给孩子们报名了一个野外训练的camp，一共有三级，初级的在营地附近活动，高级的有拉练，一看需要配备的装备，直接傻眼，很多不知道都是啥，虽然跑到Amazon上搜索了一下关键词，但是价格差别好大，不知道选购的时候要注意什么，只好问懂行的喜欢backpacking的户外达人朋友了。

White Stag Equipment List

Please bring all your gear packed in a backpack and ready for a hike. You just may begin your week with a hike!

Please do not bring anything else to camp, including personal electronics, other than what is listed below. Non-essential items will be taken and stored for safekeeping during camp. We recommend you put nametags in clothing and on gear to make it easier to return when lost. We are not responsible for any items lost, damaged or misplaced.

Personal Gear to Bring to Camp (Packed in a Backpack)

• Frame backpack (adjusted to fit)朋友说frame backpacking最重要的是大小合适，所以很有必要将孩子带到REI这样的户外用品商店里，直接试试大小。小孩子最好购买可以调节大小的，这样不至于背一年就用不了了
• Sleeping bag, pad, pillow, and liner。朋友说如果是car camping（到目的地之后不用背着帐篷、睡袋hiking），就可以买一般的价格便宜的，如果是backpacking的话，就越轻便越好，好的睡袋可以被压缩成很小的一团装在袋子里；pad 可以买Therm-a-rest z lite；pillow不用带，可以用衣服、背包来代替；liner是指用在睡袋里面的一个套子，也没有什么必要。
• Day pack
• Tent (2 person/small)。帐篷跟睡袋一样，如果以后几年要backpacking的话，最好也买轻便型的，朋友说还有1 person size，不过内部空间更小一些。
• Ground sheet (plastic tarp for under tent)
• Mess kit (spoon, fork, plate, bowl, cup/mug)
• Trash bag
• Toothbrush, toothpaste, & floss
• Shampoo & soap
• Comb / brush / hair ties
• Washcloth & towel
• Feminine Items (if needed)
• Medications / inhaler (prescription only)
• Sunscreen / sunglasses / hat (with brim)
• Compass
• Canteen/water bottles (2 qt. total)
• Personal first aid kit (small)
• Flashlight/small light with extra batteries
• Insect repellent (for mosquitoes)
• Pens and pencils
• Sewing kit
• Pocket knife -Max 3 inch blade, locking OK
• Alarm clock
• 6-8 Granola or Power bars for snacking
• Sack lunch for Sunday check-in
• Camera (disposable – optional)
• Clothing
  • Tan/Khaki pants (2 pair) Shoe-top length. No camouflage： 朋友说这个Tan/Khaki应该是指颜色，不过他推荐REI店里卖的Sahara convertible pants, 膝盖以下的部分可以拆下，裤子就成了短裤，Amazon Link。重点是要快干材料，不怕弄湿。
  • Hiking/walking shorts (comfortable, loose-fitting not more than 4 inches above the knee)。有了convertible pants，这个就可以省略了。
  • T-shirts (2) camp T-shirts will also be provided
  • Underwear (6 pr)
  • Socks (6 pr)
  • Boot socks (2 pr)
  • Pajamas (or sweats)
  • Warm jacket
  • Rain gear (poncho recommended)
  • Hiking boots (broken in) ： 经朋友指点才知道这个broken in是指要已经穿过已经不磨脚的鞋子。
  • Tennis shoes
  • Flip flops / sandals (for shower area)
  • Swimsuit (one piece preferred)
• Whistle

朋友说大部分的东西都可以到REI这样的室外用品店里去亲身体验、感受一下，选好牌子、大小之后，也可以到网络上找找deal。

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