Camping Guide

Camping

Camping is a highlight of Scouting with Pack 584. We practice Family Camping, meaning each Cub Scout must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Siblings are welcome but not required.

Our Cubmaster loves camping, and we aim to camp as a Pack twice a year (Fall and Spring). Webelos dens are encouraged to camp often, including at least one outing with a Troop in the fall. Mark these fun trips on your family calendar and check the Pack 584 Calendar page for dates.

For Webelos (4th & 5th grade), additional camping trips are expected. Pack 584 has strong ties with local Scout Troops, providing unique camping opportunities and valuable experience for our Scouts.

Pack 584 Family Campout Guide (what to expect)

For weekend camping, we typically leave on Friday evening and set up tents at our destination. Children sleep in tents with their parents, as BSA rules prohibit children from sleeping with unrelated adults. If needed, we can arrange a separate tent for scouts. You can also arrive Saturday morning and choose to camp overnight or just spend the day.

We usually pack up early Sunday morning after a light breakfast, allowing families time to attend Sunday services and recharge for the week.

Food and utensils are provided by the Pack, with costs shared among participants. Campout fees are not included in annual dues and are charged as needed. We set up a centralized kitchen and prepare fun, nutritious meals together.

Our "fuzzy camping" style allows you to drive close to the campsite to unload gear. We aim for campsites with bathrooms and hot showers, though sometimes a lake may be the best option for cleaning up.

Parental Duty

• Many hands make light work! Please note that this is a completely volunteer-run event. We really appreciate it when all of our families find ways to help out throughout the event to make things run smoothly. We need help in the kitchen, with games, and hikes. 

Weather

• We typically make no exceptions with weather. Rain or shine, we will plan our activities and adjust as needed. That being said, there are times when we need to cancel outdoor events, and to do this every camping activity will have one adult that is trained in Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (Baloo) who has the appropriate knowledge and skills.

Safety

• We practice two deep leadership - No adult may be alone with a child who does not belong to him or her.

Leave No Trace

• Cub Scout camps operate as “Leave No Trace” camps – we should only take memories and pictures (and may be a fish or two). 

Buddy System

• No scout or sibling should leave camp without a buddy. Please help us encourage the kids to buddy up.

What not to bring

• Alcohol, Marijuana, or any illegal drug is not allowed at scouting events.

What to bring

1. Tent (with tarp underneath & rainfly, just in case)

2. Sleeping bag

3. Foam pad

4. Bathroom toiletries/towels

5. Mess kit (plate, bowl, fork, spoon and cup). The pack will have a few extra paper and plastic products but we want to cut down on waste.

6. Water bottle and coffee/juice cup

7. Flashlight/headlamp and spare batteries

8. Warm jacket or sweatshirt

9. Full change of clothes x2

10. Extra pair of warm socks

11. Rain gear

12. Two pairs of strong shoes or hiking boots. Flip flops aren’t great for camping

13. Bug repellent – it can get really buggy at camp

14. Essential medication and documentation needed for medical emergency

15. Sunblock

16. Small first aid kit

17. See 13

18. Optional: Snacks

19. Optional: Games or puzzles in case we need to shelter for rain.

20. Camp Chairs – I recommend bringing them because we only have a few benches.

21. Battery-powered Lantern for your tent

22. Pillows

23. Bug spray in case you missed 13, and 17 above.