The following lists are taken from the Boy Scout Handbook, and the Camping merit badge book. The first each Scout should have. The second can be purchased, or borrowed from the troop library.
You may bring other gear as well, but remember you must carry your own equipment. Bring only what you need.
If you are new to camping, don’t feel that you need to rush out and spend a lot of money on the best equipment available. Talk to experienced Scouts, and look at garage sales and thrift stores. You need not even have a pack, though you will find it much easier to carry gear than a duffel bag.
Do not bring gear in a garbage bag, suitcase, or other container not suited to camping. These will not be loaded for transport and you may not be allowed to go on the campout.
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Pocket knife |
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First aid kit |
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Extra clothing |
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Extra shoes |
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Rain gear |
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Canteen or water bottle |
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Flashlight & batteries |
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Personal hygiene items |
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Short sleeve shirt |
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Tee shirts |
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Hiking shorts |
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Long pants |
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Sweater or jacket |
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Underwear |
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Spare socks |
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Hiking boots or shoes |
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Hat with brim for shade |
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Rain gear |
(avoid cotton)
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Long sleeve shirt |
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Wool shirt |
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Long pants |
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Wool sweater |
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Long underwear |
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Spare socks |
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Insulated coat with hood |
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Wool stocking cap |
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Warm gloves |
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Water proof boots |
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Scout outdoor essentials |
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Clothing for the season |
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Pack, or duffel bag |
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Sleeping bag (30o) |
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Sleeping pad |
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Tent and ground cloth |
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Knife, fork, spoon, cup |
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Soap and towel |
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Toothbrush, paste, floss |
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Comb |
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Medicines needed |
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Long pants |
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Sweater or jacket |
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Underwear |
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Spare socks |
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Hiking boots or sturdy shoes |
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Watch |
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Camera & film |
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Notebook, pencil or pen |
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Scout handbook |
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Insect repellent |
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Sunglasses |
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Map and Compass |
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Religious book |
Carry these items in a day pack, fanny pack or utility belt. Some may be carried in your pockets if they will not chafe. Carry extra water if the weather is very warm.
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Pocket knife |
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Personal first aid kit |
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Extra socks |
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Rain gear or poncho |
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1 quart water bottle |
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Small flashlight |
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Trail food/energy snack |
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Sun protection |
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Map and Compass |
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Hiking stave |
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Hat and sunglasses if sunny |
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Extra clothing if weather is colder |
Store in a small container that can be taken with you on hikes and campouts.
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Moleskin for blisters |
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A variety of adhesive bandages |
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A small role of adhesive tape |
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Several sterile gauze pads |
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Anaseptic cream |
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Change for several phone calls. |
Your basics are the same as for most campouts, with the cold weather clothing. But you need to put an emphasis on staying warm and dry.
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Waterproof shell pants |
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Waterproof boots |
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Waterproof, breathable jacket |
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Rain gear (to fit over all layers) |
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Spare clothes in plastic bag |
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Sleeping bag(0o or better) |
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Waterproof gloves |
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Glove liners. Silk or synthetic |
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Sun glasses |
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Lib balm |
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Extra ground cloth (inside) |
The following information is taken from the Backpacking merit badge pamphlet.
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Pack |
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Boots |
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Socks |
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Clothing for the season |
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Sweater or jacket |
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Parka or coat |
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Rain gear |
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Hat |
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Foam Pad |
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Sleeping bag |
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Tent, stakes & groundcloth |
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Stove & fuel bottle (filled) |
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Cook kit & utensils |
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Spoon, bowl, cup |
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First aid kit |
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Pocket knife |
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Matches |
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Canteen |
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Flashlight, extra bulb & batteries |
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Sun and insect protection |
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Whistle |
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Toothbrush, paste, floss |
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Soap and towel |
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Notebook, pencil, pen |
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Repair kit |
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Cord |
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Bear bag & rope |
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Emergency coins |
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Watch |
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Bandannas |
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Map & compass |
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Toilet paper |
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Sneakers or moccasins |
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Camera (optional) |
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Hiking stick (optional) |
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Food |
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Backpack |
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Sleeping Pad |
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Sleeping Bag |
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Boots |
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Tennis Shoes |
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Undershorts (5) |
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Cotton socks (5) |
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Wool Socks (1) |
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Shorts (2-3) |
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Long Pants |
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T-shirts (2-3) |
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Long Sleeve Shirt |
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Jacket |
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Hat/ Cap |
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Towel |
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Garbage Bag (2) |
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Swim Suit |
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Sun Block |
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Poncho / Rain Jacket |
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Chapstick |
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Pocket Knife |
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Ivory Soap (bar) |
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Clothes pins (4-6) |
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Comb |
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Toothbrush & Toothpaste |
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Flashlight & Spare Batteries |
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Sun Glasses |
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Cup |
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Watch |
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Film & Camera |
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Note Pad & Pen / Pencil |
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Scout Book |
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Merit Badge Pamphlets |
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Nylon Cord (50’) |
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Personal First Aid Kit |
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Mosquito Repellent |
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Fishing Gear & License |
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Wallet / Med. Card |
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Patrol Box |
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Chef Kit (utensils) |
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Cook Kit (pots) |
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Liquid soap |
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Scrub pads |
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Scouring pads |
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Cooking oil |
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Paper towels |
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Duty Roster & Safety Chart |
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Condiments |
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PERSONAL GEAR
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Backpack |
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Ensolite Pad |
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Sleeping Bag |
Boots |
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Tennis Shoes |
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Undershorts (2-3) |
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Cotton socks (2-3) |
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Wool Socks (2-3) |
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Shorts (2) |
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Long Pants |
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Tee Shirts (2-3) |
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Long Sleeve Shirt |
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Jacket |
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Hat / Cap |
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Towel |
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Garbage Bag (2) |
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Nylon Cord (50’) |
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Bandanna (2) |
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Poncho / Rain Jacket |
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Waterproof Matches |
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Pocket Knife |
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Ivory Soap (bar) |
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Clothes pins (4-6) |
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Comb |
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Toothbrush & Toothpaste |
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Flashlight & Spare Batteries |
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Spoon |
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Sierra Cup (2) |
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Sun Glasses |
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Tylenol |
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Chapstick |
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Band-Aids (6-10) |
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Moleskin |
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Mosquito Repellent |
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Clothes Pins |
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Wallet / Med. Card |
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Pad & Pencil |
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Medicine |
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Plastic Whistle |
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Camera & Film |
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Watch |
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Fishing Gear & License |
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Snacks |
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Fuel Bottle |
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Sun Screen |
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Tent |
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Ground Cloth |
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Stove |
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Pots (2) |
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Food |
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Scouring Pad |
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Liquid Soap/Dish Towel |
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Condiments |
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Cooking Oil |
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Wood Spoon |
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Mountain Money |
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Trowel |
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Medicals |
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Storage Bag (food) |
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Filter Pump |
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Fry Pan |
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