Camping Equipment Checklist
For Every Campout
Pocket Knife (ONLY with the Totin' Chit)
Firem'n Chit (NO FIRE FOR YOU without it)
First Aid kit (one purchased or one made by self), including these important items:
moleskin for
blisters
adhesive
bandages
small roll of
adhesive bandages
several sterile
gauze pads
Rain Gear (EVERY CAMPOUT)
Hiking boots or sturdy shoes (NO sandals)
Cup for water
Water bottle or canteen
Mess kit
Fork, knife, & spoon
Flashlight & extra batteries
Flint & steel, fire starters (NO matches)
Pack to hold items
Sleeping Bag (pillow optional)
Ground cloth or tarp
Sleeping pad
Toiletries: Soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, washcloth, towel, etc.
Scout Handbook (A MUST)
Pen/Pencil & paper
Trail food
For Summer Camping
Many T-shirts
Shorts
Long pants
Sweater or Long Jacket
Underwear
Socks
Hat and/or sunglasses
Insect Repellent
Swimsuit
Cold Weather Camping
Long sleeve shirts
Long Pants
Long underwear
Many socks
A winter coat or parka preferably with a hood (MUST HAVE)
A warm hat
Mittens/gloves
Winter boots (waterproof)
Snow/ski pants
The above requirements checklist can also be found in the Boy Scout Handbook.
Hiking Campouts
Map
Compass
Water / Water Bottle
Emergency coins (for phone calls)
Whistle
Mirror
Extra Trail Food
Watch
Repair Kit (should include lengths of cord)
Emergency Blanket
Lip Balm
Hiking Stick
Insect Repellent
Sunglasses & Sunscreen
Optional Items: Camera, Binoculars, Fishing Gear
Plus the items shown in the “For Every Campout” section