How to Pack for a Week at a Boy Scout Summer Camp
Do some background research., Look at how long you are going to be there, and what facilities will be available., Decide on the activities you will participate in: watersports/activities, fishing, hiking, various merit badges, etc., Put together a...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Do some background research.
Grab a notebook and prepare to utilize your common sense.
Write down what time of the year you are going, where the camp is located, what the local weather has been like in the past couple of weeks, how high the elevation is, if there is a lake, etc. -
Step 2: Look at how long you are going to be there
Is there a laundromat, showers, a mess hall, tents/cabins, etc.? Will you be able to wash your clothing at a common laundry station, or will you have to pack a week's worth of clothing? The answers to these questions will determine how much you will need to buy or pack. , and what is required for them. , Lay all of your clothing in groups on a flat surface, such as a bed, and put together a list.
Packing too much is preferable to not packing enough. , Lay these out next to your clothing.
Don't forget a basic hygiene kit: toothbrush, toothpaste, floss, a towel, soap, shampoo, conditioner, a comb, and a washcloth. , Make sure that all of your clothes and items are labeled clearly so they cannot be lost or stolen. , Various juices, milk, and sodas are fine but water is always preferable to avoid dehydration.
Some camps do not allow campers to bring their own food, so make sure this is allowed before you rush for refreshments. , Bring books, music, art supplies, small toys, and games so you will have a variety of familiar things to do in your spare periods.
You can carry these in a regular school-sized backpack that you take with you when you leave.
Be sure this bag is not overpacked as most summer camps will offer many things to do other than merit badges. , Do not simply stuff it all in carelessly; you may damage your items and it will be harder to save space.
You may need more than one container if you are staying longer, or have a need for more clothes or materials.
Take care that nothing is poking out of the trunk or pinched in the lid. , This will keep out raccoons and other animals that may want your food.
This will also prevent anything from being stolen. -
Step 3: and what facilities will be available.
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Step 4: Decide on the activities you will participate in: watersports/activities
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Step 5: fishing
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Step 6: hiking
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Step 7: various merit badges
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Step 8: Put together a list of clothing you will need
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Step 9: such as underwear
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Step 10: t-shirts
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Step 11: sweaters
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Step 12: and swimsuits.
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Step 13: Look at what other things you will need for in/around camp
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Step 14: such as flashlights
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Step 15: a mess kit
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Step 16: canteen
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Step 17: sleeping bag
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Step 18: Pack your clothing into a good-sized
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Step 19: colored duffel bag (or a hiking backpack if you have one) that you will be able to find easily in the dark.
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Step 20: Pack a large lunch bag with some snacks and drinks.
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Step 21: Provide some entertainment for yourself during your free time
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Step 22: and pack it.
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Step 23: Pack everything in a neat and orderly fashion into a large duffel bag.
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Step 24: Make sure you bring a lock for your box.
Detailed Guide
Grab a notebook and prepare to utilize your common sense.
Write down what time of the year you are going, where the camp is located, what the local weather has been like in the past couple of weeks, how high the elevation is, if there is a lake, etc.
Is there a laundromat, showers, a mess hall, tents/cabins, etc.? Will you be able to wash your clothing at a common laundry station, or will you have to pack a week's worth of clothing? The answers to these questions will determine how much you will need to buy or pack. , and what is required for them. , Lay all of your clothing in groups on a flat surface, such as a bed, and put together a list.
Packing too much is preferable to not packing enough. , Lay these out next to your clothing.
Don't forget a basic hygiene kit: toothbrush, toothpaste, floss, a towel, soap, shampoo, conditioner, a comb, and a washcloth. , Make sure that all of your clothes and items are labeled clearly so they cannot be lost or stolen. , Various juices, milk, and sodas are fine but water is always preferable to avoid dehydration.
Some camps do not allow campers to bring their own food, so make sure this is allowed before you rush for refreshments. , Bring books, music, art supplies, small toys, and games so you will have a variety of familiar things to do in your spare periods.
You can carry these in a regular school-sized backpack that you take with you when you leave.
Be sure this bag is not overpacked as most summer camps will offer many things to do other than merit badges. , Do not simply stuff it all in carelessly; you may damage your items and it will be harder to save space.
You may need more than one container if you are staying longer, or have a need for more clothes or materials.
Take care that nothing is poking out of the trunk or pinched in the lid. , This will keep out raccoons and other animals that may want your food.
This will also prevent anything from being stolen.
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