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Troop Packing List - VA Beach Trip

SPECIFIC TO THIS TRIP:

o   Sunscreen!

o   Non-aerosol bug repellant

o   Bathing suit

o   Hiking boots

o   Shower shoes

o   Beach towel

  PERSONAL GEAR:

o   Sleeping bag/pad

o   Sheet (it can get hot!)

o   Flashlight with extra batteries

o   Compass

o   Tarp - 8x10

o   First Aid Kit

o   WATER BOTTLE or CAMELBACK

o   Day pack for activities

 TOILETRIES: (Shower facilities are available)

o   Toothbrush/toothpaste

o   Shower towel

o   Soap & Shampoo

o   Deodorant

o   Comb/brush

o   Baby or foot powder

o   Sunscreen

o   Shower Shoes

 CLOTHES:

o   Flip flops for beach and shower

o   Hiking boots for hike

o   Water shoes or canvas sneakers for those going kayaking - they may get wet/muddy!

o   Wicking socks (acrylic or wool)

o   Shorts (2 pair)

o   Underwear (2-3 pair)

o   Belt

o   Scout appropriate T-shirts (2-3)

o   Light jacket

o   Rain gear (rain suit preferred)

o   Hat

o   Sunglasses (optional but highly recommended)

o   Watch

o   Lightweight sleepwear

 OPTIONAL:

o   Pocketknife (Totin' Chip req'd)

o   Star charts for Astronomy

o   Field guides for wildlife, birds, shells, marsh animals, etc.

o   Small binoculars

o   Large, heavy trash bag (good for wet gear and LOTS of other uses!)

o   Frisbee, playing cards

o   Fire starters (Fireman Chit req'd)

o   Small pillow

o   Camp Chair

 

DON'T FORGET:

o   Wear your Class A uniform for travel.

o   Bring your Scout Handbook.

o   Bring a bag dinner for Friday

o   Bring any necessary meds in their original containers if possible, but at least clearly labeled.