Boy Scout Overnight Backpack Gear

Below is a list of items, which you should pack for an overnight (2 day) backpack trip. Include additional clothing and food for extra nights as needed. Those items noted with an “*” can be considered optional. Keep in mind that the more you bring, the heavier your pack will be. Those items marked (share) should be divided up among the patrol members. When we work together, we all have lighter packs!

Clothes:

Hiking boots (broken in)
2 pairs of hiking socks
2 pairs of shorts
2 class B tee shirts
1 long sleeve sweatshirt/fleece
1 long pants
Extra under garments
Rain jacket/poncho
Hat
Thermal underwear*
Swimsuit*
Camp shoes*
Water sandals*

Layering clothing is best way to stay warm and dry. Stay away from cotton if possible since it absorbs water easily. The detailed list discusses this more. Tent stuff:

2 man tent w/rain fly (share)
Poles; stakes
Ground tarp
Sleeping bag
Sleeping pad
Blow up pillow*

Cooking:

2-quart water bottles or camel back
Water filter or purification tablets
Propane backpack stove (share)
Fuel
Mess kit and utensils (share)
Waterproof matches
Cleaning supplies (share)
Food
Cup*

Food:
See food idea list for suggestions. Misc.:

Glasses/contacts
Toiletries/Hygiene products
Pocketknife
Flashlight with extra batteries
Compass
Reflecting mirror or equivalent
First aid kit
Medicine
TP
50 ft. rope
2 trash bags
Whistle
Sunscreen (share)
Watch
Towel*
Sunglasses *
Camera*
Pen; pad*
Fishing pole/lures (pack pole)*