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Winter Camp Checklist

Required Equiptment

  • Completed Medical form all Scouts and Adults
  • Sleeping bag and extra blanket(s)
  • Camping mat or pad
  • Complete winter uniform (Class A shirt, pants or jeans, socks, belt if needed)
  • Thermal underwear (see comments under “layered” clothing on next page)
  • Extra socks - plenty - minimum 5 pair
  • Extra shoes
  • Rain gear (poncho or raincoat)
  • Warm hat and/or a knit hat
  • Gloves or mittens
  • Handkerchiefs or bandannas
  • Several towels
  • Toiletry articles - soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, comb, shampoo, etc.
  • Folding knife (handy but not necessary if don’t already have one)
  • Flashlight
  • Scout Handbook, merit badge books, notebook and pen
  • Winter coat, sweater and jacket (for layering)
  • Duffel bag or backpack
  • Ground cloth (troop will provide)
  • Nalgene or water bottle
  • Camp chair

Optional Items

  • Religious book
  • Compass - suggested for Orienteering Merit Badge
  • Camera (inexpensive or disposable)
  • Fishing gear - required for Fishing Merit Badge
  • Spending money for Trading Post and if required for a Merit Badge
  • Inexpensive watch
  • Sun glasses (if you're lucky, you'll need them)
  • Waterproof boots (may be handy to have, but not necessary)

NO COTS. We are using troop tents, and they will not fit.