Standard Gear List
For years I would put our a gear list with every camp flyer - not anymore - now we have the standard list and if anything special is needed, only then does it go on the flyer. This helps both our youth members and parents aquire the set of equipment that will be needed. Don't go out and buy everything on this list. Buy slowly and carefully, wait for the camping supplier sales - they all have some rippers from time to time. It is also worth asking in store if they have any superseded stock. I've bought a $300 sleeping back for $90 because it wasn't "this year's colour" and bought two $1000 hike tents for $100 each because they didn't have their pegs. I bought suitable light weight pegs in the same store for $40 a set. It never hurts to ask!
What does this list apply to?
This list is applicable to all camps, sleep overs and other activities where overnight stay(s) are involved except lightweight hiking and camps more than four nights. This list is the minimum – bring anything else you may want except Aerosols.
Sleeping
· Stretcher (steel frame highly recommended – others are worthless and will get broken)
· Sleeping mat (foam is ok, self-inflating is better)
· Wool blanket (stays warm when wet)
· Sleeping bag (rated for season +10 for summer, at least +0 for winter)
· Sleeping bag liner if desired (cotton or silk for summer, flannel or polar fleece for winter)
· Pillow
Kitchen & Eating
Dilly bag (cotton drawstring bag is best) containing:
· Cutlery (Knife, Fork, Spoon) – camping kits ok, from home is fine too
· Bowl, plate and cup (suitable for hot drinks) NOT enamel use plastic or stainless steel
· Tea towel
Clothing
· Raincoat with hood or hat – this is mandatory regardless of weather prediction
· Warm top (wool jumper preferred as they stay warm when wet)
· One pair of pants, one pair shorts, one pair tracksuit pants (for evenings & emergencies)
· Shoes (runners are generally ok if feet won't get wet), volleys are not ok, 2nd pair desirable
· One pair/set undies, two pairs of socks, one t-shirt for each night
· All clothes are to be sun safe – no spaghetti string tops, tank tops or sleeveless t's
· Wide brimmed sun hat when appropriate, beanie for cold times
Toiletries
· Towel
· Facecloth
· Toothbrush and toothpaste
· Soap in a soap box
· Shampoo / Conditioner if wanted
· Stick or roll on deodorant (NO aerosols)
· Stick, roll on or hand pump Insect Repellent (NO aerosols)
· Sunscreen (depending on location & season)
· Lip balm if wanted
· Crocs, thongs, or sandals for shower (to avoid foot fungus & tinea)
· Pads or tampons for girls (even if not that time – just in case)
· Personal first aid kit (bandaids, triangle bandage, safety pins, gauze bandage, wound pad, saline tube)
Other Items
· Travel style board games (any non-electronic game is ok)
. Torch
· Pack of cards and poker chips
· If video facilities available (you'll be told) a G or PG DVD
· Books are ok in case of poor weather but we prefer the Scouts socialise rather than solo read.
- Chair
Note that unless specifically allowed; electronics such as: MP3, radio, phones, etc. are NOT to be brought – they will be confiscated if seen.
For your convenience, this list is attached to this article as a PDF file.
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