Camping Checklist

The following is a list of equipment that would be useful on campouts. This is a GENERIC list and not everything here is useful on every campout, but this can help you make sure you don't forget something important.

Camping Equipment

• Tent, poles, and stakes

• Waterproof ground cloth of plastic sheet (goes under tent)

• Sleeping bag, pillow, air mattress or pad

• Cup, bowl, plate, knife fork, spoon, mesh bag (if necessary)

• Clothesline

• Small hammer for stakes

• Shovel/Bucket for putting out campfires

• Air mattress pump and extension cord (check if power is provided)

Clothes Bag

• Cub Scout uniform (usually class B)

• Poncho or raincoat

• Warm jacket or coat

• Pajamas or sweatshirt, sweatpants

• Underwear

• Durable shoes

• Hat or cap

• Gloves

• Extra socks, shoes, other extra clothing

Family Gear

• WATER

• Snacks

• Lawn chairs

• Cooler or ice chest

• Cot or pad

• Cooking equipment (if necessary)

• Lantern

• Extra blankets if cold

• Fan if it is hot (and power is provided)

• Paper towels

• Sunglasses (if desired)

• Medicines

Hiking Gear

• Durable shoes

• WATER

• Snacks (appropriate)

• Backpack

• 6 Essentials

Toilet Kit

• Toothpaste, toothbrush, comb

• Washcloth, towel

• Soap in container

• Toilet paper

• Extra plastic bag or container

First Aid

• First aid kit

• Water bottle

• Flashlight, bulb, batteries

• Sunscreen

• Insect repellent

• Whistle

• Safety pins

Extras

• Camera

• Binoculars

• Sunglasses

• Notebook and pencil

• Nature books

• Firewood (if appropriate)

Program Options

• Fishing gear

• Work gloves