Essentials
What size tents do we use as a troop?
Troop 413 uses 2 Person REI Backpacking Tents for trips.
What clothing material is not recommended for use in outdoor related activities?
Cotton
What does the term "backpacking" mean?
When you have to pack in and out everything you need for a trip
What does the term "Car Camping" mean?
When you are camping in close proximity to your vehicle.
What is the term used to describe clothing used during bad weather?
Raingear
Unrelated: Who is the best first officer in Trail Life?
James, because, well, duh :)
Name some clothing articles recommended for camping trips
What shouldn't you bring on a backpacking trip?
Any non-essential item.
Remember, Ounces = Pounds, Pounds = PAIN
What are you not allowed to bring on a car camping trip?
Electronic Devices, Pop-Tarts, sugary foods and drinks, bad attitudes, and anything else banned by the troop :)
What is a essential item for sunny trips, both warm and cold?
Sunscreen!
How many liters of water do you need for a typical troop trip?
2-3 for Car Camping
3-4 for Backpacking
What clothing is most important for Trail Life trips?
Class A for Travel
Class B for Activities
What should you put everything in inside your backpack?
Compression Bags: They save space and weight!
What should you bring for a car camping trip that you shouldn't for a backpacking trip?
(think food)
Bad food!
What should you bring for cold trips?
Hand Warmers, Jackets, Extra Layers, Gloves and Hat
What item should you bring for overnight trips?
Headlamp and a Lantern (no gas) and extra batteries!
Poly/Synthetic Fabric
What type of shoes and socks should you wear for a backpacking trip?
Hiking Boots (not Shoes) and Long Camping Socks (no cotton)
What is the single most important item everyone should carry on any trip?
First Aid Kit
When should you bring raingear?
EVERY. SINGLE. TRIP. EVER.
(it's troop 413, that's why)
What are the 4 most important things for a trip?
Food, Water, Shelter, Clothing
How many sets of clothes should you take for a typical trip?
Maximum 3-4, but at least 2 if you aren't (and shouldn't) wear much at night.
How much of your body weight should your pack weigh? Give an example
20% of your weight, so 24lbs for a 120lb person
Knives, Paracord, Extra Trash Bags, etc
What should you bring to protect your gear during bad weather?
Pack Covers, Waterproof backpacks, towels, tarps, or anything else that's waterproof