Hydration

Proper hydration in all of our activities is a top priority for Troop 525.  All Scouts are taught about the prevention, symptoms, signs and treatment of dehydration in every Merit Badge they earn and reinforced throughout every event they attend.

We are an adventurous Troop!  Water is our life blood!  Drink More Water!

EVERY Scout is to bring 2 each 1 liter bottles of water with them on EVERY event they attend.  Whether at our local camp outs, paddling down the river, camping in the snow or backpacking in the mountains.

We prefer your new Scout start with bottles of water in lu of a bladder system until they learn about staying properly hydrated.  With bottles leaders can see how much water they are consuming or not consuming as opposed to a bladder being hidden in a pack.  They are also easier to refill on the trail and are less likely to leak onto their packed items.  Once your scout has gained some experience he is free to choose what ever hydration system he prefers.


Water Bottles - 2 each - 32 oz. Wide mouth Nalgene Water Bottles, BPA Free. You will need to bring these filled with water on every event that you attend!

You can also re-use a 1 liter empty plastic Gatorade bottle. They are lightweight and strong. Make sure to bring 2 of them!

Electrolyte-Replacement - Single powder packets of Gatorade are easy to pack.  I recommend these as a supplement to water not a replacement for water.

Water Purification - Not required for new Scouts!  Leaders and older Scouts have these and will make sure everyone in the troop is supplied with safe water to drink during all outings.

I will discuss the different types of water purification systems in a later post.