Camping List

Know Before You Go - Consider the season and weather forecast when preparing for a camping event, as some items listed would be dependent upon the weather.

All adults attending Pack Camp events highly recommended to complete Safeguarding Youth Training at my.scouting.org and submit PA Background Checks to Council. (both are required when attending summer camp)

1. The Cub Scout 6 Essentials

   1. Water Bottle (filled)

   2. Trail snacks

   3. Sunscreen/hat

   4. Flashlight (and extra batteries)

   5. First Aid Kit

   6. Whistle

2. Bedding (Sleeping bag or sheets/blanket for cots, pillow)

3. Chair or Foam Pad to sit on

4. Bug Spray

5. Extra Change of clothes

6. Extra Shoes

7. Poncho or Rain Coat

8. Utensils (Fork/Spoon) [We will provide if you don't bring your own]

9. Cup for hot beverages (coffee, hot chocolate).  [We will provide if you don't bring your own]

10. Towel/Soap

11. Toothbrush/Toothpaste

12. Jacket

13. Gloves

14. Winter Hat

15. Water Shoes/Moccasins/Crocs 

16. Hiking staff

17. Cub Scout Handbook

18. Pen/Pencil/Paper

19. Pocketknife (only Bear and older if knife safety adventure is completed)

20. Paper towels + soap for cleaning utensils/personal dishes. [We will provide if you don't bring your own]

21. Medications in a labeled container and kept in a secure location

22. Table/card games

23. Gear for tent camping

    1. Hammer for tent stakes (optional)

    2. Groundcloth (sheet of plastic to place under tent)

    3. Tent

    4. Foam Pad (for under sleeping bag)