We’ve heard of the 10 Essentials in Scouting, but why 11 or even 12?
The Essentials:
1) Pocketknife (with Totin’ Chip in your Scout Handbook cover or wallet!)
2) Rain gear
3) Trail food
4) Flashlight or headlamp with extra batteries
5) Extra clothing
6) First-aid kit
7) Sun/bug protection
8) Map and compass
9) Matches/Fire starter (with Fireman’s Chit in your Scout Handbook or wallet!)
10) Water bottle (1-liter preferred)
11) Tampons and/or pads (all Scouts regardless of age/store in a ziplock bag). You never know…
12) Whistle (optional, but strongly recommended) Blow it three times if you’re lost. I mean, why wouldn’t you have a whistle?
***Your daypack should always be ready. Keep it in the hallway closet or mudroom and whenever you head out for adventure (in or out of Scouting) you’re prepared! Your daypack is also a great place to put your Scout Handbook. Just keep it in a ziplock bag in case it rains! Never keep your daypack in your tent. It’s a smellable because of several of the items in it. Store it with other smellables so you don’t become a tasty snack for the local wildlife!***
Welcome to Troop 2018! 