Cool/Wet Weather Packing List

Recommend packing in storage tote, backpack or gym bag and put each day's set of clothes in a Ziploc bag.

Clothing and personal property should be permanently marked with Scout's name and Troop number.

warning

Medications must be in original containers with Scout's name, medication name and dose and in a plastic bag and then given to Leader prior to leaving for camp.

Hints for cold weather

• Put foot warmers in boots while getting dressed so they are so not as cold when putting them on.
• Put next day's clothes in sleeping bag before going to bed so they're warmer when getting dressed.

Clothing (adjust for weather forecast)

Fleece or other non-cotton recommended with clothing to improve wicking

• Official Scouting America Uniform
  • Wear to camp and other times during camp
• Socks-lightweight and heavy pair at least 2 for each day (avoid cotton socks; wool best for heavy layer)
• T-shirts (Class "B" and/or non-offensive)
• Long sleeve shirts-non-cotton for base layer
• Underwear (for each day + extra)
• Long Pants
• Long Sleeve Button Down Shirt
• Hooded sweatshirt
• Sleepwear
• Hiking and/or Winter Boots (broken in)
• Extra Pair of Shoes
• Raingear/Poncho (day pack or string bag)
• Warm Coat - suitable for camping
• Stocking cap (2) – one for the day and one to wear to bed if it will be cold
• Gloves/Mittens (2) – WATERPROOF – wet gloves drop body temp to dangerous levels

Toiletries/Hygiene

Showers may not be available on short term camps

• Lip balm
• Toothbrush and Toothpaste
• Comb or Brush
• Hair ties
• Deodorant
• Shampoo
• Soap in a carrier or plastic bag
• Towels and Washcloths
• Shower Shoes/cheap plastic sandals

Camping Gear

• Flashlight/lantern (with extra batteries)
• REUSABLE Water Bottle or Canteen
• Multiple plastic shopping bags and/or trash bags for wet/dirty items

Bedding

• Sleeping Pad
• Sleeping Bag or Blankets (multiple if colder; check temp rating on sleeping bag)
• Flat Twin Sheet – helps on warm nights
• Pillow and Pillowcase

Other Items (as applicable)

• Hand/foot warmers
• Bug Spray
• Personal First Aid Kit
• Medications (see note above)
• Scouts BSA Handbook—in ziploc
• MB Pamphlets/Work Sheets
• Bible/Prayer Book
• Watch
• Hat/Cap
• Pocket Knife - only if they have Totin' Chip
• Notebook and Pencils for Assignments
• Compass
• Camera and Film – disposable is good
• Money (not usually needed but may have a Trading Post with souvenirs and snacks and MB extra fees)
• Kleenex
• NO FOOD IN SCOUT'S BAGS OR TENTS
• NO Axes, saws, fireworks, other weapons
• Electronic devices are allowed but will have limited use and troop is not responsible for damaged/broken/lost