Scouts should read merit badge books for courses they will take and use common sense to be sure they are wearing the right clothing to participate in the activity the merit badge requires.

Examples include:

• Climbing requires shoes you can climb with.
• Welding requires jeans and leather boots.

There are many common items that are not recommended for camp because they can distract Scouts and may create problems.

These include expensive items such as phones and tablets. Other items include:

• Water guns
• Fixed blade knives
• Aerosols of any kind

The BSA does not promote the advertising of alcoholic beverages or other "cute" messages printed on t-shirts. Scouts should only pack t-shirts that are Scouting-related themes or blank.

The troop and camp will not be responsible for valuables brought to camp. We suggest that you do not bring them.

However, if you must bring valuables, you may want to consider bringing a trunk or suitcase that can be locked.

For the Scout's convenience, they may deposit their money at the Troop Bank in the commissary. The bank will be available twice a day at Breakfast and Dinner.

Please place money in an envelope with the Scout's name on it. Singles are best.

Many Scouts like to hold onto their money, but regret their decision after the money is lost or stolen. As with any valuable item, the fewer Scouts that know you have it, the less likely it will be bothered with, so keep your stuff to yourself.