Camping Trip Packing Lists printable pdf download

CAMPING TRIP PACKING LISTS

Packing for a camping trip can be an overwhelming task. Overpacking for camp is a common error, especially for

first-year campers. But you also have to make sure you pack everything you will need. Following are several CAMPING

TRIP PACKING LISTS. Choose the one that best matches the type of trip you will be attending and print it out. For

backpacking trips, also print out LOADING A BACKPACK and BACKPACKING COMFORT TIPS. These packing

lists will apply for most camping trips, however, some trips (such as canoe trips, cycling trips, caving trips, etc.) will have

special packing requirements. So you should always attend the troop meetings before each trip when the details for the

trip are discussed. Then you will find out about any special packing requirements for each camping trip. Please stick to

the equipment and clothing on the list. It is recommended that you permanently mark your name (or initials) and troop

number on all your equipment items, especially for summer camp and a camporee. Follow these packing lists and maybe

you can avoid that, “Oh, no, I forgot …” scenario.

TENT CAMPING – SUMMER----------------------------Page 2

TENT CAMPING – SPRING OR FALL ----------------Page 3

CAMPOREE --------------------------------------------------Page 3

CABIN CAMPING – WINTER ----------------------------Page 4

BACKPACKING – SPRING OR FALL -----------------Page 5

LOADING A BACKPACK---------------------------Page 6

BACKPACKING COMFORT TIPS ---------------Page 7

SUMMER CAMP --------------------------------------------Page 8

THINGS NOT TO BRING ON CAMPING TRIPS

Clothing with words and/or symbols not consistent with Scouting principles

Televisions, stereos/radios/cassette/CD players (boom boxes), cell phones, pagers, electronic games, and other

electronic devices

Aerosol spray cans of any kind (including deodorant, insect repellent, hair spray, paint, etc.)

Hunting and sheath knives

Sling shots and other weapons

Lighters

Candles and candle lanterns

Pressurized (liquid fueled) lanterns and equipment

Heaters

Gasoline, kerosene, and other liquid fuels

Fireworks

Guns and ammunition

Paintball guns

Bows and arrows

Cigarettes, snuff, and other tobacco products

Beer and other alcoholic beverages

Illegal drugs and controlled substances

Camping Trip Packing Lists