What to Bring to Summer Camp

HOUSING

At camp, Scouts are generally sleeping on cots in tents with clothing and personal belongings stored in totes that fit underneath. 

TOTES

Pack all your stuff into a 12″ to 14″ tall clear plastic tote. These pack well in the trailer and keep clothes dry in case bad weather gets into the tents.  Taller totes don’t usually fit under beds.  Clearly labeled with Scout’s name and Troop 281 on the top & side of the container.

FORMS AND MEDICAL

• Completed Annual Health and Medical Record – Parts A, B, C signed by your doctor.   CHECK OUR DOCUMENTS AND LINKS page.
• Medication form and insurance information signed by a parent or guardian.  Medications must be in their original container, both prescribed and OTC.  CHECK OUR DOCUMENTS AND LINKS page.
• Special Diet Requests
• All permission forms – such as Whitewater, etc…
• Early Release Form – if leaving before Friday evening

DAY PACK, INCLUDING TEN SCOUT ESSENTIALS

1. Scouts BSA Handbook / notebook / pen / pencil
2. Pocketknife (subject to Leader approval) Totin’ Chip Required
3. First aid kit
4. Rain coat/poncho
5. Flashlight / Headlamp / batteries
6. Snacks
7. Water bottle or cup
8. Fire Starting (two options – matches and/or a firestarter)
9. Sunscreen and Insect Repellent (NON AEROSOL)
10. Map compass (clear plastic base) / Maps (as needed)
    (Optional) Duct Tape / Mess Kit 

UNIFORM AND CLOTHING

• “Class A” Scouts BSA Uniform – including shirt, troop t-shirt, shorts, belt and socks
• “Class B” Activity Uniforms – Scouts BSA shorts and your favorite Scouts BSA t-shirts and  shirts!!!
• Clothing –
  • EXTRA CLOSED TOE SHOES
  • HIKING SHOES / BOOTS 
  • EXTRA SOCKS and underwear sufficient for SEVEN (7) activity filled days 
  • Rain-gear – A MUST – We still have fun in the rain!
  • Jacket or sweater (per climate)
  • Swim suit / water shoes / beach towel:  SWIMMING ATTIRE
    should be modest and appropriate.  A swim shirt is encouraged for all scouts.
  • Shower shoes / shower towels (FLIP FLOPS ARE NOT ALLOWED)
• Sleeping bag or other bedding
  • PRO TIP: bring twin fitted sheet to put over the cot mattress!
• Toiletries:
  • Soap, comb, toothbrush, toothpaste, towels (bring extra!), and other personal items
  • Towels, bring several for swimming and showering
  • Sunblock and insect repellent (non Aerosol)
• Scouts BSA Handbook, Merit Badge Books, pens, pencils, and notebooks
  • Merit badge pre-reqs completed or signed by Scoutmaster
• Day pack
  • Travel money for lunch and snacks for drive to and from camp
  • Money for crafts, snacks, at the Trading Post ($70 suggested)
  • Water bottle and or “Camelback” hydration system
  • Camera, compass, flashlight, and other camping items
• Shoe box sized Rubbermaid box to put individual snacks in with their name on it
• SMALL chair like a bag chair
• NO AEROSOL SPRAYS, LARGE KNIVES, HATCHETS, OR AXES, RADIOS OR ELECTRONICS

OPTIONAL ITEMS

• Any extra money for the Trading Post or merit badge supplies 
• Camera (not a smartphone, which is not allowed)
• Long-sleeve shirt and long pants (if taking Swimming or Lifesaving)
• Watch and travel alarm clock 
• Cards / travel games
• Backpack and backpacking tent (if needed for specific merit badge requirements)
• Fishing pole and tackle (Do not bring live bait – camp will have it available for purchase)
• Personal cooking utensils (if needed for specific merit badge requirements)

PROHIBITED ITEMS

• Sheath knives
• Firearms
• Fireworks
• Caffeinated beverages
• Drugs, alcohol, or tobacco products 
• Electronic devices (radios and TV prohibited, iPods/phones permitted for Scouts during extended transportation)

LINK HERE TO CAMP FRIEDLANDER FULL PROGRAM GUIDE!

Questions???  Please contact our Scoutmasters at Scoutmaster@Troop281.org.