WHAT TO BRING TO CAMP
ESSENTIALS
- Completed “BSA Annual Health and Medical Record” signed by parent or guardian and physician, (Parts A, B & C) with a copy of the participants medical insurance card
- Two summer Scout uniforms which include shorts or pants and short-sleeve shirt
- The field uniform (Class-A) is required for the evening meal
- Several Scout t-shirts (or Scouting appropriate shirts)
- The activity uniform (Class-B) is the preferred daytime attire
- At least seven pairs of socks (some Scout socks for use with summer uniform)
- Neckerchief (an option of troop uniform requirements)
- Towels (2) and washcloth
- At least six changes of underwear
- Swimming attire (if unsure of appropriate attire, see the Swimming Attire section on pg. 10 of the Florida Sea Base Guide)
- Sleeping bag or sheets and blanket
- Poncho or raincoat – A MUST
- Extra pair of shoes (for wet weather) – A MUST
- Duffel bag or foot locker
- Soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, and comb
- Flashlight with extra batteries
- Scout Handbook
- Notepaper, pencil or pen
- Mosquito repellent (roll-on or cream only – no aerosol cans)
- Canteen or water bottle
OPTIONAL ITEMS
- Camera
- Compass
- Pocket knife with Totin’ Chip card
- Fishing pole and tackle (Do not bring live bait – camp will have available for purchase)
- Backpack and backpacking tent (if needed for specific merit badge requirements)
- Personal cooking utensils (if needed for specific merit badge requirements)
- Hiking boots (if needed for specific merit badge requirements)
- Money for the trading post and merit badge supplies
PROHIBITED ITEMS
- Butterfly knives (or other knives designed exclusively or primarily for defense/fighting)
- Firearms, including archery equipment (unless approved for use by those with special needs)
- Fireworks
- Illegal Drugs, alcohol, or tobacco products