Gear List

All Outings

  • Back-pack/Duffle bag
  • Scout Book (essential)
  • First-aid Kit
  • Fanny pack (if planned hike)
  • Two refillable water bottles
  • Sleeping bag
  • Sleeping bag pad
  • Head-lamp/Flash light
  • Spare batteries
  • Pocket Knife (if credentialed to carry)
  • 15ft parachute cord (clothesline)
  • Toiletries (tooth brush/Paste…etc.)
  • Rain gear (top and bottom)
  • Back-pack cover (or large trash bag)
  • Hiking boots
  • Hiking socks (no cotton)
  • Sunblock (no aerosols)
  • Bug repellent (no aerosols)
  • Camp Chair
  • 1 Complete outfit per/day of camping: shirt, pants/shorts, socks, undergarment
  • Extra hiking socks
  • Toilet paper (if planned hike)
  • Hat With Brim for Shade (optional)
  • Bandanna (optional)
  • Hiking poles (optional)
  • Games (optional)
  • Snacks (optional)


Summer Additions

  • Shorts
  • Bathing suit
  • Towel
  • Crampons (optional)

Gear List-Day Hike

  • Whistle (pealess recommended)
  • Compass (optional)
  • Fanny pack
  • Two refillable water bottles
  • Hiking poles (optional)
  • Hiking boots
  • Hiking socks (no cotton)
  • Sunblock (no aerosols)
  • Bug repellent (no aerosols)
  • Snacks (optional)
  • Extra hiking socks
  • Toilet paper
  • Hat With Brim for Shade (optional)
  • Bandanna (optional)
  • Sun Glasses (optional)


Summer Camp

  • Swap sleeping bag pad for bug net
  • Swap backpack for trunk
  • Add: battery operated fan
  • Add: 4-6 3.5-foot dowels
  • Add: 4-6 tennis balls
  • Add: 2 towels
  • Add: 1 wash cloth
  • Add: shampoo/soap
  • Add: 2 Bathing Suits
  • Add: Class “A” uniform
  • Add: shower/water shoes
  • See also this list of items to bring (and not to bring) to camp


Winter Additions

  • Winter boots
  • Polypro thermal layer
  • Thermal socks (no cotton)
  • Thermal hat
  • Thermal gloves
  • Fleece Layer
  • Insulated Parka or Coat with Hood



Patrol Box Gear List


*** Updated April 2017 ***