ Spoon ____ Rope or 3mm Cord (25' for bear bags) ____ Extra Socks ____ Sweater/Sweatshirt ____ Windpants/Sweatpants ____ Insect Repellant ____ Lip Balm (unscented) ____ Soap (biodegradable) ____ Small Towel ____ Toothbrush ____ Disposable Camera (optional) ____ Swim Suit (optional)   GROUP ITEMS (normally shared by two or more): ____ tent (don’t forget the poles & stakes) ____ ground cloth (for tents) ____ cooking gear (pots, spatula) ____ stove & ____ brillo pad (optional) ____ water filter (Giardia is everywhere) ____ trowel (you'll need it for latrine duty)   NOTE:  All shoes must be closed-toe!  No sandals or flip-flops allowed. WARM WEATHER CLOTHING: ____ Camp Shoes (closed-toe) ____ Hat w/Brim ____ Hiking Boots or Sturdy Shoes ____ Hiking shorts ____ Short-sleeve shirts ____ Socks ____ Sweater/Warm Jacket ____ Swimsuit & Towel (small) ____ T-shirts ____ Underwear     COLD WEATHER CLOTHING: ____ Insulated Coat w/hood ____ Long Pants (wool pref.) ____ Long Sleeve Shirt ____ Long Underwear (top & bottom) ____ Mittens/Gloves ____ Polypro/Wool Shirt ____ Polypro/Wool Stocking Cap ____ Polypro/Wool Sweater   WET WEATHER GEAR: ____ Garbage bags (for pack liners) ____ Pack cover ____ Ziplock bags (1 gallon)     SNOW CAMPING: ____ Extra Sleeping Pad ____ Glove Liners ____ Ground Cloth (for inside shelter) ____ Gaiters (boot-to-pants covers) ____ Mukluks or Snow Boots ____ Small Insulated Pad (for sitting on) ____ Snowshoes ____ Sunglasses ____ Waterproof Over-Mittens ____ Waterproof Over-Trousers