Cub Scout Camping Checklist (What to Bring)
Please be prepared and bring all the items you will need when you go camping. Some items may be coordinated with others to avoid duplication.
When in doubt, bring it!
- Tent & tent pegs/stakes
- Tent Broom
- Tarp for under Tent
- Sleeping Bags
- Air mattress, Cot, Sleeping pad
- Extra Blankets
- Pillows
- Bug Repellant
- Sun Screen
- Lantern
- Flash Light with extra batteries
- Table
- Folding Chairs (Handy around the campfire)
- Stove and fuel or metal grate to put over campfire
- Firewood for campfire (Mandatory)
- Lighter fluid for fire
- Matches (waterproof)
- Canteen or water bottle
- Cord or rope
- Long fork or hangers for roasting marshmallows
- Small tools hammer, wrench
- First Aid Kit
- Food, Snacks, Beverages, Coffee
- Ice Chest / Cooler w/ice
- Salt, pepper, condiments
- Cookware & cooking utensil
- Hot Pads or gloves
- Plastic / Paper cups, plates, utensils, bowls
- Coffee mugs
- Paper towels, napkins
- Toilet paper
- Soap
- Dish rags & Dish soap, Brillo Pad
- Can opener
- Garbage bags
- Baby wipes
- Extra change of clothes
- Dry sleep clothes-you will stay warmer
- Extra socks, shoes, underwear
- Rain gear – poncho recommended
- Sweatshirt and/or Jacket
- Hat
- Towels and washcloth
- Personal items & toiletries
- Place clothing in Ziploc bags to keep dry
- Cub Scout Handbooks
- Camera
- Good Attitude :)
Remember to dress in layers and be prepared for all kinds of weather. Add warm clothing, including sweatshirt and cap, if the weather is expected to be cold. Check the weather where you will be camping, not where you live. Do not assume it will be the same!