The list below is suggested items. Understand as a first year scout you may not have all these items. Please direct your questions to committee members or the Scout Master for items in this list.
Recommended First Year Scout Equipment
Weekend Camping - Troop 1707, BSA
Put your name on everything
q BSA uniform shirt
q BSA uniform shorts/trousers
q BSA uniform socks
q BSA uniform belt & buckle
q Troop 1707 Campout Fob and Beads
q Boy Scout Handbook
q Change of clothing (as desired)
q Pajamas / sweatsuit
q Underclothing (3 sets minimum)
q Handkerchiefs (as needed)
q Class "B" T-shirts (2)
q Sweater / sweatshirt
q Wool hat & Scarf
q Jacket
q Raincoat, poncho, or rain suit
q Boots
q Shoes for hiking
q Change of shoes
q Required / prescription medicine
q Towels and washcloth
q Toothbrush and paste
q Comb
q Hand soap and container
q Sleeping bag
q Blankets (as needed)
q Tent (one for every two new Scouts)
q Ground cloth
q Flashlight with spare batteries
q Mess kit and dunk bag
q Knife, fork, and spoon
q Drinking cup (and belt hook)
Put your name on everything.
Suggested Personal Equipment
Weekend Camping - Troop 1707, BSA
q Scout knife with Totin' Chip card
q Sharpening stone
q Matches with Firem'n Chit card
q Kindling
q Rope
q Compass
q Personal first aid kit
q Metal mirror
q Canteen
q Fanny pack
q Backpack or daypack
q Sewing Kit
q Notebook
q Ball-point pen or pencil
q Pillow and case
q Sunglasses
q Sled or toboggan
q Watch
q Lip salve
q Camera with extra film
q Religious book(s)
Scouts: be sure to pack your own gear so that you know what you brought and what you should be taking home. Put your name on your gear.
SPECIFIC PATROL EQUIPMENT
This changes for each campout.
Useful Camp Phone Numbers
D-A Scout Ranch (248) 678-2130
Cole Canoe Base (517) 836-2270