A list by Mr. Kirschner:
What to bring
- Backpacking Backpack (Troop will provide to boys that do not have)
- Sleeping bag
- Sleeping mat (e.g., Z-rest or inflatable pad) if available
- Hiking boots/shoes (waterproof if at all possible)
- Lightweight, closed toe camp shoes (NO sandals)
- 2 pairs liner socks. Wear 1, pack 1 (consider bringing a 3rd pair if using cotton socks, just in case they get wet)
- 2 pairs oversocks. (Wear 1, pack 1)
- 2 pairs of Hiking pants or shorts (wear 1, pack 1)
- 2 shirts (wear 1, pack 1)
- 2 pairs underwear (wear 1, pack 1)
- 1 fleece (or sweatshirt)
- 1 lightweight rain jacket
- 1 pair rain pants (if available)
- 1 cup
- 1 bowl
- 1 spoon
- Water bottles enough to carry 4 liters (can use Nalgene-type bottles, or empty 1 or 2 liter soda bottles work fine)
- Toothbrush (toothpaste can be shared by everyone)
- Small flashlight or headlamp
- Backpack cover (large trash bag will also work)
Things to consider bringing:
- Hat with brim (strongly recommended. Baseball cap ok)
- Lightweight Sleeping clothes (T-shirt, shorts, socks—will ONLY be used in sleeping bag, not for hiking)—also strongly recommended
- Sunglasses
- 1 or 2 bandannas if you have them
- Long-sleeve shirt (DuoFold, UnderArmour, etc) and/or long underwear, gloves, warm hat (if weather appropriate)
- Book to read/cards/Frisbee/other small entertainment (BUT NO ELECTRONICS)
- Journal
- Small pocket knife
- Small first aid kit (band-aids, Tylenol/ibuprofen, Antibiotic ointment, moleskin, anti-itch cream, etc)
Luxury items
- Backpacking pillow
- Lightweight hammock
- Camping chair
NOTE1: As much as possible, everything should be quick-dry, since wet cotton clothing can take a long time to dry out!
NOTE2: For the trip, everything should be packed in plastic bags (zip-lock bags recommended) in case of rain