Camp Equipment & Gadgets
Packing the Essentials
Recommended Gear
Always visible in a patrol campsite
My tent is uncomfortable
100
Troop Gear First! These are the first two pieces of troop gear to come out of the trailer when arriving in the rain / dark.
What is a canopy (rainfly) and a lantern?
100
A small portable backpack that holds your 10 essentials and stays with you at all times.
What is a "Ready Bag" (or "Go Bag")
100
The name for a camper's personal eating tools. Consisting of, at a minimum:
a) a cup,
b) a bowl/deep plate and
c) a spoon
What is "Mess Kit"
100
How I know which patrol is camping here.
What is a proudly displayed Patrol Flag
100
What you get when you keep snacks & food in your tent, instead of in a sealed container in your patrol kitchen.
What are "bugs" (critters)
200
Practical Use! This is the knot used to tighten a tent's rainfly or stake-outs
Taught-line Hitch
200
Two of the 10 essentials that require a special BSA card to carry.
Pocket Knife, Firestarter
200
Never go anywhere without a WATER BOTTLE. We recommend scouts use a standard "Nalgene" bottle as a personal water bottle on campouts. This is the capacity of a standard sized Nalgene bottle.
What is One Liter.
200
Reminds me to not leave trash laying around camp
A trash bag, elevated off the ground
200
The reason rain is coming down in your tent
What is a loose or incorrectly installed rainfly?
300
Don't be caught in the dark. These are two consumables required to have lantern light. And both should both be inspected as you are loading troop equipment.
What are: Lantern Mantles, and Propane Tank
300
Two of the 10 essentials that help you find your way
Flashlight, Map & Compass
300
Not only a record of your accomplishments, but a handy reference for camping skills.
(If you can keep it dry!)
What is a "Scout Handbook"
300
Easy to find in case I witness a medical emergency.
A visible First Aid Kit
300
A scout is clean! Keeping these under your tent's vestibule, instead of inside the tent, will prevent dirt and mud in your bed.
What are "Boots" (shoes)?
400
The number of spars needed to lash a standard wash station.
What is TEN
400
Three of the 10 essentials needed to keep your body nourished and healthy.
Water bottle, Trail Food, First Aid Kit
400
"Wearing Layers" is not just about the number of clothing articles you use, but selecting the correct materials for those layers. Avoid all cotton, and pack a base layer that is good at this word for moisture management.
What is "Wicking"?
400
Where I look to see which camp chores I have today.
What is a posted Patrol Duty Roster
400
What you need to prevent losing bodyheat into the ground while sleeping.
What is a Sleeping Pad?
500
Names of any three consumables that should always be kept in the QM supply (trailer) on campouts.
Name any three of the following:
Extra Dish Soap, Extra Bleach, Spare Lantern Mantles, Firestarters, Paper Towels, Charcoal, Spare Lighters
500
Three of the 10 essentials that protect you from weather.
Sun Protection, Rain Gear, Extra Clothes
500
The name for a tight rope/cord strung up between two points, over which campers can attach a tarp, or use to suspend gear above the ground.
What is a "ridgeline"
500
Three ways I know the patrol's fire-ring is safe
What is...
Inside the ring is clean from debris
Leaves have been cleared in 10ft circle
A water bucket is sitting next to ring
500
The reason your tent keeps collapsing in the wind, and is cold in the morning.
What is the tent is too large. The ideal size is 3 person or smaller.