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The gear listed below is the minimum required equipment. Items required of trainees are marked with "T." You may carry additional equipment subject to GTL approval and your ability to secure and carry it -- remember, you may have to walk a long way carrying it all. Also, don't forget, if you carry it in, you need to carry it out. Don't pollute or litter!

(T) 72-hour pack: a backpack (preferably with frame) containing:

(T) Tent (optional if you are sharing a tent with someone else who is carrying it).
Spare rank and "CAP" cutouts (for cadets)
(T) Five (5) meals
Two (2) leaf bags, large
(T) Bag, waterproof, containing:

(T) Spare uniform
(T) Underwear and socks, three (3) changes

Sleeping pad, foam or inflatable
Toilet kit that should contain:

(T) Toothbrush and paste
(T) Shaving kit (if you shave)
(T) Deodorant
(T) Washcloth and soap
(T) Towel

(T) Sleeping bag or bedroll appropriate to climate.

Optional items:

Rainwear, durable
Webbing, nylon, 1" wide, 20' long
Handheld FM transceiver (highly recommended for Ground Team Leader)
Water purification tablets
Eye protection (highly recommended)
Entrenching tool (highly recommended for base gear)

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