Prepare for your adventure with our comprehensive campout packing list! This essential guide ensures you won't forget a thing.

 

A full Cub Scout uniform is required for an overnighter. Sturdy shoes for hiking are recommended. Use this checklist as you prepare your camping gear.

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Camping Equipment

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• Tent with poles, stakes, and ground cloth

• Sleeping bag or blankets

• Pillow

• Air mattress, cot, or sleeping pad

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Clothes Bag

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• Class A uniform

• Class B uniform

• Poncho or raincoat

• Warm jacket or coat

• Warm pajamas

• Underwear

• Shorts and long pants (nights and mornings get cold!)

• Extra t-shirt

• Belt

• Socks (bring extra!)

• Durable shoes (sneakers or hiking boots, not Crocs)

• Cap and/or beanie

• Gloves

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Family Gear

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• Folding camp chairs

• Cooler or ice chest

• Canteen or water bottle

• Cooking equipment (check with a Pack Leader for details)

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Toilet Kit

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• Toothpaste, toothbrush, comb, and other toiletries

• Washcloth and/or towel

• Soap, shampoo in container

• Toilet paper

• Extra plastic bag or container

 

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First Aid

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• First aid kit

• Flashlight with extra bulb and batteries

• Sunscreen

• Insect repellent

• Whistle

• Safety pins

• Mobile phone and charger or extra battery

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Extras

 

• Camera

• Mallet for driving stakes

• Extra batteries

• LED lantern for inside tent

• LED headlamp

• Binoculars

• Sunglasses

• Scout handbook

• Earplugs and sleep mask

• Wagon to haul gear/stuff

• Playing cards or small games (for any free time)

• Extra snacks and drinks

• Outdoor games (for any free time)

 

Program Options

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• Swimsuit and towel

• Fishing gear

• Work gloves