EAGLE PATROL SUGGESTIONS FOR CAMPING

Cub Scouts typically go"Car Camping". That means they have the ability to drive close to where they will camp, unload their gear, do some set-up, then the vehicle is moved away from the camp area for the duration of the outing. The planned outing should be treated as if you were going with your own family. Just because you are a Cub Scout that doesn't mean you should not heed the warnings of potential bad weather conditions.

SOME OF THE BASIC TIPS FROM EAGLE PATROL

Plan your outing in advance.

You and your group must be aware of specific responsibilities.

Who brings what gear?

Know the minimum items you are required to bring (Tent, Sleeping bag, etc).

Understand meal plans for the trip to and from the site if any and most importantly, while your there.

Is there a campfire plan?

Do you have a schedule of events planned or will you just stand in a circle looking at each other after you get there?

If you are not clear on your responsibilities before or during the outing, consult with your Den Leader, Outing Coordinator or Cubmaster.

Be PREPARED!

DO YOUR BEST!

HAVE FUN!

CAMPING GEAR LIST

Cub Scouts require personal gear for their outing as well as Pack Gear. These Pack Gear items are typically shared items that all may be able to use but not required to bring individually. Most packs have this common gear available and make it readily accesable to Webelos who wish to camp.

REQUIRED GEAR

Tent

Ground Cloth

Sleeping Bag

Pillow (small or full size)

Washcloth & towel / Basin

Change of clothes (Pants, shirts, socks, enderwear, shorts?)

Change of shoes & socks

Jacket/sweatshirt

Bug repellent

Cap/Knit hat to sleep

Notebook/pen

Flashlight/batteries

Raingear/poncho

Soap

Toilet paper

Toothbrush / toothpaste

Scout book

Sleepwear/Sweats

Extra cloths

Notepad/Sketchbook

Pocketknife (only with Whittling Chip Card)

Camera

Check with the Pack leaders and make sure you know the meal plans.

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