Cold weather is one of the hardest conditions to pack for.  There can be all types of weather during the winter, including blizzards, rainstorms, hailstorms, and just freezing temperatures.  It is important that you pack all the gear needed for a trip in cold weather.

Clothing:

  • Heavy winter coat
  • Heavy gloves
  • Snowpants
  • Thermal underwear
  • Wicking shirts
  • 3+Pairs of socks (weekend trip)
  • Multiple pairs of underwear
  • 2 changes of clothes (weekend trip)
  • Thermal headwear
  • Winter boots/hiking boots
  • Other troop recommended apparel

Equipment:

  • <20 degree mummy bag (mummy bag is recommended, but any other will do)
  • Sleeping pad-a must
  • Ground cloth for a tent (if not provided by troop)
  • Water bottle (you can get dehydrated even if its 25 degrees outside and snowing)
  • Matches
  • Compass
  • First Aid kit
  • Day Pack
  • HAND WARMERS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Hygiene/Toiletries

  • Toothbrush+toothpaste
  • Facecloth and soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Sunscreen (yes, you can get sunburned in winter)
  • Insect Repellant
  • Gold Bond-a must

Optional Gear:

  • Camera
  • Notebook and pen/pencil
  • Playing cards
  • Sunglasses
  • Pocketknife
  • Sports items