Crew Practice Hike, Tellepsen

     Saturday October 3rd at 9am we will be having our practice hike at Tellepsen Scout Camp.  That means if you are camping, you have to be ready to start hiking at 8:30am.  If you are only able to be there for the hike, you need to arrive about 8am in order to be ready to start hiking at 9am.  "How could possibly take that long to get ready?" I hear you say.  That's a good question, I'm glad you asked.  You'll be surprised how long it takes to get a patrol-sized group of scouts and leaders to start walking, with gear, all at the same time.  Especially when we haven't done it in a while.

"OK, that makes sense I guess. But how much do I bring? I don't have all my gear yet."

    You are just full of good questions and comments! You make a valid point.  On Saturday the 3rd, you'll get your 2020 Philmont Guidebook (collector's edition) and it will have a detailed packing list.  That will help you fill in the gaps between what you have and what you still need.  

"But I don't have that book yet.  How am I supposed to pack for the Tellepsen hike if I don't have the list I'm supposed to use to get ready for it?"

    You are quick and observant.  Those qualities will be perfect when we are out on the trail.  The answer is that you won't need everything on the list.  Just a few things that I'll list here:

-Backpack

-Boots

-Socks (synthetic or wool)

-Sock liners (synthetic for wicking away sweat)

-water bottles (2 @ 1qt each)

-mess kit bowl/plate (see earlier post)

-mess kit utensil (see earlier post)

-hat (

-compass

-rain gear

-sleeping bag (to get used to it's bulk in your pack)

-pocketknife or multi-tool

-lip balm

-foot powder/gold bond

-personal first aid kit

-whistle

-disposable lighter

-ziplock storage bags

Text, email, or comment below if you have any questions or concerns.  If you are coming from the Bryan, College Station Area please inform as to what gear you do not have so it can be brought to the hike for you.

See you there!