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Summer Camp

Packing List

Climate: Desert
Season: Summer
Duration: 2 to 6 Nights

Gender:

Summer Camp is a time honored rite of passage for many new scouts. For many it is their first time away from home alone, so the right gear is important. Due to the different activities available at each camp, the precise list will vary, but this list is a good start.

Paperwork

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Completed Medical Exam Forms - Turn into trip leader prior to trip. Other Camp forms as required.

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Copy of Insurance Card - Photocopy of front and back of insurance card.

Clothing

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Bandana or Handkerchief

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Belt

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Hat (Brim)

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Hiking Boots

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Hiking Pants (Long)

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Hiking Pants (Shorts)

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Pants (Long)

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Pants (Short) *

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Rain Gear

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Sandals - Not all camps allow open toe shoes. Check first! *

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Shirt (Long Sleeve)

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Shirt (Short Sleeve, Wicking )

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Shoes (lightweight)

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Sleeping Clothes - Never sleep in the same clothing you eat or cook in!

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Socks - One pair per day.

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Socks (Heavy) - For hiking boots

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Socks (Liner) *

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Swim Suit - Trunks for boys, one piece for girls.

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Swimming Shirt - One with UV protection is often a good idea. *

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Underwear - One pair per day.

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Uniform - Most camps will require both class A (full uniform) and class B (troop tee shirts) uniform attire for different events.

Gear

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Bicycle - Check to see if allowed. Must be labeled with scout name. *

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Bicycle Helmet - Required if bicycling is on the agenda. Must be labeled with scout name. *

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Bicycle Pack - If bringing bike. One that hangs off the handle bars, or seat is not too expensive. *

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Bicycle Repair Kit (Small) - Basic wrenches, screwdrivers, and tube repair items. *

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Binoculars *

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Books *

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Camera *

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Camera Tripod - Small (6") one for digital camera works great. *

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Compass *

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Day Pack

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Duffle Bag

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Eating Utensils - Check with the camp to determine if this is needed. *

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Fishing Equipment & License - Check with camp on fishing opportunities. *

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Flashlight

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Folding Chair *

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Garbage Bags - Good to keep things dry, or for storing dirty clothing. *

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GPS *

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Ground Cloth or Tarp - Sometimes you just need to create a dry place. *

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Hand Sanitizer *

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Head Lamp *

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Hiking Poles *

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Hydration Bladder *

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Jacket/Fleece

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Knife *

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Merit Badge Books - Always best to bring your own books for the Merit Badges you are working on. Bring pre-requisite paperwork as appropriate.

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Notebook & Pen/Pencil

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Pillow (Small) *

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Scout Book

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Sleeping Bag - Not needed if the camp supplies bedding, but that is unusual.

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Sleeping Pad - Not needed if the camp supplies bunks. *

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Soap - Biodegradable

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Stuff Sacks - Keep your gear organized.

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Sun Glasses - You're living outside, protect the eyes! Make sure they protect against 100% of UV rays or they will do more harm than good.

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Swimming Goggles *

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Tent - Most camps supply tents or cabins, but check to be certain. *

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Toilet Paper - It never hurts to have your own roll, just in case. *

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Towel (Large)

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Water Bottle - Stay hydrated!

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Zip Lock™ Bags - Keep things organized! *

Personal Items

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Alarm Clock *

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Calling Card - Sometimes a call home is needed. *

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Comb *

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Deodorant - Do not use if camping in an area with bears. *

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First Aid Kit (Small)

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Jeans - Not great in rainy areas. *

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Lip Balm

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Money - Check with the camp to determine how much money they recommend.

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Nail Clippers - Clip your nails before you go! *

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Postcards - Stamped *

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Prescription Medications - In original container clearly marked with name and dosage. Scouts are usually required to turn them in to the adult health officer. *

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Shampoo

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Shaving Gear *

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Skin Lotion - Unscented *

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Tampons/sanitary napkins (females only) *

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Toothbrush

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Toothpaste

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Towel (Small) *

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Watch - Most camps run on a tight schedule.

Group Gear

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Clip Board

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First Aid Kit (Large)

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Flags - Troop & Country flags are often hung in camp. Make sure you have the proper materials to hang them. *

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Insect Repellent *

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Lantern (Large) - With fuel source.

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Lockbox - With envelopes, for storing scout money and valuables. Include a way to secure it to a fixed object. *

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Multi Tool - With pliers, wire cutters, serrated blade, screw drivers, etc.

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Rain Fly *

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Repair Kit

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Rope

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Skit and Song Books - Skits & Songs have been a part of scouting since scouting began! *

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Sunscreen

* Optional Item

Make sure you check with the camp regarding sleeping and eating arrangements, and pack accordingly.

Please Note: This is only a recommended minimum set of equipment based on the past experiences of many individuals. We do not guarantee that it is all inclusive or appropriate for the activities you are planning. The trip leader, and common sense should always dictate the equipment you actually pack.

List generated on 5/23/2013 12:39:16 AM

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