Outdoor Code

As an American, I will do my best to

Be clean in my outdoor manners,

Be careful with fire, Be considerate in the outdoors, and Be conservation minded.

􀂆 Scout Uniform full uniforms are worn when traveling to and from weekend activities unless specifically told otherwise

􀂆 Duffle bag or sports bag for gear no frame packs are allowed in tents, soft bags are allowed

􀂆 Water Bottle, filled a 1 liter bottle is enough for most weekends, bring more on hiking and backpacking trips

􀂆 Flashlight always keep this on you while traveling so you have it when you arrive

􀂆 Rain gear jacket and pants are preferred but a poncho will work

􀂆 Pocket knife may carry only if you have Totin Chip

􀂆 Rope 10-20 feet of small rope or thick cord

􀂆 Small roll of toilet paper

􀂆 Personal First Aid Kit bandaids, chapstick, moleskin, etc. - supplies for minor injuries only, Troop carries medical supplies and will administer first aid to Scouts

􀂆 Work gloves, leather or cotton

􀂆 Shirts and pants or shorts

􀂆 T-shirts and underwear, at least two pair

􀂆 Jacket, sweater, fleece depending on conditions

􀂆 Socks At least three pairs of socks, ONLY wool socks when cold

􀂆 Sturdy hiking shoes or boots waterproof boots are best when it rains, make sure they are broken in

􀂆 Extra shoes to wear around camp e.g., tennis shoes

􀂆 Pajama's or sweats (optional) you must have something clean and dry at night when it is cold

􀂆 Hat knit or fleece hats if it is cold and for sleeping at night, baseball hats or hats with a full brim for other times

􀂆 Sleeping bag you may need to supplement this with blankets when it is cold

􀂆 Sleeping pad or foam pad or blanket to insulate you from the cold ground and provide comfort

􀂆 Pillow optional

􀂆 Knife, fork and spoon Lexan or tough plastic is best because it doesn’t get hot

􀂆 Bowl and plate plastic is best because it doesn’t get hot, avoid metal

􀂆 Cup suitable for cold or hot drinks an inexpensive plastic insulated mug is great

􀂆 Soap camp suds is biodegradable and a little goes a long way

􀂆 Small towel and wash cloth

􀂆 Toothbrush, toothpaste, and dental floss

􀂆 Medications all personal medications must be given to the adult responsible for medications for the weekend

􀂆 Camera optional, inexpensive or disposables are a good choice

􀂆 Scout Handbook place the book in a zip lock bag to keep it dry and clean

􀂆 Watch because scoutmasters don't always know the time

􀂆 Pen and paper a small notebook is a good choice

􀂆 Small bottle of sun screen especially if it’s sunny and you are prone to sunburn

􀂆 Sun glasses optional

Note: The following electronic devices may not be brought & used while at camp: cellular telephones, pagers, radios, televisions, CD players, tape players, and any other gaming devices.  ABSOLUTELY NO FOOD IS ALLOWED IN TENTS!

YOU NEED TO PACK YOUR TUB YOURSELF!  Your Parents Won’t be There!

Everything needs to fit in your tub.

