- Backpacks
- Tents
- Sleeping Bags
- Eating-ware
- Misc
There are two types of backpacks to consider when purchasing.
Internal Frame
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These types of backpacks have an internal frame, as opposed to an external bar.
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They are best used for mountaineering or rugged hiking, as they hug the body better.
External Frame
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These types of backpacks have an external metal bar for support.
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These are good beginner backpacks, they're normally not as complicated as internals.
This is a basic backpacking 2-person tent. It will pack small and is great for backpacking and car-camping.
You are going to need a mummy bag, they provide more insulation and are better for backpacking since they pack smaller.
The main differences in sleeping bags are their temperature ratings. A good rating for the kind of camping you'll be doing in scouts is
15°-25° F. This means you will be comfortable down to those temperatures.
There are also two categories of sleeping bags: synthetic and down. Down packs smaller and is warmer, but if it gets wet it will take forever to dry. Synethetic, while being heavier, bulkier, and not as warm, will keep you warm even when it gets wet.
Eureka Cimmaron 15 Degree - $53.99
You will need a bowl and spork, preferably
these:
For a cup you can pick anything, but something
light and made of lexan (hard plastic) is preferred. You also may want a plate, they come in handy.
- Knife
- Compass
- Water bottle
- Sleeping Pad (optional)
- Carabiners
- Stuff sacks
Victorinox Swiss Army Camper - $23.99
Silva Polaris Compass - $11.99
It's not required to have a sleeping pad, but it makes sleeping on the ground a lot more tolerable. It decreases heat loss through the ground and negates bumpy rocks.
Thermarest TrailPro Sleeping Pad - $69.98
