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What to Bring

Personal Gear

Each Rugged Adventurers program is unique and has unique equipment needs. Items every participant will need are listed first, followed by items specific to each program. Lastly there are some items we insist you do not bring to Camp. It is important that participants pay close attention to the gear needs of each program and pack accordingly.

FOR ALL

The following items are things to be brought by everyone participating in Rugged Adventurers. Please pay particular attention to items in BOLD, as these are most important. Swim checks will be held upon arrival at Emerald Bay, and therefore swim suits and towels should be easily accessible.

VERY IMPORTANT

• Medical Form:  Signed by physician
• Signed firearms consent
• Signed health history
• Signed permission to treat
• Notebook, paper, pens
• Stationary, stamps
• Sack Lunch (1stday dinner 8 p.m.)
• MESS KIT-to include bowl, spoon, and cup at a minimum
• Shaving gear (if needed)
• Personal First Aid Kit, including Aloe Vera cream, sea sickness medicine (Bonine), medicated powder, and baby powder (prevents chafing)
• 2 BOTTLES SUNCREEN (MINIMUM SPF 35)
• CHAP-STICK (MINIMUM SPF 30)

CLOTHING

• Scout uniform (field) including Scout shirt, shorts or pants, and neckerchief (required for travel to and from camp and evening colors ceremony)
• Pajamas
• Sweater or jacket (nights are cool)
• HAT OR VISOR
• Long pants
• T-shirts
• Shorts
• Hiking boots with proper socks
• Swim suits (2 minimum)
• Towel
• 3 pairs of socks
• Underwear for 6 days

CAMPING GEAR

• Sleeping bag
• Daypack
• WATER BOTTLES OR CAMELBAK (EACH SCOUT MUST CARRY MINIMUM OF 3 LITERS OF WATER AT ALL TIMES)
• Flashlight and batteries
• Scout knife
• Compass
• Clothesline and clothespins
• Alarm clock and watch
  

RUGGED CANOERS

Please pay particular attention to items in BOLD, as these are most important.

CLOTHING

• WATER SHOES - Tevas or Chacos are best.  Must have a heel strap to stay on feet while scrambling over rocks and swimming.

CAMPING GEAR

• Duffel bag (with scout name and Rugged Adventurers program name on outside, e.g., "JOHN SMITH, RUGGED CANOERS")
• DRY BAG - The best way to ensure your gear stays dry.  Please make sure your sleeping bag can fit inside along with your other personal gear.
• Sunglasses with Strap
• Mask, snorkel, swim fins - You can rent this equipment at camp if you do not have your own.
• Wetsuit - Highly recommended.  We will spend long periods of time in the cool waters of the Pacific Ocean.  A wetsuit will allow you to stay in longer and be much more comfortable while snorkeling and exploring.
• Rash Guard- if your wetsuit does not fit perfectly, this will prevent mild abrasions as well as fill some space to increase warmth.

RECOMMENDED

• Spending money ($65-$75 in $1, $5, and $10 bills. Scouts will have an opportunity to buy dinner in Avalon if they choose)
• Gloves for canoeing
• Wet bag (mesh bag or some other bag that can get wet and hold snorkeling gear)

RUGGED SCUBA

Please pay particular attention to items in BOLD, as these are most important.

CAMPING GEAR

• Duffel bag (with scout name and Rugged Adventurers program name on outside, e.g., "JOHN SMITH, RUGGED SCUBA")

CLOTHING

• Sunglasses with Strap
• Water shoes/Old tennis shoes

RUGGED OCEANOGRAPHERS

Please pay particular attention to items in BOLD, as these are most important.

CLOTHING

• WATER SHOES - Diving Booties are ideal as they can be worn while diving and Tevas or Chacos are the next best.  Shoes must have a heel strap to stay on feet while scrambling over rocks and swimming.

PERSONAL DIVE GEAR

• Mask, snorkel, swim fins - We recommend that participants bring their own equipment.  If a participant does not have these items there is a limited amount of equipment that can be rented.
• Wetsuit, BCD, and Regulator  - It is likely that if you own these items that you will be more familiar and comfortable using your own equipment.  Therefore, if you own these pieces of equipment, please bring them.  If not, we will provide these items for your use. 
• Rash Guard- If your wetsuit does not fit perfectly, this will prevent mild abrasions as well as fill some space to increase warmth.

CAMPING GEAR

• Duffel bag (with scout name and Rugged Adventurers program name on outside, e.g, "JOHN SMITH, RUGGED OCEANOGRAPHERS")
• DRY BAG - The best way to ensure your gear stays dry.  Please make sure your sleeping bag can fit inside along with your other personal gear.
• Sunglasses with Strap

RUGGED EXPLORERS

Please pay particular attention to items in BOLD, as these are most important.

CLOTHING

• WATER SHOES - Tevas or Chacos are best.  Must have a heel strap to stay on feet while scrambling over rocks and swimming.

CAMPING GEAR

• Duffel bag (with scout name and Rugged Adventurers program name on outside, e.g., "JOHN SMITH, RUGGED EXPLORERS")
• DRY BAG - The best way to ensure your gear stays dry.  Please make sure your sleeping bag can fit inside along with your other personal gear.
• LARGE DAY PACK or small frameless pack large enough to hold mess gear, swim suit, jacket, long pants, shirt, and clean underwear.
• Sunglasses with strap
• Mask, snorkel, swim fins - You can rent this equipment at camp if you do not have your own.
• Wetsuit - Highly recommended.  We will spend long periods of time in the cool waters of the Pacific Ocean.  A wetsuit will allow you to stay in longer and be much more comfortable while snorkeling and exploring.
• Rash Guard-  If your wetsuit does not fit perfectly, this will prevent mild abrasions as well as fill some space to increase warmth.

RECOMMENDED

• Padded cycling shorts
• Gloves for canoeing
• Wet bag (mesh bag or some other bag that can get wet and hold snorkeling gear)

FOR NONE

The following items must not be brought to camp:  Valuables, Electronics, Illegal Substances, Alcohol, Firearms, Matches, Fireworks, Pornography, Any Kind of Fuel/Propane

Note:  No fuel of any type may be transported via Catalina Express.

Download Forms

Pre-Camp Administration
In-Camp Administration

Full Value Contract
Store Information

Medical Form (ALL participants, within 12 months of arrival)
Youth Permission Form

Spring Leaders' Meeting Packet

Scuba Diving Forms

PADI Medical Questionaire

PADI Medical Release (used if any answer was "Yes" on the Questionaire)

Malibu Divers site - Emerald Bay FAQ (see Item #10 regarding the Questionaire and Release)

Physical Conditioning

In the past, we have found that physically fit participants enjoy the Rugged Adventurers experience much more than those who are struggling simply to finish the activities. In addition, an adventurer who must use all of his energy simply to finish a hike will be ill-suited to devote any energy to group dynamics, decisionmaking, and developing his skills as a leader. The fitter you are when you come into the program, the more you will get out of it. A program of regular aerobic exercise is highly recommended to become physically conditioned for Rugged Adventurers. Plan to exercise at least 30 to 60 minutes three to five times a week.

Jogging, swimming, cycling, and other forms of aerobic exercise are all excellent ways to prepare. How fast you run or how far you go is not nearly as important as getting regular exercise. Start slowly and gradually increase the duration and intensity of your exercises. If necessary, consult with your doctor to develop an exercise plan suited to your needs.

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