Backpack Inspection List
The following items should be included in your backpack for all non-backpacking campouts and backpack inspections. Each scout must pass an anual backpack inspection to qualify for the canoe trip and all backpacking trips.
Camping/Backpacking Items
- 50 ft of 1/8” Nylon line
- Backpack with bellyband
- Backpack cover
- Candle & Matches (waterproof)
- Chapstick & Sunscreen
- Comb (or brush)
- Compass & Whistle (plastic)
- Emergency Change (two quarters)
- First Aid Kit (personal with moleskin)
- Flashlight (with spare batteries & bulb)
- Ground cloth
- Insect Repellent
- Kleenex (pocket pack)
- Mattress (ThermaRest –type or foam pad)
- Mirror (Metal or Plastic)
- Paper/Pen or Pencil
- Paper plates & Utensils (fork & spoon)
- Frisbee
- Pocket knife (& Toten Chip)
- Scout handbook
- Sewing kit (with Safety pins)
- Sierra Cup
- Sleeping bag (to +15 degrees)
- Soap (or Camp Suds)
- Tooth brush & tooth paste
- Towel
- Trash bags (two 30 gallon)
- Watch
- Water bottles (two 1 liter)
Clothing Items
- Scout Shirt*
- Scout Belt*
- Troop or Scout Hat*
- Troop (or scout) T-shirts (two)
- Underwear (two pair)
- Shoes (extra pair)
- Stocking Cap
- Rain Gear
- Troop Jacket or Windbreaker
- Sweatshirt
- Long pants
- Socks (two pair white/ one heavy wool)
- Long Sleeve shirt
Seasonal Items
- Gloves (Oct – Mar)
- Long Johns (Oct – Mar)
- Heavy Jacket (winter)
- Shorts (Apr – Sep)
Optional Items
- Hiking boots
- Swimsuit
- Sunglasses
- Wick-dry socks
- Shade Hat
The troop recommends that all clothing items be packed in plastic bags.
* Travel Uniform -To be worn to and from Campouts.