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Camp Kitlist

This is a suggested kit list for a weekend camp (two nights). You may want to adapt this for longer camps, and take into account different times of year.

We suggest all kit is named, and that Explorers pack their own bags where possible so they know what they have with them, and where it is packed!


• Unit Polo Shirt, Hoodie and Scarf to be worn on way to camp
• Sleeping bag
• Roll mat/sleeping mat
• Blanket and Pillow (as appropriate)
• Torch and spare batteries
• Hat (for warmth or to protect from sun!)
• Suncream (spf 30+)
• Waterproof jacket
• Waterproof trousers (optional)
• Scarf and Gloves (as appropriate)
• 2 Warm Jumpers
• 3 Tshirts/Tops
• 2 pairs of trousers/warm leggings/shorts (not jeans)
• 3 pairs of socks
• Underwear
• Pyjamas (or leggings/tshirt) to sleep in
• Boots or strong shoes
• Wellies, if expected to be wet
• Trainers (optional)
• Personal wash kit
• Towel
• Tea Towel
• Plate
• Bowl
• Mug
• Knife, fork and spoon
• Plastic Water Bottle
• Extra bag for dirty clothes
• Book and/or quiet game (cards, etc) if they wish
• Small daysack for hike (to carry spare jumper, water, etc)

• Pocket money (small amount) and/or payment card for small spending on trips
• Medication (to be handed to a leader in the correct packaging and with
dosage information please)

Pen knives
Scouts may bring a pen knife if they have one, which they will be allowed to use for appropriate tasks after having completed a knife, axe and saw training session which we will do on camp.