Camping Checklist

Camping Checklist

The following list should be treated as a guideline. Adjust as appropriate for the Scout.

Recommended Gear:

Canteen or water bottle
Drinking cup
Flashlight with extra batteries
Sleeping bag (doesn’t have to be expensive but should go to 20 degrees)
Sunscreen
Insect repellent
Toilet paper
Scout book
Hiking boots or other rough soled shoes (should be broken in before camping!)
Poncho or rain suit
Personal toiletries
Toothbrush & toothpaste
Lip balm
Glasses case
Whistle
First aid kit
Class A & B Uniforms (must be in class A while traveling)

Optional items

Pillow
Mirror
Folding chair
Cot and/or sleeping pad
Swiss knife
Scout hat
Paper and pen/pencil
Compass
Contact case and solution
Mess kit with silverware (we don't use paper goods)

Weather: Remember to dress in layers and be prepared for all kinds of weather. Add warm clothing, including sweatshirt, cap and gloves, if the weather is expected to be cold. Check the weather where you will be camping, not where you live. Do not assume it will be the same!

Tent: A 2 or 3 man tent is sufficient for the monthly campouts the Troop goes on. Each boy does not need a tent. The boys camp by patrol, however, so make sure if you are sharing with a friend that they are in the same patrol. The Boy Scout should know how to set up the tent before he goes camping.

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