Individual Scout Equipment List

 

Each Scout is responsible for his own personal gear.  A suggested list follows:

 

2 complete summer scout uniforms

Flashlight with extra batteries and bulb

6 extra T-shirts

Insect repellant

4 pairs of extra shorts / pants

Pocket knife (if you have Totin’ Chip)

8 pairs of socks

Pencil and paper

8 sets of underwear

Scout handbook

2 handkerchiefs

Merit badge pamphlets

Hiking boots (water resistant)

Book of faith

Close-toed shoes (no sandals)

Laundry money (washer & dryer available)

Swim trunks & towel (separate from bath towel)

Spending money

Sleepwear

Camera and film

1 pair long pants

Suntan lotion

Sleeping bag (for overnighter)

Camp chair

Pillow with case

 

Sweatshirt or jacket

Toiletry kit containing:

Raincoat or poncho

2 bath towels

Hat or cap

1 wash cloth

Day pack

Comb and brush

Watch with alarm

Soap and soap dish

Water bottle

Toothbrush and toothpaste

2 sheets and blanket / light-weight

Deodorant

 

All personal equipment and clothing should be clearly marked with the name and Troop number of the owner.  DO NOT leave valuable lying around in the Troop area.  Carry them along with you, even to the waterfront.  On occasion, outsiders do come through the woods.

 

What NOT to bring:

Bicycles

Pets

Hand held games

Sheath knife

CB radio

Fireworks

Radios

Generators

CD and tape players

 

Troop Equipment:

Patrol and Troop flags, coolers, propane lanterns, plastic or tarps, footlocker and lock, Troop library, props for skits, ropes for campsite improvements, articles for walkblock, scoutcraft tools