Philmont Packing List

PERSONAL GEAR
Backpacking Gear
Equipment	QTY	Philmont Comments	Troop 1865 Comments
Backpack	1	Large enough to be able to carry all personal gear and your share of crew gear.  65 to 75 L capacity recommended. Rental available with pack cover for $30	Make sure you read and understand the sizing and buyers guide Mr. Timm sent before you buy.  The troop has a limited number of packs to lend.
Pack Cover	1	Waterproof, durable cover that fits over full pack	Make sure it's big enough
Sleeping bag	1	Recommended comfort rating of 20 degrees and weigh less than 4 lbs.	Consider a bag liner to keep your bag clean.  This will also allow you to bring a lighter bag.
Waterproof stuff sack	1	For Sleeping Bag. Alternatively, use compression sack lined with plastic bag	A compressible dry bag is ideal.  You do not want a wet sleeping bag.
Sleeping pad	1	For padding and insulation from ground
Headlamp or flashlight	1	Durable and lightweight - Bring extra batteries.
Optional
Trekking poles		Use rubber tips to prevent trail erosion	Use rubber tips to prevent trail erosion
Pillow		Small, packable	Small, packable
Food & Water
Equipment	QTY	Comments	Comments
Bowl	1	Deep bowl of lightweight material
Utensils	1	Only a Spoon or Spork are recommended
Water Bottles & Reservoir	4+ Liters	At least 4L personal capacity any comboination of Bottle or Reservoir
Optional
Mug/Cup	1	12-20 oz. Measuring style recommended
Clothing & Footwear
Equipment	QTY	Comments	Comments
Underwear	3 to 4	Moisture-wicking
Sports Bra	2	Synthetic Moisture Wicking	Obviously not required for a male crew
Moisture-wicking T-shirt	2	Moisture-wicking. Avoid Cotton
Long Sleeve Shirt	1	Moisture-wicking. Avoid Cotton
Quick-Drying Pants/Shorts	2	Pants are needed for certain program including conservation	We require at least one pair of trousers.  Recommend getting a pair of zip-off legged hiking pants.
Lightweight Fleece	1	Lightest and Warmest available. Wool sweater or fleece pullover recommended
Boots	1 Pair	Sturdy, supportive, and broken in.  Well broken in boots that are durable and fit comfortably.  Trail runners are accepted but ankle support with boots is highly recommended.	Please check the boot buying guide Mr. Timm sent before you buy.  Fit is the most important variable and ensure you try them on with a pack on.
Socks	3 to 4 pair	Wool or Synthetic, not cotton. Liners are optional and help prevent friction and wicks sweet away from foot.	Consider smart wool.
Camp Shoes/Stream Shoes	1 pair	Used in camp, stream crossing, some backcountry programs	Must be closed toe and packable.
Sleep Clothes	1 set	Only worn in sleeping bag. Light weight T-shirt and Gym shorts recommended.
Optional
Long underwear	1	Mid-weight syndic top and/or bottoms are recommended but optional.  Used for cold mornings or nights.	Most scouts will bring a top but not bottoms.
Ditty Bags/Sealable Plastic Bags	6 to 10	Useful for packing and keeping clothes dry, cleaning laundry, and pack organization	Consider color-coded dry stuff sacks for clothes.
Rain & Cold Weather
Equipment	QTY	Comments	Comments
Rain jacket	1	Durable rain gear is highly recommended
Rain Pants	1	In heavy rain, rain pants are vital for warmth	Many consdier this an optional item but it can be a life saver during extened cold rainy weather
Gloves	1 pair	Glove Liners recommended for cold morning/evening and summit days
Warm hat	1	For sleeping, morning & evening, and summits	Fleece watch cap
Optional
Insulated jacket	1	Packable down or synthetic puffy or fleece. Depending on personal preference, should expect lows in the mid 30s in the higher elevation camps.	This may be optional if you have long underwear and a lightweight fleece and rain jacket.
Health & Hygiene
Equipment	QTY	Comments	Comments
Toothbrush and toothpaste	1	Larger toothpaste tubes may be considered "crew gear"
Menstrual products		Tampons/Pads & disposal items, strongly recommended for all females to bring - - See Feminine Specific Hygiene	Obviously not required for a male crew
Prescription medications		In-Date (not expired) Enough for the entire trek.	Ensure recorded on medical forms and lead crew Advisor knows the details
Camp Towel	1	Small, quick-drying
Optional
Foot Powder		May be kept as "Crew Gear" - Can soothe tired feet, absorb moisture, and reduce chance of blisters
Sun Protection
Equipment	QTY	Comments	Comments
Hat		Wide brim or baseball - - Protect ears and face from sun
Sunglasses
Lip balm		Moisturizing balm with SPF 25 or greater
Miscellaneous
Equipment	QTY	Comments	Comments
Whistle	1	For emergency situations - to signal
Optional
Daypack	1	For use on summit days and side hikes.	You will need something to bring on side hikes
Bandana/ Tubular Headgear	2	Serves as washcloth, hot pot holder, neckerchief and a variety of other uses.
Cards or games
Lashing Straps		To hold sleeping bag on pack.	Optional item.  Most packs don't need them
Cash		$20 to $50 in small bills for Backcountry Canitas and Trading Posts
Camera
Pocket knife		A few per crew is sufficient
Watch		Several recommended throughout crew members. Highly Recommended for the Crew Leader	Knowing the time is not an Advisor function and your phone will be dead.  Wear a watch.
