This list is a BASIC list of BASIC campout or camporee items to bring. This list should be used if you don't know what to bring, but you should also take into account the place you are camping, the climate, and the possible weather conditions, as well as activities you will participate it (skiing, swimming, rock climbing) and pack accordingly. To download this list as a file, click here.
Camping Gear List
Clothing:
- Jeans (2) (wear one pack other)
- Sweat pants (nothing tight)
- Shirts (2) & Turtle Neck
- Light Sweater (wool is good)
- Jacket/Windbreaker & Poncho
- Hat
- Socks (4 pair)
- Underwear (4 pair)
- Sneakers or Boots (Tennis shoes for basketball)
- Gloves/Mittens in case of Cool Weather
- Field Uniform (Class B or C)
- Class A Uniform
Layering of clothing is essential for warmth, functionality, and dryness. Cotton close to skin and wool and a windbreaker on the outside with a hat will keep you dry and very warm.
Sleeping Gear:
Sleeping bag/Pillow Ground pad Light Blanket
General:
Canteen
Toothbrush & paste
Soap/Shampoo
Comb or Brush
Towel/Washcloth
Watch/Sunglasses/Pocket Knife
Flashlight (small i.e. Maglite)
Toilet Paper (1/4 of roll)
Sun screen/
Insect Repellant
Chap Stick
Bible/Lesson Study
Camera/Binoculars (optional)
All items must fit in 2 soft sided round duffle bags no bigger than 16x32in with a zipper and identified. All liquid items must be in plastic bottles and Zip-locked.