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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 ]'''. | |||
| *'''(Optional) Duct Tape/Mess Kit''' Some troops{{Who|date=June 2019}} like to have duct tape or mess kits as the eleventh essential | |||
| == Webelos Scout Essentials == | |||
| {{Update section|date=April 2019}} | |||
| 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. Lion 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== | |||
| {{Portal|Scouting}} | |||
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| ==References== | |||
| {{Reflist}} | |||
| ==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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