What Equipment Does a Scout Need?

• Every Scout must have a complete Scout Uniform. All boys are required to have a formal "Class A" Scout Uniform from the belt up. This includes the belt, an official Boy Scout khaki shirt with red epaulets (old uniform) or green epaulets (new uniform), a neckerchief and the scout hat. The official scout pants (long or short) and socks are optional but highly recommended. The "Full Dress Class A" Scout Uniform is defined as the above uniform with merit badge sash, Order of the Arrow sash, religious emblems and other appropriate medals and honors.

• The optional, informal "Class B" Scout Uniform consists of the Troop 187's Scout Logo T-shirt. The informal Scout Uniform should only be worn when called for by the Patrol Leader, or for troop functions, the Senior Patrol Leader or the Scoutmaster and their assistants.

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• Each Scout is to bring their Scout Handbook, a pen or pencil, and paper to all troop meetings.

• Each Scout is responsible for providing their own personal gear for outings.

• Every Scout should have a personal First Aid kit to take with them on outings.

Troop Equipment

• The Troop has a trailer that can be towed to carry all of the camping gear.

• The Troop will provide camping gear such as tents, lanterns, stoves, and water jugs for overnight outings.

• The Troop also has a large First Aid kit for outings.

• Each Patrol in the Troop has their own Patrol Box that contains essential cooking and cleaning supplies.

• The Troop also has lightweight tents, stoves, cookware, fuel canisters, and water purification equipment for backpacking use.