Backpacking Gear List
Crew List (to be shared by crew members)
- 2-person tent (one for every 2 crew members; maybe be personal gear or borrowed from troop)
- Backpacking stove and crew cooking pot
- Camp suds dish soap
- Water filtration system
- Bear bag and ropes, carabiner
- Crew first aid kit
- Dining fly and stakes
Personal Gear List
Backpack
- 50-55 liter backpack is appropriate – all gear should fit inside with space left for crew gear
Sleep System
- Sleeping Bag (lightweight, 20° temp minimum)
- Sleeping pad (closed cell is best in cold weather)
Meal System
- Lightweight bowl
- Spoon or spork
- Heatproof cup
- 2-3 one liter water bottles (Smartwater bottles work well)
Clothing (should be packed in waterproof bag, such as Ziploc)
- Thermal underlayer (doubles as pajamas)
- Extra pair underwear
- 2 Extra pairs of socks
- Warm hat and gloves
- Lightweight fleece or down jacket (mid layer)
- Synthetic jacket or coat (top layer)
- Rain gear
- Sturdy Hiking shoes (preferably waterproof)
Accessories
- Ten essentials (first aid kit and compass are critical!)
- Headlamp or flashlight (headlamp is preferred for backpacking so that you can hike hands free)
- Sunscreen/lip balm (the sun is out even in cool weather)
- Toothbrush/toothpaste
- Hand sanitizer
- Toilet paper (estimated need for event)
- Small camp towel
- Small bottle of foot powder