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Camping Gear
The scout should ask his patrol leader about what gear is required. Some troops or patrols provide camping gear checklists.
The Quartermaster is the boy who keeps track of the troop's gear. Many troops own tents, camp stoves, and other camping equipment. Boys may choose to use the troop's gear or their own and share as needed. Find out from your troop what they can provide or to learn what you need.
You should also know what is not allowed to bring. Commonly boom boxes, handheld video games, radios, mini TV's, MP3 players, cell phones, and other electronic devices (with the possible exception of cameras and GPS devices) aren't permitted.
Your troop may have a trip binder or folder that contains planners for camping and menus, shopping lists, duty rosters, tour permits, drivers, phone lists, and more.
When backpacking or carrying in supplies, be extra prepared and attentive to over-packing, too large of a pack, comfortable shoes, etc.
Individual Camp Gear List
In addition to the essential items listed earlier, common camping gear for a single scout include:
- Clothing (per season and weather)
- Backpack
- Sleeping bag
- Sleeping pad
- Ground cloth
- Plate
- Spoon
- Bowl
- Cup
- Soap
- Toothbrush and toothpaste
- Comb
- Small towel
Optional Camp Gear List
- Dental floss
- Watch
- Fork
- Camera
- Swimsuit
- Fishing pole and gear
Group Camp Gear List
Beyond an individual scout, the patrol or troop needs may include:
- Tent, ground cloths, tarps, stakes
- Dining fly, cords, and stakes
- Stove(s) and fuel
- Garbage bags
- Spade or small shovel
- Pots and pans (per menu)
- Tongs or hot pads (as needed)
- Plastic sheets for food preparation surface
- Utensils, such as large spoon or spatula (per menu)
- Soap
- Cleaning pad or cloth
- Repair kit (thread, needles, safety pins)
- Large water container
- Water filter or tablets
- Long cords or ropes
- U.S.A. flag and Patrol flag
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