Camping Equipment
❑ Tent or tarp, poles, and stakes
❑ Waterproof ground cloth or plastic sheet
❑ Sleeping bag, pillow, air mattress or pad
Clothes
❑ Cub Scout uniform ( Class A and Class B)
❑ Poncho or raincoat
❑ Warm jacket or coat (depending on weather)
❑ Pajamas or sweatshirt, sweatpants
❑ Underwear
❑ Durable shoes, shoe laces
❑ Hat or cap
❑ Gloves
❑ Extra socks, shoes, other extra clothing
Family Gear
❑ Lawn chairs
❑ Cooler or ice chest ( for personal snacks and drinks)
❑ Cot or pad
Toilet Kit
❑ Toothpaste, toothbrush, comb
❑ Washcloth, towel
❑ Soap in container
❑ Toilet paper
❑ Extra plastic bag or container
First Aid
❑ First aid kit
❑ Water bottle
❑ Flashlight, bulb, batteries
❑ Lantern
❑ Sunscreen
❑ Insect repellent
❑ Whistle
❑ Safety pins
Extras
❑ Camera
❑ Binoculars
❑ Sunglasses
❑ Notebook and pencil
TENT TIPS:
❍ A 6-person tent comfortably fits 4 plus air mattresses and gear
❍ Look for weather- and water-resistant features
❍ Quick and easy set-up is a must
❍ Place a tarp under tent for added barrier against the rain
SLEEPING SOLUTIONS:
❍ Rectangular sleeping bags offer maximum comfort with room to move
❍ An air mattress lets you enjoy the outdoors without sacrificing comfort
❍ Leave bulkier personal pillows at home and pack camping ones instead
CREATING COMFORT IN CAMP:
❍ Bring a camp chair for relaxing (great around the campfire!)
❍ Take along a cooler so food stays cold through entire campout
❍ Beat the heat and sun—add some instant shade with a canopy
LIGHTING IDEAS:
❍ A propane-powered lantern provides plenty of light for your campsite
❍ Add a handy, solar-powered tent light, perfect when getting ready for bed
❍ If venturing from your tent at night, a headlamp guides you… hands-free!
CAMP/COOKING MUSTS:
❍ Opt for a propane stove that sets up easily and heats up quickly
❍ Don’t forget your packable, personal tableware set
“BE PREPARED” ESSENTIALS:
❍ A Multi-Tool is a must-have to help keep camp running smoothly
❍ Bring a first-aid kit that covers any basic camping mishap
❍ Consider an insect-repellent lantern for your campsite