DayHikelist

                                      Packing for a Day Hike   BSA Troop 62 Scotia, NY

The Boy Scout Handbook has lots of information in Chapter 8 (page 207) about appropriate gear. You should be able to pack everything in a light daypack. Line your daypack on the inside with a plastic bag to keep everything dry. Wear a pair of hiking boots which have been broken in. Here�s a suggested packing list based on the Scout Outdoor Essentials
1.   Pocketknife � useful for cutting rope, snacks
2.   First aid kit � each patrol should have one. Include bandaids, tape, moleskin. If you�re on medication LET THE SCOUT LEADER KNOW.
3.    Extra clothing � its best to dress in layers. Instead of wearing one big coat, wear a light nylon or other water resistant jacket and a sweater. Always bring along an extra pair of socks, a hat (even in good weather), and extra shirt or sweater.
4.    Rain Gear � Wear a water resistant/proof jacket and have some nylon pants available. If this is your first hike you don�t need to buy them, but avoid wearing all cotton clothing, like jeans, because they absorb water and lose their ability to keep you warm when wet.
5.   Water Bottle � a reusable plastic soda bottle works fine. Avoid the heavy metal canteens and anything that you wear around your neck.
6.     Flashlight � You don�t want to carry a monster foglight. A small dependable 2 battery AA flashlight works fine. Carry an extra pair of batteries and CHECK THE BATTERIES BEFORE LEAVING.
7.    Trailfood � something to snack on � raisins, small carrots, cereal, M&M�s, granola bars or make your own Gorp. Bring a lunch for this trip as well.
8.    Matches and firestarter
9.   Sun protection � sunglasses protect your eyes from the sun as well as branches. We can apply the SunBlock at the trailhead.
10.   Map & Compass
11.   Toilet tissue � not on the scout official list but a few sheets in a plastic bag can be a bottom saver.
12.   Clothes for the Ride Home � It is always a good idea to have an extra shirt, pants, socks and comortable shoes for the ride home. Keep them in a bag and leave them in the car.