This list is a GUIDE to the items you may need when doing a DofE expedition.
Below
is a suggested list of items to consider when packing individual and team
gear/equipment for your journey. Bolded items are REQUIRED.
Mandatory Items (Personal and Group)
Item Needed (for 2 days and 1 night) Got it Packed it
Sturdy footwear
Backpack
Sleeping Bag/blanket
Sleeping mat/ personal air mattress
Whistle
Flashlight/headlamp +batteries
Water bottle 2Ls
Sunscreen
First Aid Kit/Medications
Tent
Camping stove
Stove fuel (isobutane/propane)
Cooking pans
Maps (2 kinds)
“Optional” Items (You should have these, but the amounts are based on weather conditions and your own
comfort levels)
Item Needed Got it Packed it
Documentation tools/camera
Cell phones
Portable Chargers for devices
Waterproof bag/backpack liner
Waterproof jacket/poncho
Plate/bowl/mug/cutlery
Warm hat/ ballcap
Socks (at least 2)
Flip flops/Camp shoes
1-2 Pants
2 Shirts
1 Sweater
Undergarments
Pajamas
Gloves
Sunglasses
Watch
Bug spray
Emergency Contacts List
Toilet paper
Pillow
Earplugs
Personal snacks
Can opener (if needed)
Oven mitts/pot grabber
Cleaning supplies
Wash kit/ personal hygiene items
Personal items: health card, money, etc
Repair kit (backpacks/air mattress)
Repair kits for group items
Tarp and rope
Plastic bags for garbage
Compass
Survival bag
Camp chair
Walking Poles
Water purifying tablets
Notes:
No knives are allowed in personal kit. Should students require something to be cut, please find Miss Bujaki for
assistance.
Students are not recommended to bring matches/lighters in their personal equipment. If fire-starting is required on the
AJ, please see Miss Bujaki for assistance.