The best way to begin your list is by starting with the most basic items, including clothing, shelter, outdoor bedding, first-aid supplies, and cookware.  Once you're sure you have all of these items on your list, you can begin branching out to some less essential items.  When you get to this part of your camping equipment list, each member of the family will have different priorities and ideas about what is important.

You can make the list and planning portions of your trip just a much fun as the camping trip itself.  Get the whole family involved and let everyone have some input, even the children. This makes the whole family feel like they are equally important to what needs to be included.

The last items to be added to your camping equipment list will be things that aren't necessary for the trip or for any particular activities. These will be items that will add a measure of comfort and pleasure to the outing. This could include any number of items, such as chairs and lounges, or anything else that you would not really need for camping, but is sure nice to have.

Please DO NOT ALLOW your scout to bring electronic games or other items which would prevent him from enjoying the camping experience.

If you take your time and plan your list as a family, the whole experience will be more rewarding and enjoyable for everyone.

If you don't have any equipment don't let that stop you.  Many families have extra equipment you can borrow.  All you have to do is ask, we are here to help.

Camp Gear
[  ]  Sleeping bag
[  ]  Sleeping mat or cot
[  ]  Folding camp chair
[  ]  Backpack and/or duffel bag
[  ]  Tent
[  ]  Flashlight + extra batteries or Latern

Toilet Kit
[  ]  Toothbrush & toothpaste
[  ]  Comb/Hairbrush
[  ]  Deodorant
[  ]  Soap & Shampoo
[  ]  Towel
[  ]  Mosquito & Tick repellent
[  ]  Sunscreen
[  ]  Toilet paper
[  ]  Zip lock bags

Clothing
[  ]  Underwear (long johns if cold)
[  ]  Socks
[  ]  Shirts
[  ]  Pants/Shorts
[  ]  Sleep wear
[  ]  Swimming trunks (if applicable)
[  ]  Hiking boots or other appropriate footwear)
[  ]  Windbreaker, jacket or coat
[  ]  Rain poncho
[  ]  Hat
[  ]  Scout Class 'A' uniform (if required)

Mess Kits
[  ]  Cup or mug, plastic or insulated, used for water, soup, hot chocolate, etc
[  ]  Bowl/Plate
[  ]  Knife/Fork/Spoon

No electronic games or toys

No rock or stick throwing of any kind

No stick sword fights

No knives - Bear & Webelos that have their whittling chip may bring their knife with approval from den leader & Cubmaster

No Cub Scout may use an axe to cut firewood.

No firearms of any kind.

No smoking, drugs or alcoholic beverages

No open flames in tents

Closed-toes shoes must be worn at all times unless in the shower/swimming areas

Pets are prohibited

Excessive noise is not permitted after 10pm and before 8am

All trash must be placed in plastic bags

BSA Rules of Outdoor Fire Safety

Campfires are allowed confined to the provided fire ring

Follow all rules of your campsite

Clear all burnable materials from your 10 foot fire  circle. Do not build fires under overhanging branches of trees or shrubs or near roots of trees.

Do no throw wood on the fire.

Once a stick is placed in the fire it must stay in the fire

Never leave your fire unattended. A responsible adult must be present at all times, and is responsible for safety

Have a pot or bucket of water nearby in case sparks start a fire away from the fire circle.

Have a bucket of sand and a shovel nearby.

When you are finished with your fire, make sure the fire is DEAD OUT. Spread the coals and ashes and sprinkle them with water. Stir and sprinkle until the site is cold.