Camping Program

Scouts BSA Troop 71 has an active camping program, with multiple campout activities throughout the year. Some of these campouts take place at our very own Camp Kishwaukee in Plano, Illinois! Our troop provides a robust list of camping equipment for every event (tents, cook wear, shelters, etc.), however Scouts need to prepare their personal gear to be successful on these campouts.

The Scouts BSA Handbook provides comprehensive information about camping on pages 256-287 of the current edition. We also offer standardized packing lists below, catered to specific weather expectations. The BSA Fieldbook offers more advanced information on camping on pages 66-75

Sample Packing Lists

Warm-Weather Packing List

The Scouts BSA "12 Essentials" (in a day pack)
- Scouts BSA Handbook
- Water Bottle
- Pocketknife
- Flashlight
- First Aid Kit
- Sun Protection and/or Insect Repellent
- Rain Gear
- Matches and/or Fire Starters
- Extra Clothing
- Trail Food
- Notetaking Gear
  - Paper
  - Pen and/or Pencil
- Map & Compass
Backpack or Duffle Bag
Weather-Appropriate Clothing (equal to 1 outfit/day)
- T-Shirts
- Shorts
- Socks
- Undergarments
- Extra Change of Clothing
- Pants (in cooler temperatures)
- Long-Sleeve Shirt (in cooler temperatures)
- Windbreaker or Jacket (in cooler temperatures)
Sleeping Gear
- Sleeping Outfit
- Sleeping Bag
- Sleeping Pad
- Ground Cloth
- Pillow
Mess Kit
- Eating Utensils (fork, spoon, knife)
- Plate
- Bowl
- Cup
Toiletry Kit
- Toothbrush & Toothpaste
- Dental Floss
- Soap
- Comb and/or Brush
- Small Camp Towel
Medications (clearly labeled and provided to the adult in charge)
Watch
Optional Gear
- Hat
- Camera
- Fishing Gear
- Swimsuit & Beach Towel
- Religious Literature (according to the traditions of your faith)

Cold-Weather Packing List

The Scouts BSA "12 Essentials" (in a day pack)
- Scouts BSA Handbook
- Water Bottle
- Pocketknife
- Flashlight
- First Aid Kit
- Sun Protection and/or Insect Repellent
- Rain Gear
- Matches and/or Fire Starters
- Extra Clothing
- Trail Food
- Notetaking Gear
  - Paper
  - Pen and/or Pencil
- Map & Compass
Backpack or Duffle Bag
Weather-Appropriate Clothing (equal to 1 outfit/day)
- Long Shirts and/or Sweatshirts
- Long Pants and/or Sweatpants
- Socks
- Undergarments
- Extra Change of Clothing
- Coat or Jacket (appropriate for the weather)
Sleeping Gear
- Sleeping Outfit
- Sleeping Bag
- Blanket
- Sleeping Pad
- Ground Cloth
- Pillow
Mess Kit
- Eating Utensils (fork, spoon, knife)
- Plate
- Bowl
- Cup
Toiletry Kit
- Toothbrush & Toothpaste
- Dental Floss
- Soap
- Comb and/or Brush
- Small Camp Towel
Medications (clearly labeled and provided to the adult in charge)
Watch
Optional Gear
- Hat
- Camera
- Religious Literature (according to the traditions of your faith)

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