Fishing Equipment		Including NM State fishing license (Everyone 18+ must purchase online or at ToTT, under 18 can purchases at certain backcountry camps Hunting Lodge, Fish Camp)	Only for crews that plan to fish
Postcards		Pre-Stamped Mailing available on trek at Staffed Camps.	Optional
Journal and pen/pencil		Useful in emergency situations and as a keepsake. Philmont Passport is great for journaling.	A pen and notepad is not optional.  Everyone must have them
CREW GEAR
Equipment Provided by Crew
Necessary items for each crew to bring or purchase upon arrival.
Equipment	QTY	Comments	Comments
Sewing Kit
Philmont Thunder Ridge Tent		Crews should plan on using the least amout of backpacking tents while following all BSA Barriers to Abuse. Weight is 5lbs5oz. Footprint is 88"x54". Personal tents must be fully enclosed.	We will not use the Philmont tents.  Crew members will bring their own.  Plan sleeping arrangements to minimize the number of tents while keeping youth with more than two years age difference separate.  Only adults may tent alone.
Backpacking Stove	2	White Gas or Isobutane fuels. Stove needs a widebase low to the ground.  Highly recommend Isobutane stoves being able to burn with canister upside down and rightside up.	Troop will supply MSR Whisperlite stoves and fuel bottles
Stove Fuel		White Gas recommend 2 - 20oz bottles. Isobutane recommend 3 - 8oz/220g canisiters.  Can resupply both white gas and isobutane at commisary camps.	Troop will supply
First Aid Kit		Sufficient for crew and easily accessible	Troop will supply
Duct Tape		Small amount for trail repairs	Troop will supply
Waterproof Ground Cloth		For Philmont Thunder Ridges 5'x7' is the size.	Each scout with a tent  will need to supply an appropriate footprine
Nylon Cord	3	50' x 1/8" for the dining fly	Troop will supply
Sunscreen		recommend SPF 25 or higher	Troop will supply
Insect Repellent		No aerosol cans	Troop will supply
Multi-Tool		To remove lid from cooking pot & to repair gear.	Troop will supply
Trowel/shovel	1	For digging catholes when away from camp or camping in low impact area.	Troop will supply
Carabiner	1	Needed for hanging Bear Bags.  Needed to be climbing rated and locking gate is preferred. A carabiner designed to be a key ring is not sufficient.	Troop will supply
Matches/Lighter	4	Pack in a waterproof container a few per crew is sufficient
Compass	4	Liquid Filled with rotating dial,  A few per crew is sufficient	Liquid Filled with rotating dial,  A few per crew is sufficient
Philmont Sectional Maps	2 sets	Overall maps are not designed for navigation. Which maps that are needed will be depend on Itinerary	Troop will supply
Optional
Spices/ Hot Sauce		Personal preference to compliment cooked meals.	Troop will supply
Water Purifiers/Filters		All water from streams, lakes, etc. need to be purified. Water at staffed camps are purified unless noted. Micropure tablets are issued so filters are optional and will require a repair kit on the trail.	Troop will supply.  Bringing the pumps is optional.  Philmont will supply tablets.
Extra Water Capacity (for Dry Camps)	2	Recommend each person have 2 liters of extra water capacity in collapsible water bottles for Dry Camps	The Troop will issue this with crew gear.  DO NOT BUY.
Equipment Provided by Philmont
This is a list of items provided by Philmont free of charge, except for any damaged or replacment charges upon return.  Crews may bring their own equipment for their crew but it MUST be equivalent in specs.	Note - Most of this equipment will be provided by the Troop.  We will minimize the use of Philmont issued equipment
Equipment	QTY	Comments	Comments
Thunder Ridge Shelter (Dining Fly)		12'x10' wt 2lbs8oz.	Troop will supply an alternative
Philmont Thunder Ridge Tent		Crews should plan on using the least amout of backpacking tents while following all BSA Barriers to Abuse. Weight is 5lbs5oz. Footprint is 88"x54". Personal tents must be fully enclosed.	We will not use the Philmont tents.  Crew members will bring their own.  Plan sleeping arrangements to minimize the number of tents while keeping youth with more than two years age difference separate.  Only adults may tent alone.
Cooking Pot	1	Must be large enough to cook for everyone in the crew. 8qt aluminim pot with lid 1lbs5.8oz	Troop will supply an alternative
Dishwashing Pot - 2nd Cooking Pot	1	Must be large enough to saintitize dishes by submerging in boiling water. 8qt aluminum pot without lid 1lbs4oz.	Troop will supply an alternative
Large Spoon	1	Large serving spoon. 2.6oz	Troop will supply an alternative
Plastic Trash Bags
Dishwashing Soap, Hand Sanitizer, Scrub Pads
Water Purification Tablets, Micropur - 1 tablet treats 1 liter
Bear Rope	2	Nylon, wt 1lbs1oz. Philmon requires crews to use Philmont's or equivalent dimension ropw.  100' long 1/4" diameter. Smaller diameter rope may be lighter, but experince has shown that they are more difficult to hoist up and they are more likely to frey on the bear cables.	Troop will supply an alternative
Bear Bags	5 to 8	For Hanging smellables. Formula for total number is 1/2 overall crew size plus one. So a crew of 12 would take 7 bear bags.	Troop will supply an alternative
Food Strainer and Scraper		8oz.	Troop will supply an alternative
Toilet Paper		Resupplied with Food Pickups.	Resupplied with Food Pickups.
Optional gear available from Philmont
Salt/ Pepper
Collapsible Poles	2	For dining fly wt. 1lb6oz.  Trekking poles are a convenient substitute.	Recommend crew use trekking poles and save the weight
Hot Pot Tongs	1	3.5oz. Multi-tool can be used instead.	Troop will supply an alternative