8/19/2019 Troop 700 10-Essentials List

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Troop 700 “10-Essentials” ListRemember the Scout Motto: BE PREPARED

These essential items MUST be in the possession of each Scout & adult leader as directed, at every Troop 700 meeting and

Troop 700 outdoor activity. Items should be kept in a pack or in bags appropriate for each meeting and outdoor activity.

TO FIND YOUR WAY:  1. Map  (Topographical map of the upcoming Troop 700 outdoor activity. Keep themap folded correctly in a zip-lock plastic bag with a pencil.)

2. Compass  (A map compass on a string to wear around neck, and the declination set.)

3. Flashlight  (Recommendations: 2-Cell “AA” Mini Maglight with extra bulb, and/ora LED type head lamp, plus extra batteries. Back-up: glow sticks & a candle lantern.)

FOR EMERGENCIES:  4. First Aid Kit (Please include: blister protection (Moleskin, Nuskin, etc.),½” waterproof adhesive tape, assorted band-aids, gauze pads (3”x 3” & 4”x 4”),

2” wide roll of gauze bandage, butterfly bandages (suture tape), triangular bandages,3” wide elastic bandage, wound cleanser (hydrogen peroxide, antiseptic swabs, etc.),

antiseptic cream, anti-itch cream, latex gloves, scissors, tweezers, needle, change for

an emergency call, pencil & paper, wilderness first aid manual; AND the following

medications (check expiration dates regularly): insect bite reliever, pain reliever,tooth ache medication, cough drops, nasal decongestants, anti-diarrhea medication,

laxatives, heartburn medication; including other personal medications, inhalers, etc.)

5. Fire Starter  ( Igniter : storm proof matches, flint & steel, etc. Use clear nail polish towaterproof “strike anywhere” type matches.  Fire Starter : any material that will

sustain a flame, such as: a candle, fuel tablets/sticks, wax & sawdust cubes, cotton

 balls saturated in Vaseline, dryer lint, magnesium bar, etc. Put in safe container/bag.)

6. Pocket Knife (A “multi-tool” type knife & small sharpening stone is recommended.)

FOR YOUR PROTECTION:  7. Extra Clothing  (Good rain gear, knit/wool cap, gloves, etc. Use layering system:

1. Wicking Layer, 2. Insulating Layer, 3. Protecting Layer . NO COTTON!!!)8. Extra Food  (Emergency food that is durable & concentrated.)9. Water  (Water bottles/bladder, water filter/purifier and water purification tablets.)

10. Sun Protection  (Wide-brim hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, SPF15 Chapstick, etc.)

OTHER ESSENTIALS: 11. Full Class “A” and/or Class “B” Uniforms 

12. Boy Scout Handbook , Scout Notebook & Pen

13. Troop 700 Consent & Information Form (Including Medical Forms on File) 

14. Watch & Identification  (Water resistant watch, wallet with Medical I.D. required.)

15. Whistle  (Required to be worn on a string around neck at ALL outdoor activities.)

16. Signal Mirror  (Mirror from map compass may be used also.)

17. Insect Repellent  (Products containing “DEET” are best, Sawyer is recommended.)

18. 50 Feet of Rope  (1/8” (3 MIL.) high-quality rope or nylon parachute cord.)19. 15 Feet of Rope (3/8” (or larger) braded rope for practicing knots & lashings.)20. 20 Feet of Duct Tape  (“The Silver Miracle” wrapped around a pencil.)

21. 15 Feet of Wire  (About the thickness of a paperclip.)

22. Large Trash Bags (Heavy duty 3 MIL. 42 gallon recommended.)

23. Seam Grip  (1-ounce tube made by McNett, visit: www.mcnett.com for info.)

24. Sew Kit  (Hand-sewing needles, leather needle, 15 Feet of waxed synthetic threadand/or waxed dental floss, 25 feet of black nylon upholstery thread, assorted thread

for sewing patches on your uniform (wrap around a bobbin), safety pins & a thimble.)

25. Toiletry Kit  (Toilet Paper: unscented thin type in a zip-lock bag, Plastic Trowel,Soap: unscented “All-Purpose” liquid type that is biodegradable, Shammy/Towel,

Comb, Tooth Brush/Paste, Deodorant: use discretion as it attracts bugs & bears!)

 TROOP 700 TROOP 700  El Camino Real DistrictEl Camino Real District – – Orange County CouncilOrange County Council – – Boy Scouts of America Boy Scouts of America

Visit Us AtVisit Us At: http:/ / troop700.ocbsa.org: http:// troop700.ocbsa.orgCommittee ChairCommittee Chair: Elizabeth Watt, (949) 360: Elizabeth Watt, (949) 360--75007500SecretarySecretary: Patrice Dempsy, (949) 360: Patrice Dempsy, (949) 360--00600600

 Treasurer Treasurer: Thea Campbell, (949) 837: Thea Campbell, (949) 837--36303630Outdoor/ActivitiesOutdoor/Activities: Dave Elkins, (949) 716: Dave Elkins, (949) 716--41324132AdvancementAdvancement: Ed Althof, (949) 58: Ed Althof, (949) 5888--96319631ScoutmasterScoutmaster: Scott Watt, (949) 360: Scott Watt, (949) 360--75007500

Chartered ByChartered By: Corpus Christi Church: Corpus Christi ChurchA CatholicA Catholic--Christian Faith Community within the Diocese of OrangeChristian Faith Community within the Diocese of Orange27101 Aliso Creek Rd., Su27101 Aliso Creek Rd., Suite 136, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656ite 136, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656Charter Head/ChaplainCharter Head/Chaplain: Pastor Rev. Fred K. Bailey, (949) 389: Pastor Rev. Fred K. Bailey, (949) 389--90089008Charter RepresentativeCharter Representative: Bob L: Bob Labac, (949) 360abac, (949) 360--74767476

 Troop Meetings Are Held At Troop Meetings Are Held At: Oak Grove Elementary School,: Oak Grove Elementary School,22705 Sanborn, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656, (949) 36022705 Sanborn, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656, (949) 360--99001001