Required/Suggested (please check the weather forecast to determine exact needs-Be Prepared)

·         Official scout uniform (s) for your current scouting position (Note: a complete uniform includes the official shirt; shorts, long pants, skirts, or culottes; Sox; and felt.)

·         Scout activity uniform (s) (note: an activity uniform includes a scout T-shirt or polo and scout shorts or long pants)

·         shoes or boots

·         warm socks

·         hat or cap

·         gloves

·         windbreaker or jacket

·         rain gear (poncho or rain suit)

·         underwear

·         handkerchiefs

·         tent

·         ground pad or air mattress

·         sleeping bag

·         flashlight with spare batteries and bulb

·         pocketknife or multitool-type knife (no fixed blade knives)

·         medication in labeled containers

·         toiletries

·         towels and washcloths

·         pens, pencils, paper

·         canteen  or water bottle

·         handbook for your scouting program

·         backpacking or other stove if you have one

Optional equipment

·         Pillow

·         change of shoes

·         moccasins or Camp Slippers

·         sunglasses

·         religious book(s)

·         Books of songs, Skits, etc.

·         camera and film

·         some screen

·         insect repellent

·         backpack for carrying your gear to and from the campsite