10 Scouting Essentials 

BACKPACKING EQUIPMENT LIST-- [Non-Winter] -- bring packed to shakedown Consider borrowing equipment you don't already own. Everything must be packed in. Keep weight down; bring as little as possible but be sure to bring essentials. Total pack weight is not to exceed 25% of body weight. All clothes, sleeping gear and food are stored in waterproof bags. [BB] = goes in bear bag, away from tent area. [SD] = stored in sump or dining area away from tent area. Basic Gear __ Frame pack with hip belt __ Pack cover (packs stay outside tent; heavy garbage bag OK) __ Sleeping bag/blankets in waterproof (garbage) bag __ Sleeping pad (optional) __ Hiking Boots (stiffest high-top shoes) - not on ground at night __ [BB if mix] Water bottles/canteen - 1 qt. for every 100 lbs. weight __ Extra plastic bags for trash, dirty clothes, etc. Camping/Hiking Gear __ Map (supplied) in ziplock bag __ Compass __ Pocket knife __ Small flashlight with extra/new batteries __ Whistle - accessible; not packed __ [BB] Matches in waterproof container Clothes (wearing + packing) __ Socks (2 heavy wool pairs, 2 liner pairs) __ Shorts/pants (2) and belt __ Shirts (2) __ Underwear (2) __ Sleepwear __ Lightweight jacket or wool/flannel shirt __ Poncho or rainsuit __ Hat & bandanna __ Sandles/light sneakers to relax in camp (optional) Toiletries/Personal (BB items not used after 5:00pm) __ [BB] Biodegradible soap __ [BB] Toothbrush/paste __ [BB] Sunscreen __ [BB] Lip balm __ [BB] Insect repellent __ [BB] Small first aid kit -- moleskin, bandages, drugs for medical conditions (allergies) or to self-administer (aspirin), copy medical form __ Toilet paper in ziplock bag (unscented or goes in BB) __ Woman's sanitary items in ziplock bag (packed out, scented or soiled goes in BB) __ Watch __ Money Cooking & Eating __ [BB] Food (suggestions below) __ [SD] Spoon/utensils __ [SD] Cup (preferably standard size or measuring) __ [SD] Pot for heating water, etc. __ [SD] Cleaning/scrub pad Shared with buddy __ Tent (novices avoid heavy and difficult-setup (Pinnacle) tents) __ Ground cloth for under tent (recommended) __ [SD] Backpacking stove & fuel (Can stove) __ Water filter, iodine or chlorine __ Light rope or twine (25 ft.) for lashing Shared Crew Equipment __ Bear bag __ 75-100 ft. rope __ Shovel or trowel (for catholes & sump) __ [SD] Sump strainer __ [BB] "Yummy" bag (food not passing through strainer is packed out) __ Dining fly (optional) __ [BB] Repair kit - needle, thread, duct tape, zip ties, etc. __ [BB] Crew first aid kit and medical forms __ Tour permit

SOME SIMPLE FOOD SUGGESTIONS (links to other recipes & menus given below) -- bring menu and food to shakedown

Breakfast	Lunch/snacks	Supper
Oatmeal Cream of Wheat cold cereal (bring dehydrated milk) hot chocolate powdered fruit drink (Tang)	Trail mix Granola bars beef jerky/pepperoni peanut butter & crackers cheese & crackers	Ramen Noodles Lipton Dinners (may need cooking oil to substitute for margarine) cup-o-soups instant potatos canned chicken/tuna

CANOE TRIPS

Canoe treks: Scouts should use the BACKPACK LIST AND REMEMBER: to bring some type of waterproof bag. Heavy-duty trash bags work fine, to be placed over your pack. Dry bags are great, but sometimes prove awkward in canoe carry situations. We suggest keeping clothing in several zip lock bags (You may swamp) or Trash Bags.

1. The key to keeping warm (but not hot) on the ski slopes is to layer. If you get to hot, you remove a layer. If you get to cold, you add a layer.
2. Tennis shoes are no good when going on a winter ski trip. They get wet (and soaked) too easy. Some kind of water resistant shoes or boots are best (for use when not on the slopes and for the drive up).
3. Bring a good pair of Sunglasses or Ski Goggles with a safety strap.  Sun protection for your eyes is NOT an option.

	1. Thermal underwear top and bottom
	2. Insulating Top Zip-in Fleece, pullover jacket or vest OR Wool or acrylic sweater OR Hoody
	3. Waterproof Jacket Parkas are insulated/ Shells are NOT insulated
	4. Waterproof Pants or Bibs Insulated or Shell or sports pants
	5. Socks  Wool/Acrylic or synthetic insulating sock
	6. Gloves Waterproof and insulated outer gloves
	7. Headwear (most heat loss occurs through the head and neck) Neck gators and facemasks may be used to shield the mouth, nose and neck or scarf Knit or fleece Hat Bike Helmets are a great way to combine safety and warmth Earbands or earwarmers provide protection for your ears
	8. Eyewear Sunglasses may also be used or goggles
	9. Bring a Good Attitude and Have Fun