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{{refimprove|date=September 2008}}The '''Scout Outdoor Essentials''', as practiced by the ], are a list of ten items that should be brought by each individual to any outdoor activity, such as ] or ]. The origins of the list derive from the ] listed in the climbing course taught by the Mountaineering Club since the 1930s.

Different levels of Scouting have different lists of essentials, and a different number of items. The differences come from an effort to use appropriate items for each age.<ref></ref>

== Boy Scout Essentials ==
As listed in the Eleventh Edition of the '']'', they are:

* A ''']''' (presumably more than just a ], a ] for example). In order to use a knife in Scouting, you must have your ] award.
* A ''']'''. A basic kit for ] might include ]s, ], sterile ], ], ], ], a mouth-barrier device for ], scissors and ].
* '''Extra clothing''' to match the weather. Multiple layers are superior to a single massive ], because ] is adaptable to a wide range of temperatures.
* '''Rain gear'''.
* A ''']'''.
*<ref>{{Cite book|title=Boy Scout Handbook|publisher=Boy Scouts Of America|year=2016|location=|pages=239}}</ref>'''Trail ] such as trail mix and granola bars, etc.'''
* '''Water''' Portable ] and ]s may be used to obtain potable water from virtually any source. If a water-source is unavailable the use of a ] should be considered. Also bring ]
* ''']es and/or a firestarter''' may be used to light ]s for heat, or for signalling purposes. (Publicly owned forests in the United States often have lookout stations for forest fires and signal fires.)
* '''Sun protection''' may include ], ], ] and a wide-brimmed ].
* '''] and ]'''.

== Webelos Scout Essentials ==
{{Update section|date=November 2018}}
The 2003 edition of the ''Webelos Handbook'' lists these items as the "Outdoor Essentials".<ref>Cub Scout Webelos Handbook, 2006 printing, ], pages 363, (2003), {{ISBN|0-8395-3452-3}}</ref> This list is part of the additional information for the Outdoorsman activity Badge.

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== Bear Cub Scout 10 Essentials ==
{{Update section|date=November 2018}}
The 2003 edition of the ''Cub Scout Bear Handbook'' lists these items as the "Outdoor Essentials".<ref>Cub Scout Bear Handbook, 2005 printing, ], pages 277, (2003), {{ISBN|0-8395-3451-5}}</ref> This list is one of the requirements for the "Let's Go Camping" elective, #25.

# First aid kit
# Flashlight
# Trail food
# Sunscreen
# Whistle
# Map and Compass
# Rain gear
# Pocket knife
# Matches or fire starters.
# Extra clothing.

== Wolf Cub Scout Six Essentials ==
The 2018 edition of the ''Wolf Cub Scout Handbook'' lists these items as the "Cub Scout Six Essentials".<ref>Wolf Cub Scout Handbook, 2018 printing, ], pages 79-80, (2018), {{ISBN|978-0-8395-0110-7}}</ref>
This list is detailed in requirement 1 of the "Paws on the Path" required adventure. Wolf Scouts are cautioned to "have items with you to take care of any minor emergencies that could happen"

# First aid kit
# Flashlight
# Filled water bottle
# Trail food
# Sun Protection
# Whistle

Placing items in a backpack is recommended, and an extra pair of socks and rain gear are also mentioned.

== Tiger Cub Scout Six Essentials ==
The 2018 edition of the ''Tiger Cub Scout Handbook'' lists these items as the "Cub Scout Six Essentials".<ref>Tiger Cub Scout Handbook, 2018 printing, ], pages 95-96, (2018), {{ISBN|978-0-8395-0109-1}}</ref>
This list is detailed in requirement 1 of the "Tigers in the Wild" required adventure. Tiger Scouts are advised that these "are the most important things you need to have with you when you are hiking"

# First aid kit
# Flashlight
# Filled water bottle
# Trail food
# Sun Protection
# Whistle

A small backpack or fanny pack to carry it in, rain gear, and bug spray are also mentioned.

== Lion Cub Scout Six Essentials ==
The 2016 edition of the ''Lion Parent and Leader Guidebook (Pilot Materials)'' lists these items as the "recommended Cub Scout Six Essentials".<ref>Lion Parent and Leader Guidebook (Pilot Materials), 2016 printing, ], pages 41, (2016)</ref>
This list is detailed in the required "Mountain Lion" adventure. Tiger Scouts are advised that these "are important for them to have when they go on an outdoor adventure"

# First aid kit (This can be a small personal kit.)
# Flashlight (Always check batteries before leaving.)
# Filled water bottle
# Trail food (Always check for allergies.)
# Sun Protection
# Whistle

==See also==
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==References==
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==External links==
* {{cite web |url=http://bsahandbook.org/ |title=Boy Scout Handbook}}
* - The Official BSA Supply website
* Webelos activity badge on
* Scouting Magazine article on

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