Here’s a list for a Friday–Sunday winter campout. Pack for cold temps, snow, rain, and icy ground. Use a tool like lighterpack to calculate weight and check things off as you pack them.
Necessities
Backpack
First-Aid Kit
Hammock
Headlamp or flashlight + extra batteries
Mess kit
rain gear or poncho
Scout Handbook
Tent/fly/poles/groundsheet
Water bottle/nalgene (no bladders)
Clothing
Camp shoes
1 Class A Uniform
Glove liners (optional)
2–3 moisture-wicking base layer tops (thermal/polypropylene)
Neck gaiter or balaclava
2 pairs of long underwear (thermal base layer bottoms)
2 pairs of pants (snow pants or lined hiking pants preferred)
1 pair of fleece/sweatpants (for sleeping or layering)
2 pairs of long pants (Quick-dry preferred)
3 pairs of underwear (Moisture Wicking)
3–4 pairs of wool/synthetic socks (no cotton!)
2–3 thermal or fleece mid-layer shirts
1 warm jacket (puffy or insulated)
warm hat
Waterproof winter boots with good tread
Waterproof insulated gloves (and one extra pair)
Tools/Extras
Compass
Hand/foot warmers (optional but great)
multi-tool
Paracord/rope
Pocketknife (Totin’ Chip Required)
repair kit
Sit Pad/ Folding Chair
Sunglasses
Sleeping Gear
Emergency blanket (under pad or inside bag)
Extra blanket (optional)
Foam sleeping pad (closed-cell preferred)
Optional: second pad (air pad on top of foam)
Pillow or stuff sack with clothes
Sleeping bag liner (adds warmth)
Sleeping bag rated to 0–20°F (or layer two bags)
Toiletries & Personal Hygiene
Baby wipes (non-freezing)
Biodegradable soap
Deodorant
Hand sanitizer
Medications (in original containers — turn in if required)
Small towel or washcloth
Tissues or small TP roll (in ziplock)
Toothbrush + toothpaste
Food & Cooking Gear
Any assigned patrol food or cooking gear
Insulated mug with lid (essential for hot drinks)
No personal food unless instructed — it attracts wildlife!
