What to Bring
You'll need this item to sleep in, rated for the expected nighttime temperatures.
What is a sleeping bag?
This is the seventh point of the Scout Law.
What is Cheerful?
This is a set time slot that ensures everyone gets adequate rest and avoids disturbing wildlife.
What are quiet hours?
This badge involves learning about the stars, planets, and constellations.
What is Astronomy?
This type of footwear is best for hiking on rough terrain.
What are hiking boots?
This essential item helps you see in the dark and should include extra batteries.
What is a flashlight or headlamp?
This is the highest rank in Scouts BSA.
What is Eagle Scout?
Keep this item closed or sheathed when not in use.
What is a knife?
Demonstrating CPR techniques is a key requirement for earning this merit badge.
What is First Aid?
This clothing material should be avoided because it retains moisture.
What is Cotton?
You should pack this item to keep your teeth clean every day.
What is a toothbrush and toothpaste?
For a Scout, it's the tie that binds.
What is a square knot?
Store this in sealed containers away from sleeping areas.
What is food?
This merit badge requires Scouts to learn about knots, lashings, and camping skills.
What is Pioneering?
This type of clothing system helps you adapt to changing weather.
What is layering?
This item helps prevent athlete's foot and should be worn in the shower.
What are shower shoes?
Of 10, 21, or 25, the number of merit badges a Scout needs to qualify for the rank of Eagle Scout.
What is 21?
When Scouts swim safely, they use this system in which one Scout looks out for the other & vice versa.
What is the Buddy System?
This merit badge focuses on learning about financial literacy and managing money.
What is Personal Management?
This type of jacket is essential for sudden rainstorms and should be both waterproof and breathable.
What is a rain jacket?
This item is worn under your clothes and should be changed daily at camp.
What is underwear?
When asked "For What?" with regard to this motto of the BSA, Robert Baden-Powell said, "Why, for any old thing."
What is Be Prepared?
You should make loud noises and back away slowly if you encounter this animal.
What is a bear?
This merit badge's main focus is learning about ecosystems and conservation.
What is Environmental Science?
This item is worn at night and should be kept dry and separate from your daytime clothes.
What are sleep clothes or pajamas?