We have included below kit lists for the different kind of camps that the Scout troop typically participates in. You’ll also find some hints and tips on recommended equipment at the foot of the page.
Helpful hints for camps
Sweets & Snacks
For the safety of our young people we ask that sweets and snacks are not brought on camps. We have a number of scouts who have allergies and so all snacks and sweets will be provided by us to cater for this.
Electronic devices
With the exception of expedition camps, where we may ask scouts to bring a mobile phone for safety purposes, we discourage bringing electronic devices on camp to prevent them from being lost or damaged.
Uniform
Scouts should always arrive at camp wearing their green scout shirt and necker unless directed otherwise. Check the information for the camp in the parent portal if unsure.
Labelling clothes and equipment
To help prevent equipment and clothing getting lost on camp we recommend name labelling all equipment. It also helps us reunite lost property with its owner.
Prevailing weather conditions
Always consider the prevailing weather conditions when packing for a camp. Where wet weather is forecast additional socks and items of clothing are advised as things will invariably get wet. Similarly, in hot weather caps / sun hats are a must.
Weekend Camp
A weekend camp, would be any camp static camp where the Scouts would arrive and leave the camp via vehicle, either minibus or parents’ cars.
The list below assumes the camp will be under canvas. If a weekend camp involves indoor accommodation or is catered then the sleeping mat, plate, bowl and utensils may not be required. Look out for further information on the event description in the parent portal.
Equipment
- Sleeping bag
- Sleeping mat
- Torch (ideally a head torch)
- Knife, fork and spoon
- Mess tins or plastic/metal plate and bowl
- Mug (plastic or metal)
- Personal Washkit (inc wet wipes)
- Small towel/travel towel
- Large rucksack/holdall to hold equipment and clothes
- Day rucksack (25-30L) with
- rucksack liner
- Personal Survival bag
- Small first aid kit
- Waterbottle (1L)
- Sun cream/insect repellent
Clothing
- Waterproof Jacket
- Waterproof trousers
- Hiking boots
- Walking shoes / trainers
- Fleece jumpers x2
- Trousers (no jeans, joggers or cotton) x2
- T-shirts x2
- Hiking socks x3
- Warm hat and gloves
- Sun hat
- Underwear x 3
Optional items
- Book
- playing cards
- Teddy
- Mobile phone, switched off and in a sealed bag in case of emergency whilst walking
- Remember – everything brought to camp has to be carried in and out!
Expedition Camp
An expedition camp would be any camp where the Scouts would hike into and out of camp. With this type of camp they would be carrying their own equipment and typically a share of the group kit (e.g. tent poles/pegs, canvas, camping stove)
The rucksack
Equipment
- Sleeping bag
- Sleeping mat
- Torch (ideally a head torch)
- Knife, fork and spoon
- Mess tins or plastic/metal plate and bowl
- Mug (plastic or metal)
- Waterbottle (1L)
- Personal Washkit (inc wet wipes)
- Small towel/travel towel
- Large rucksack (60-65L) – needs to be large enough to hold all personal kit and your share of group kit
- Large rucksack liner or strong bin bag to keep contents of rucksack dry
- Personal Survival bag
- Small first aid kit
- Sun cream/insect repellent
Clothing
- Waterproof Jacket
- Waterproof trousers
- Hiking boots (not hiking shoes)
- Fleece jumpers x2
- Trousers (no jeans, joggers or cotton) x2
- T-shirts x2
- Hiking socks x2
- Warm hat and gloves
- Sun hat
- Underwear x 2
Optional items
- Book
- playing cards
- Teddy
- Mobile phone, switched off and in a sealed bag in case of emergency whilst walking
- Remember – everything brought to camp has to be carried in and out!
A Note on Equipment
We have listed below some basic equipment that is useful in Scouts.
Survival bag
Large durable orange plastic bag which offers protection from the elements in the event of an accident.
Small first aid kit
A small/pocket first aid kit with an assortment of plasters, bandages and dressings as well as sterile wipes.
Mess tins
A pair of nesting mess tins are more practical than plates and bowls and prevent spillages. They also typically take up less room and cutlery can be stored inside them.