Ready-to-print lists for campouts, day trips, or merit badge events!
Whether you’re heading to a weekend campout, a day hike, or working on a merit badge, being prepared starts with packing the right gear! Below are printable checklists to make it easy for Scouts and parents to get organized. ✅
Weekend Campout Checklist
👕 Clothing
- Scout uniform (Class A & B)
- T-shirts (non-cotton preferred)
- Shorts or pants
- Socks (3+ pairs)
- Underwear
- Hoodie or jacket
- Rain gear (poncho or raincoat)
- Sleepwear
- Hiking boots/sneakers
🛏️ Sleeping Gear
- Sleeping bag
- Sleeping pad or air mattress
🔦 Gear & Essentials
- Backpack
- Flashlight or headlamp (with extra batteries)
- Mess kit (plate, bowl, utensils, cup)
- Refillable water bottle
- Toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, etc.)
- Towel
🧼 Personal Items
- Sunscreen & bug spray
- Notebook & pen
- Personal medications (label and give to adult leaders)
🎯 Optional Items
- Book or card game
- Small snacks (nut-free)
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🥾 Day Trip / Hike Checklist
- Small daypack or backpack
- Water bottle
- Class B uniform
- Rain gear
- Notebook & pen
- Sunscreen & bug spray
- Lunch & trail snacks
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🧭 Merit Badge Workshop Checklist
🧥 Required Gear
- Class A uniform
- Notebook & pen/pencil
- Blue card
- Scoutbook or printed worksheet
- Any pre-requisites required
- Water bottle
- Light snack