A scout's safety and
enjoyment at any
troop activity begins with having proper equipment. The following
is a list of useful and necessary items:
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Scout Uniform
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scout shirt with
correct patches
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scout pants
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scout socks
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scout web belt
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scout hat/cap
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scout neckerchief and
slide
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scout handbook
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sleeping bag - rated for
zero degrees
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foam sleeping pad
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backpack
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good head-to-toe rain
gear. At minimum,
a heavy weight poncho
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Hiking Boots - waterproof,
comfortable, proper
fitting
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mess kit and reusable
utensils (spoon, fork,
knife)
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good quality 2 D-cell
flashlight
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scout knife
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water bottle or canteen
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long underwear (NOT cotton)
-
compass
For uniforms and other scouting items, kindly check out the official BSA retail website -- www.scoutstuff.org -- for a list of local scout shops in the area.
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