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Tents
A tent performs approximately the same functions as an outer layer of clothing. It should be rugged and reasonably light-weight and should protect its occupants against wind and rain.
The choice of a particular tent depends mainly on the use for which it is intended. Will it be used only in summer or the year round, in temperate or extreme conditions? How many people should it sleep,
and in what degree of comfort?For a single person, a "two person tent" gives room for keeping some gear inside, while a
"three person tent" is a good choice for two people. Should it be light-weight or can it be heavy?Tents come in many qualities, sizes and prices. Price is also an important consideration, since tents vary in price from cheap (and frequently inadequate) to very expensive.
Sleeping Bags
Sleeping bags are usually made of nylon or polyester, with a few made with highly treated cotton.The purpose of a sleeping bag is to retain body heat by preventing it from being lost at a rate faster than it is produced.Before purchasing a sleeping bag, you should try it out in the store to make sure that it is the correct length for you.
Sleeping pad – Lightweight. Three-quarter length is usually sufficient. (The Thermarest and Z-rest brands are popular.)A sleeping pad both provides a softer place to sleep and insulation against the cold
ground, which is very important on cold nights.There are three types of camping pads: closed-cell, self-inflating and air mattresses.
Rain gear
In foul weather an anorak is usually worn over the inner layers of clothing as an outer protective shell to keep wind and water out.
Clothes
The most important function of clothing is to regulate body temperature. This it does best when worn in multiple layers, with ventilating material next to the skin, followed by insulating layers to trap warm air,and an outer shell to shield the inner layers from wind and rain.Quick-drying nylon hiking shorts and long pants (green or tan), and
nylon or poly quick-drying t-shirts. The nylon pants that have zip-off legs arepopular. Some scouts like the shorts that have a mesh lining.
Boots
Ankle high waterproof hiking boots. Synthetic or wool socks, and
synthetic liners.
Rucksaks
Rucksacks come in many different shapes, colours and sizes, from tiny packs designed to hold necessities for a one-day hike or climb, to large expedition packs.
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