Ken,

It sounds like you're very much on track with your planning. The specific recommendations from the other scouters provide excellent details and qualifiers. I don't think I have a lot of specifics to add.

I am including one of our general checklists for routine outings for our troop. This form was originally a 3-columned checklist. The form is normally included with several other forms, but tries to cover several bases in the event that are omitted. I am obviously including this list to illustrate the content, not the form. Since our troop is in a warm climate, that does affect our general choices as well as contingency planning. I hope this helps.

Incidentally, I had originally drafted this post before seeing that of "Be Prepared." After reading his post, I see illustrative differences in our troops. My troop usually provides tents and some other large equipment. That is exactly the kind of information that parents need to learn before buying equipment for their sons. So warn parents to ask what paraphernalia their prospective troops will provide. If they later prefer to opt for different gear, they will hopefully make learned choices based on their experience.

Good luck,

John



Parents and Scout's INFORMATION:
Event: Miles to drive:
Location: Date(s):
Coordinator: Phone:
Home Contact During Event: Phone:
Depart: Date: Time am/pm Meet 30 min earlier at the Church.
Return: Date: Time am/pm at Place: the Church.
Cost per Scout: Food: $ Please pay to: Patrol leader Money for food $



EQUIPMENT for Outing: X=required O=optional r=recommended E=Ten Essentials+:
_x___Pocketknife E
_x___Flashlight, Spare Batteries, E
& Spare Bulb
_x___Compass E
__r__Whistle
__r__Mirror
__r__50' x 1/8" Rope
__r__Duct Tape
_x___Matches (watertight contanr), Hot Spark, & Tinder E
_x___First Aid Kit E
__r__3 Large Trash Bags
__o__Insect Repellent
_x___Sunglasses E

__x__Hat E
__x__Sunscreen E
__r__Bandana
_____Wool Watch Cap
_____1-3 Tee Shirts E
_____ Pairs Under Shorts
_____ Long Underware
_____Class "A" Shirt
_____2-3 Pairs Sock Liners E
_____2-3 Pairs Wool Socks E
_____1-2 Pairs Pants
_____1-3 Pairs Shorts
_____1-2 Pants/Shorts E
_____Hiking Boots
_____Extra Shoes (Tennis)
_____Windbreaker/Jacket (Light)
_____Warm Jacket
_____Gloves
___x__Poncho E
_____Mittens or Gloves
_____Swim Trunks
_____Aqua Socks
_____Sleeping Bag
_____Sleeping Pad
_____Pillow/Equivalent
_____Plastic Ground Cloth
____2 Water Bottles (wide mouth prefr'd E
_____Trail Mix E
_____Day Pack
_____Backpack (w. spare pins)


_____Duffel Bag
____Toiletry Kit w/ Comb,Toothbrush,
Toothpaste, Soap, & ToiletPaper
_____Towel
_____Lip & Hand Balm
_____Personally Needed Medicine
(Listed on Medical Forms)
__r__Sewing Kit (Small)
_____Mess Kit: Pot, Lid, Bowl, Cup,
Spoon, ( Fork?)
____Pot Holder, Scrub Pad, Detergent
____ Scout Book, Paper, Pen, Pencil
Personal Gear:
__o__Camera w/ Film
_____ Fishing Gear w Hard Case,Small Tackle Box
_____Swim Gear
_____Sack Lunch


My Scout, _______________________________, WILL_____ or WILL NOT_____ attend the Camping trip taking place 11/3 to 11/4. Also, if attending, I give my son permission to attend the above-mentioned event. I include the Medical Exam/History & Authorize to Treat; &Activities Consent.
Parent's Name: ______________________________, Parent Will________or Will Not_____attend
I can drive To site_____________________ From site to home___________________
Parent's Signature _________________________ Date: ______________