Hello, Troop 20!
There will be a troop meeting at the Parish Hall on Thursday 9/21 at 7PM.
Scouts planning to attend this weekend's Mt. Washington hike need to bring their backpack with all their gear in it for an equipment check.
Any time a Scout goes on a camping trip or hike, he should always be prepared by
carrying the following ten essential items in his pack. These essentials will allow a
scout to survive in the outdoors in most emergency situations.
The Outdoor (Ten) Essentials: (Boy Scout Handbook, p. 207)
__ Pocketknife (when you complete Totin’ Chip training)
__ First aid kit
__ Extra clothing
__ Rain gear
__ Water bottle (1 liter)
__ Flashlight or headlamp
__ Trail food
__ Matches/Fire starter (when you complete Firem’n Chit training)
__ Sun protection
__ Map and compass
Recommendation beyond the Ten:
__ Insect repellent
__ Toilet paper (small roll)
__ Whistle
Additional notes from Mr. B:
Extra clothing - One extra of each and a warm long-sleeve shirt, 1 pair of pants, 1 pair of hiking shorts.
Rain gear - Raincoat must fit over your warm long-sleeve shirt.
Water bottle - Filled with water.
Map and compass - Troop will have maps.
Insect repellent - Should not be needed for this trip.
Also needed:
__ Good hiking boots that fit well
__ Hiking socks - One to wear and one to pack
__ Winter hat - It will be cold overnight at about 3875ft. elevation in late September.
__ Gloves or mittens
__ Warm sleeping bag
__ Sleeping mat
Leave some extra room to pack food.