Boy Scout Troop 37 Overnight Backpacking Checklist
Essential Items
___Compass
___Map of Area
___Flashlight/Headlamp
___Matches & Fire Starter
___First Aid Kit (pain reliever, assorted bandages, moleskin, sterile gauze compresses, tape,
prescription medications (3 day supply))
___Pocket Knife
___Water bottle
___Snacks/Food
___Rain Gear
___Hat/sunscreen/lip balm/sun glasses
___Duct tape
Important Items
___Backpack w/rain cover or large trash bag
___Tent w/rain fly, footprint & stakes or tarp (can be shared) or Bivy sack
___Sleeping pad
___Sleeping Bag (rated for time of year)
___Water filter or chemical water treatment
___Mess kit etc for boiling water/cooking/eating
___Mug/Cup
___Eating Utensils (lexan spoon is all that is necessary)
___Stuff sack and 50 ft. Parachute cord (can be shared)
___Stove w/fuel (can be shared)
___Toilet Paper (in zip lock bag)
___Badana (multi use)
___Underwear 1 pair
___Long underwear, lightweight ploypro long sleeve top & bottoms
___Tshirts 1 cool max type is best
___Long sleeve shirt
___Socks 2 pair, smart wool
___Sock liners 1 pair lightweight nylon
___Hiking boots
Good Items
___All purpose biodegradable soap
___Toothbrush & toothpaste
___Extra water bottle
___Bug Repellent
___Hand towel
Nice Items (if weight permits)
___Small shovel for digging cat holes
___Sandals, lightweight as a camp shoe
___Swim suite
___Sitting pad
___Lantern
___Camera
___Binoculars
___Hiking poles