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Camping What-to-Bring Checklist |
- Tent--RV's and campers are not scout oriented!
- Tarp (Groundcloth)--only needs to be the area of your tent. Anything larger and you'll end up with puddles under your tent if it rains!
- Sleeping bags and pillows--the comforter and sheets off the bed work great!
- Air mattresses or foam pads--optional but comfortable! Don't forget the air pump!
- Flashlights w/ extra batteries--a necessity!
- Camp lantern, fuel and extra mantles--optional but makes night cooking easier!
- Eating utensils--plates, bowls, forks, spoons, etc.--Disposable is convenient, but a messkit is more environment-friendly! Don't forget the mugs for coffee and hot chocolate!
- Cooking utensils--pots, pans, spoons, spatulas, sharp knives, coffee pot, griddle
- Grill, charcoal and starter or gas camp stove--Coleman has even come out with an oven that fits on top of camp stoves!
- Groceries--keep the scout motto KISKIF (Keep it Simple, Keep it Fun!) in mind, especially if you are first-time campers. Local takeout is great for Friday evening while you're setting up camp. Donuts, bagels, and cereal are great breakfast items. Don't forget the milk! Sandwiches, chips, and fruit make for easy lunches. And hotdogs and hamburgers are always a camping favorite for dinner! Don't forget snacks and drinks for during the day! Also coffee and hot chocolate and items for fireside s'mores are traditional camp fare. Once you've been at this for awhile, you'll learn dutch oven cooking, foil pouches, etc.!
- Butane Grill lighter or waterproof matches
- Firewood--can usually be scavenged from around the campsite!
- Ice chest--with ice or blue ice.
- Dish washing detergent and dish pan--biodegradeable is environment friendly! A pot scrubber brush makes cleanup easier.
- Water jugs and bottles--there are 5 gal. collapsible water carriers that can often be filled on site from a potable water source.
- Paper towels, dish towels, aluminum foil and ziploc bags for leftovers.
- Trash bags--the heavy duty kind are a must!
- First Aid Kit--including asthma meds, nebulizer, benadryl for allergies if needed.
- Insect/ Mosquito repellant & Sunscreen (SPF 30+), sunglasses
- Toothbrush and toothpaste
- Toilet paper--always provided, but sometimes in short supply!
- Bath soap, shampoo, towels, and washcloths--good idea to bring spare towels for swimming and if it rains on your clothesline!
- Tennis shoes--no sandals! Beach shoes if you prefer for water activities.
- Clothes--include a few extra outfits. Hats, bathing suits, and jackets depending on the season. Sweatpants and sweatshirts are great for cold weather sleeping!
- Camera and Film--disposable or waterproof are great for the boys!
- Rope or Nylon Cord--great for clothesline and numerous other uses!
- Folding chairs--There is also now a wonderful folding wood slat table that is perfect size for meals, cooking, etc. and takes up little room!
- Tent broom and dustpan--optional, but invaluable!
- Games--footballs, frisbees, cards for rainy days, but NO Pokeman!
- Cub Scout Handbooks, notebook & pen, plant and wildlife ID books, binoculars
NOTES: Leave your pets at home! And remember, chances are that if you didn't bring it, you didn't need it! Or if you did, your neighbor is likely to have it and more than willing to share it! Keep in mind, KISKIF!
This list is a modified version of Pack 215's Camping Checklist.