Equipment

You can start with the basics and build up your camping equipment over time. If you’re new to Pathfinders and don’t have all the equipment you need for a camp, talk to your Unit Leader who may be able to help you find a temporary solution. As children are required to share a tent on camps, your child may not need to purchase their own tent for a little while.

Camping equipment

Tent	Water bottle
Mallet/hammer	Dishwashing liquid
Spare tent pegs (optional)	Dishcloth
Rag for cleaning tent pegs	Scourer
Sleeping bag	Tea towel
Sleeping bag liner (if bag requires one)	Small esky (optional)
Sleeping mat	Toiletries
Pillow	Sunscreen
Chair/3-legged stool	Insect repellent
Torch or headlamp	Towel
Spare batteries for torch/headlamp	Soov cream for insect bites
Gas cooker	Bandaids/basic first aid kit
Gas cylinders	Hand sanitiser
Matches/lighter	Backpack
Water container	Raincover for backpack (optional)
Cooking pot	Rubbish bags (for wet clothes and rubbish)
Food	Day clothes (suitable for outdoor activities)
Plate	Hat
Bowl	Hiking boots
Cup	Swimmers
Cutlery	Pyjamas or thermals for sleeping
Bible	Rain jacket
Medications	Day pack
Water shoes (or old joggers)

Caving equipment

Headlamp (compulsory)	Overalls
Long pants (in winter)	Jumper (in winter)
Bike helmet (compulsory)