Night | Weather | Equipment | Safety | Meals |
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What are pajamas
Changing into these before bed will help you stay warm
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What is a poncho
You carry this with you in case it rains
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What are trash bags
Bring these with you to help leave your campsite better than you found it
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What is a first aid kit
This includes ice packs, tweezers, and band aids
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What is wash/sanitize your hands
Before cooking or touching food it is important to do this
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What is a mattress pad or air mattress
This item can make sleeping outdoors more comfortable
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What is sunblock/sunscreen
This item protects your skin when the weather is nice
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What is a knife
This item may be needed for food prep, hanging a clothes line, or preparing a marshmallow stick
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What is a buddy
You must have one of these everywhere you go
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What is gorp or trail mix
Best snack to take on a hike
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What is a flashlight or headlamp
Make sure this item has fresh batteries
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What is a hat
Small item that keeps you warm day or night
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What are wooden matches
These items help create the spark for cooking or campfire
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What is a whistle
If you are lost in the woods, someone will hear you if you use this piece of equipment
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What is food (NOTE: this means any food product - gum, beverages except water, or snacks of any kind even if they are wrapped)
This should never ever be in your tent
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What is a tent
You need to put this together before you can use it
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What is a jacket or outer layer
Fleece or wool are the best fabrics for this clothing article
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What is a mess kit
If you don't bring this, it might be hard to eat your meals
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What is cooking/working near a fire
Your hair should be in a ponytail or securely wrapped and necklaces should be removed when you are doing this
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What is 1/2 of your body weight in ounces (Example: if you are 80lbs, you should drink 40 ounces of water)
When participating in physical activities it is important to drink this amount of water in a day
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What is a sleeping bag
When it's time for bed you climb into this and zip it up
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What is cotton
This fabric is not recommended for camping or outdoor adventures because it stays wet a long time
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What is a bandana
This item has many uses from covering your hair to drying your hands to holding your treasures
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What is drink water
It is critical to do this to prevent overheating
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What is protein
It is very important to eat food high in this when camping and hiking
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