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Outdoor Kit List

Below are lists of kit that you will normally need for camps and hikes. Depending on the activity, extra items may be required or some pieces of equipment may not be allowed.

Camp List

Frame Rucksack to hold all your kit
Sleeping Bag (with stuff sack)
Roll Mat

Suitable Clothing and Footwear (preferably walking boots/old trainers)
Changes of Clothes (at least 1 for a one-night camp)
Change of Footwear
Waterproofs - coat and trousers

Wash Kit and Towel

Eating Stuff - Fork, Knife, Spoon, Plate, Bowl, Mug
Water Bottle
2 old Tea Towels

Small Rucksack
First Aid Kit
Torch, spare batteries and bulb
Emergency Rations
Survival Bag (if you have one)
Pen and Paper
Small Sewing Set (optional)
Watch

Sun Hat, Sun Cream (seasonal)

Uniform and Hanger (only for longer camps)

Hike Kit List

Small Rucksack
Clothing suitable for the time of year (but not shorts)
Spare mid-layer eg. Fleece
Waterproofs

Water
Food as appropriate, eg. Lunch, Snacks
Watch
First Aid Kit
Emergency Rations
Survival Bag

Torch, spare batteries and bulb (Night Hikes)

Most of this kit is also required for any other outdoor activities, including those at the Firs.

You are reminded that electronic equipment is generally not allowed during Scouting activities. The only notable exception is during a Hike, when Patrol Leaders are allowed to have a mobile phone for emergency use only.