This week we had a 2 mile warm up hike today.  We also looked at packs.  The boy's gear ranged from 20 lbs. to 40 lbs.  The leaders gear was a bit heavier.  Below is a guide to help with packing.  Some of these things can be shared, others will be necessary. If you have any questions ask me.

Description	Contents
Essentials Kit	Matches and/or lighter Compass Space Blanket (for emergency) Pocket knife or multi tool Vaseline, sunscreen, lip balm, insect repellent 2 meter's nylon cord (rope) headlamp / flashlight toilet paper, diaper wipes, & Kleenex Hand sanitizer  medications
Clothing	5 pair socks either hiker socks or non-cotton athletic socks 1 athletic long sleeve shirt 2 athletic t-shirt 2 pair athletic shorts 1 pair athletic nylon pants 1 hat 5 pair Underwear
Rain Gear	Poncho or rain suit.  Breathable is better
Shelter	Tent sleeping bag Sleeping pad Small pillow or a pillow case (stuff with clothes to make a pillow)
Cooking	Stove (with wind screen) Small pot, 3-4 cup fuel bottle (full-Know how much fuel you need) Sierra cup / mess kit Silverware (spoon/fork)
Hydration	There will be one or two water filters the boys can use.  They work best with a 1 liter wide mouth lexan (nalgene) bottle 2 L worth of water bottles
Food packed so that it is easy to put into a bear box.	5 dinners (pack one extra of each just in case) 5 breakfasts 5 lunches 10 trail snacks
First Aid	Basic first aid including moleskin,
Toiletries	travel toothbrush, tooth paste, & body wash, lightweight towel