Suggested Camping List

Below is a list of typical items to bring on a Pack 156 camping trip. Items brought by the pack are noted as such.

Shelter

• Ground Cloth/tarps. It’s a good idea to put one under a tent to protect the tent.

• Tent (with stakes)

• Cot, foam pads, or inflatable mattresses. Rocks are not fun to sleep on.

• At least 30° Sleeping Bags (the rating is what the bag will let you survive in, not what you be comfortable in)

• Camping Pillows

• Blankets

• Hand warmers (a few are great to boost warmth in a sleeping bag)

• Lanterns (electric or gas)

• Small Dustpan and brush to clean out dirt in a tent.

• Mosquito repellent

• Extra paracord

Eating

• Mess kits

• Roasting forks for hot dogs/marshmallows

• Salt/Pepper (Pack brings these)

• Coffee (usually helps to coordinate with the rest of the group)

  • Butane stove

  • Extra butane

  • Coffee

  • French press or coffee pot or even a big pot if you want to attempt cowboy coffee.

• A few napkins or a roll of paper towels

• Can opener (usually found on most utility pocket knives, pack brings this)

• Ziplock bags (Pack brings these)

Campsite

• Water

• Toothbrush and toothpaste

• Something fun for those times between activities, e.g. books, games, etc

• Snacks for those times where the next meal is just too far off.

• Camping Chairs*

• Wipes

• Soap

• Trash bags (Pack brings these)

• Towels for drying everything (might get dirty)

• Rubber mallet (Pack brings one)

• Toilet Paper (usually this is available but it doesn’t hurt to throw a roll in the back of the

car just in case)

Clothes

• Typical outdoor clothing (layers are a good idea)

• Jacket/hoodie (layers are good)

•  Hats/gloves

• Long thick socks (wool is best)

• Sleep Wear

  • Sweat pants

  • Long sleeve top

• Hiking shoes and slip-on shoes, e.g. crocs, for those late night bathroom runs

Carrying Gear (6 Essentials plus 1)

• First Aid Kit

• Whistle

• Sun protection (hat, sunscreen)

• Trail food

• Refillable water bottle

• Flashlight (head lamps or handheld and don’t forget extra batteries)

• Non-aerosol bug spray or wipes