The Cub Scout Six Essentials

• Filled water bottle
• First aid kit (small personal size with bandages and antiseptic)
• Flashlight or headlamp with extra batteries
• Trail food (high-energy snacks like granola bars or trail mix)
• Sun protection (sunscreen and a hat)
• Whistle (for emergency signaling) 

Sleeping & Shelter Gear

• Tent with rainfly, stakes, and a ground tarp/footprint
• Sleeping bag rated for the expected nighttime temperatures
• Sleeping pad or air mattress for insulation and comfort
• Pillow 

Clothing & Uniform

• Closed-toe shoes or hiking boots (broken in ahead of time)
• Class A or pack t-shirt (as requested by your den leader)
• Socks and underwear (pack at least one extra pair per day)
• Weather layers (warm jacket, sweatshirt, and long pants for chilly nights)
• Rain gear (raincoat or poncho—avoid flimsy disposables if possible)
• Pajamas
• Hat or cap 

Mess Kit & Personal Care

• Optional – Pack usually supplies plates/silverware/cups for meals –Mess kit (reusable plate, bowl, cup, fork, and spoon in a mesh dunk bag)
• Toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, and comb)
• Personal medication (if applicable, usually checked in with the pack leader/parent)
• Insect repellent (non-aerosol)
• Bath towel and washcloth (if showers are available) 

Camp Extras

• Folding camp chair
• Utility wagon (helpful for hauling gear from the parking area to the campsite)
• Cub Scout Handbook
• Plastic bags (for storing wet or muddy clothes)