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Personal Overnight Camping Gear

Overnight gear, outdoor essentials and appropriate clothing are the heart of camping equipment. Carry a light load of only what you need to keep yourself safe and make a good camp; leave all unnecessary items at home.

SCOUT OUTDOOR ESSENTIALS

• Boy Scout Handbook
• Pocketknife
• First-aid kit
• Extra clothing
• Rain gear
• Water bottle filled with potable water
• Flashlight
• Matches and fire starters
• Map and compass
• Clothing for the season (warm-weather or cold-weather)
• Backpack
• Rain cover for backpack
• Sleeping bag, or two or three blankets
• Sleeping pad
• Ground cloth

EATING KIT

• Spoon
• Plate
• Bowl
• Cup

CLEANUP KIT

• Soap
• Toothbrush
• Toothpaste
• Dental floss
• Comb
• Wash cloth
• Towel

PERSONAL EXTRAS (OPTIONAL)

• Watch
• Camera and film
• Notebook or paper
• Pencil or pen
• Sunglasses
• Small musical instrument
• Sun protection
• Swimsuit
• Gloves