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The Essentials
Any time a Scout goes on a camping trip or hike, he should always be prepared by carrying the following essential items in his pack. These essentials will allow a scout to survive in the outdoors in most emergency situations. The essentials are: ____ water bottle or canteen (with water in it!) ____ extra food (trail mix works great) ____ extra clothing (parka or wool sweater) ____ rain gear (a disposable poncho or garbage bag will do) ____ first-aid kit (see checklist below) ____ map and compass ____ matches (in waterproof case) and fire starter (cotton or candle in film can) ____ pocketknife ____ sun protection (sunscreen and/or hat) ____ flashlight with good batteries and of course there is the eleventh essential: ____ toilet paper and trowel (in zip-lock plastic bag) ____ WARM sleeping bag ____All personal Hygiene stuff ___ As much water as you can carry!! ___ A sack lunch for Saturday TOTAL WEIGHT SHOULD NOT EXCEED THE 1/3 THE SCOUT'S WEIGHT, MINUS TEN POUNDS. EXAMPLE: SCOUT WEIGHS 90 POUNDS. 1/3 IS 30 POUNDS. 1/3 MINUS 10 IS 20 POUNDS MAXIMUM.
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