Big Stuff

______ Backpack (External frame with hip belt)
______ Sleeping bag (backpacker's type, nylon cover with 3 lb synthetic fill)
______ backpackers sleeping pad
______ Plastic ground cover, 4' X 6'
______ Backpacker's shelter w/stakes (troop supplied)
______ Trash can liner (30 Gallon to cover backpack at night)
______ Rope or heavy line (>20')
 

Little Stuff

______ Canteen with water
______ Knife (sharp)
______ Sunglasses
______ Matches (wooden, waterproofed) and/or lighter
______ Flashlight with new batteries
______ First aid kit (assorted Band-Aids, antiseptic wipes, mole skin, adhesive tape)
______ Emergency kit (Sewing kit, whistle, spare batteries and bulb, backpack repair pins)
______ Garbage bag.(for garbage/sleeping bag cover)
______ Compass (optional)
______ Fishing gear (optional)
______ Camera (optional)
 

Cooking Stuff

______ Plate and Cup
______ Fork, spoon, & spatula
______ Pots & pans
______ Camp suds
______ Dish towel
______ Nylon pot scrubber
______ Stove & fuel (troop supplied)
______ Food, salt, pepper, & spices
______ Zip-lock bags (left overs)
 

Toiletry Stuff

______ Toilet paper in plastic bag
______ Comb/brush
______ Camp suds
______ Hand towel
______ Toothbrush & paste
______ Chapstick
______ Sunblock
______ Insect repellent
______ Special drugs (give to the outing leader)
______ Braces, retainer, glasses, contact lens stuff (drops, case, mirror)
______ Feminine hygiene supplies
 

Clothing

______ Rain poncho/Wind breaker
______ Extra wool socks & Underwear
______ Stocking cap/ Hat with visor
______ Wool shirt
______ Gloves (leather work gloves / wool)
______ Extra pants & shirt (top)
______ Heavy pajamas or thermals or sweats
______ Warm weather clothes
______ Bandanna (two is better than one)
______ Handkerchief (you may substitute your bandanna)
______ Aqua socks
______ Swim suit (recommended on certain outings)
______ Bikini or halter top for warm weather hiking (optional)