Tenderfoot Requirement 1
As a Scoutmaster, there have been many times when scouts show up unprepared for the overnight campout. My personal favorite is the scout who shows up for a 5 mile hike with two gym bags, one on each shoulder, and a cot... its going to be a long hike! If ye are prepared.... Ye shall have an awesome time camping!
When preparing for any campout, pack the following:
When preparing for any campout, pack the following:
- The Scout Basic Essentials
- Clothing appropriate for the season and the weather
- Food for the trip (limit the sodas and candy!)
- Personal camping gear:
- Backpack with rain cover
- Sleeping Gear
- Sleeping bag
- Sleeping pad
- Ground Cloth
- Eating Kit
- Spork
- Plate
- Bowl
- Cup
- Cleaning Kit
- Soap
- Toothbrush
- Toothpaste
- Dental Floss
- Comb
- Small Towel
- Optional Person Items
- Watch
- Camera
- Pencil or Pen
- Small notebook
- Swimsuit (if water activity is planned)