Please be prepared and bring all the items you will need when you go camping. Here is a list I have been compiling over the years to help you determine what you may need. Some items may be coordinated with others to avoid duplication. When in doubt, bring it!
- Tent & tent pegs/stakes
- Tent Broom
- Tarp for under Tent
- Rake (to clear area under tent)
- Sleeping Bags
- Air mattress, Cot, Sleeping pad
- Extra Blankets
- Pillows
- Ear Plugs
- Bug Repellant
- Sun Screen
- Lantern
- Flash Light
- Table & Chairs
- Folding Chairs (Handy around the campfire)
- Stove and fuel or metal grate to put over campfire
- Firewood for campfire (Mandatory)
- Lighter fluid for fire
- Matches
- Canteen or water bottle
- Cord, rope, clothes pins
- Long fork or hangers for roasting marshmallows
- Small tools hammer, wrench
- Bucket – for water to put out fire
- Shovel, to put out campfire
- First Aid Kit
- Fishing gear
- Pack and Den Flags
- Food, Snacks, Beverages, Coffee
- Ice Chest / Cooler w/ice
- Salt, pepper, condiments
- Cookware & cooking utensils
- Hot Pads or gloves
- Plastic / Paper cups, plates, utensils, bowls
- Coffee mugs
- Paper towels, napkins
- Toilet paper
- Soap
- Dish rags & Dish soap, Brillo Pad
- Can opener
- Garbage bags
- Baby wipes
- Extra change of clothes
- Dry sleep clothes-you will stay warmer
- Extra socks, shoes, underwear
- Rain gear – poncho recommended
- Sweatshirt and/or Jacket
- Hats
- Towels and washcloth
- Personal items & toiletries
- Place clothing in Ziploc bags to keep dry
- Books (Tree / Bird Identification or Other)
- Cub Scout Handbooks (Mandatory)
- Camera & film
- Good Attitude :)
Pocketknife – Only Cub scouts who have earned their whittling chip and are supervised by a parent are allowed to have knives.
NOTE: LEAVE YOUR PETS AT HOME!!!