Uniforms

Uniforms

Troop 257 requires each Scout to regularly wear one of two categories of uniforms, depending on the event. Each uniform has a variation we refer to as "formal." Brief descriptions of the uniforms are below.

Field Uniform: "Class A"

This uniform consists of the official Scout khaki shirt, a Troop 257 neckerchief and tie slide, blue jean pants or shorts and Scout belt. Worn at troop meetings and to all campouts.

Formal Field Uniform

Same as above, except Scout must wear official BSA shorts or pants, and official BSA socks. Worn at Summer Camp and, along with the merit badge sash, at courts of honor.

Activity Uniform: "Class B"

This consists of the official Troop 257 red t-shirt, blue jean pants or shorts and a Scout belt. Occasionally worn in place of Field uniform at troop meetings.

Formal Activity Uniform

Same as above, except Scout must wear official BSA shorts or pants, and official BSA socks. Worn for some activities during Summer Camp.

Equipment List

Troop Meeting Equipment

• Class A Uniform
• Boy Scout Handbook, pen or pencil, and paper - bring these to all Scout events!

Overnight Campout Equipment

Troop meeting equipment plus:

• Clothing appropriate to the weather. Anticipate plus or minus 20 degrees from the forecast.
• Sleeping bag (3 lb. or 3-l/2 lb. for spring, summer and fall. Heavier for winter)
• Ground cloth or pad (e.g. Thermarest or Ridgerest) to provide insulation from the ground.
• Pillow
• Pack gear in a soft bag or a tote. Please do not bring camp boxes or suitcases on monthly camp-outs.
• Clothes:
  • Class B Uniform
  • T-shirt(s)
  • Sweatshirt or hoodie
  • Jeans/pants or shorts
  • PJs – top, bottom & socks
  • Long sleeve shirt
  • Underwear
  • Socks
• Poncho or rain suit
• Boots (waterproofed with Camp Dry or similar). Tennis shoes are not recommended.
• Mess kit (individual) or plastic bowl and cup. Knife, fork and spoon.
• Canteen or water bottle
• Compass
• Scout pocket knife (no longer than three inches, and no sheath knives)
• Flashlight with extra batteries and bulb, or wind-up
• Toilet kit (toothpaste, brush, soap and towel)
• Bug repellent and sun screen

Optional Camping Equipment

• Backpack (Third-Year Scouts and above)
• Personal first aid kit
• Thermal Blanket (may be used when the sleeping bag is too light for the weather)
• Troop-approved camp box with lock (for summer camp only)
• Collapsible stool without a back. (Only adults and Eagle Scouts can use chairs with backs!)
• Food money, when appropriate

Places to buy equipment

Official Scout equipment

• The troop has a large supply of quality used Scout uniforms that can be purchased for a reasonable price at meetings. All proceeds go to the troop.
• The Heart-of-America Council Scout Office

10210 Holmes Road
Kansas City, MO 64131-4212
816-942-9333
1-800-776-1110
816-942-8086 (Fax)
hoac-bsa@bsamail.org

• Nill Brothers Team Sports in Overland Park, Lenexa, Olathe, and KCK
• Boy Scouts of America Official Online store

Class B Uniforms

Class B Uniforms are sold by the troop at troop meetings.

Camping equipment

• Mass retailers like Target and Wal-Mart carry basic camping equipment such as sleeping bags, rain gear, etc.
• Dick's Sporting Goods and Bass Pro Shops offer a larger selection and have more high-end gear.