Kit Lists

Suggested Kit Lists

The following is a guideline of what to bring on a weekend camp and may be adjusted for seasonal and activity reasons. For our main week-long Easter or Summer Camps the list is increased in quantity.

These lists can be used as a basic list to get you started but always keep an eye on your emails as specific camps may require specific items. If this is the case your section leaders will let you know directly.

When attending camp you should always arrive and return wearing minimum of top half uniform and neckers.

Sectional Kit Lists

Beavers & Cubs

Large bag or rucksack containing:

Sleeping bag – minimum 2 season
Roll mat/small inflatable mat
Pillow
Camp Blanket
Teddy
Torch
Pyjamas
Cub Jumper
Necker
Group T-shirt (preferably x2)
3 x T-shirts (inc group T-shirts)
3 x Bottoms – at least one set of joggers and a mix of other weather
appropriate garments
Underpants and socks (Trust me these get forgotten!!!)
Fleece/Group hoodie
Waterproof jacket if the weather dictates
Walking boots/trainers x 2 (NO WELLIES)
Wash bag inc. Toothbrush, Toothpaste, flannel & Soap
Towel
Hairbrush and bobbles for those with long hair
Hat
Sun cream
Plate
Cup
Cutlery
Water bottle
Spare carrier bag for dirty/wet clothes

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Scouts

Large bag or rucksack containing:

Sleeping bag
Roll mat
Blanket and pillow (both very optional!)
Torch
Warm hat/sun hat/Suncream
Waterproof jacket
Waterproof trousers
Gaiters (optional)
Scarf/head-over and gloves
Warm jumper/fleece
2 Thin long-sleeved tops (optional)
3 T-shirts
2 Pairs of trousers
3 Pairs socks
Underwear
Walking boots
Trainers
Personal wash kit
Towel
Tea Towel
Plate • Bowl • Mug • Knife, fork, and spoon •
Full Plastic Water bottle
Folding/Camping Chair
Cake…. Everyone loves cake
Teddy Bear/Cuddly Toy

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Tips and tricks

Try not to tie anything on the outside of your rucksack. It nearly always falls off or gets snagged on something. The only real exception to this is your roll mat which is difficult to put inside.
Everything should be named and put into bags before putting in a rucksack.
It’s a good idea to put a bin bag in your rucksack first and then put all your kit in that to keep it dry if it is raining when we get on site.

ALL ITEMS TO BE CLEARLY LABELLED

SCOUTS SHOULD BE ENCOURAGED TO PACK THEIR OWN BAGS

PARENT CO-OPERATION IS EXPECTED TO ENSURE SCOUTS DO NOT BRING MOBILE PHONES, MP3 PLAYERS, OR OTHER ELECTRONIC DEVICES they are easily damaged, dropped or soaked. Leaders will not take any responsibility for these items.

The Scout Association have a great factsheet on kit lists and packing which can be found here.