GENERIC PACKING LIST
FOR WEEKEND CAR CAMPING
CLOTHING Worn or stored in Ziploc baggies to keep dry)
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Underwear (1 worn, 2 packed) |
Undershirt (optional – worn while sleeping) |
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Troop T-Shirt (worn while traveling) |
Troop Class A uniform (only when directed) |
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Shirt (long sleeve) |
Shorts (optional – worn while sleeping) |
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Shirt (T-shirt – no inappropriate wording) |
Camp shoes (optional: moccasins, etc.) |
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Pants (1 pair worn, 1 pair packed) |
Cap/Hat (optional – as appropriate) |
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Shoes (comfortable & well broken-in) |
Rain gear (optional, but always a good idea) |
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Socks (1 pair worn, 2 pair packed) |
Windbreaker/Jacket/Coat (as appropriate) |
PERSONAL GEAR
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Pack, suitcase, etc. (for carrying clothing) |
Tent (2-4 man, shared with other scouts) |
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Cup (unbreakable: plastic, metal, etc.) |
Ground Cloth (7' x 4', waterproof) |
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Plate (unbreakable: plastic, metal, etc.) |
Foam Pad (for sleeping on, 3/4" or better) |
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Spoon "Sporks" are acceptable |
Sleeping Bag (40° or better) |
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Fork "Sporks" are acceptable |
Pillow (optional) |
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Bowl(unbreakable: plastic, metal, etc.) |
Sheet (optional – inside sleeping bag) |
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Flashlight (New batteries or extra set!) |
Shower shoes (optional) |
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Wrist watch (optional – nothing expensive) |
Toilet Paper (in Ziploc bag) |
PERSONAL HYGIENE
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PERSONAL FIRST AID KIT
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Bath Towel / Wash Cloth |
Bandaids |
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Bath Soap |
Sunscreen (as appropriate) |
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Hair shampoo (optional) |
Mosquito repellant (as appropriate) |
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Tooth brush & Toothpaste |
Small scissors, nail clippers, etc. (optional) |
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Hair comb/brush |
Sewing kit (optional) |
FORBIDDEN ITEMS
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MEDICATIONS
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Anything illegal (drugs, cigarettes, etc.) |
All medications (over-the-counter & prescription drugs) must be given to the Trip Leader before departing with explicit directions on use, e.g., dosage amounts, times to be given, frequency, etc. |
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Video games* |
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Radios, CD players, etc. * |
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Candy, snacks, food NO food in tents)* |
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*Check with Scoutmaster for exceptions. |
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