Cub Gear List
Please see at the bottom for a PDF file for the CNI Cub Camp Gear List for 2026
Please Note:
Electronics including mobile phones and devices are NOT ALLOWED unless discussed and approved with the camp director.
If a Cub needs to contact a parent then there is a phone at the camp office that may be used or perhaps their Leader can make a phone available.
Parents should be aware that frequently the even the happiest Cub in camp will become homesick after a phone call home. The youth are growing up, and being away from home for 4 - 5 days is part of the process of developing self-confidence and self-reliance.
CNI Cub Summer Camp Gear List
Cubs to arrive in full uniform. Grey shirt, scarf and woggle.
We recommended that your Cubs gear are best placed in plastic boxes that fit under the X framed stretchers, this keeps tents tidy, items dry in case of bad weather.
Sleeping Gear
- Sleeping Bag
- Spare sleeping bag (optional and peace of mind for those who have night time accidents)
- Sleeping Liner or fitted sheet (Optional)
- Camp fire blanket for cold nights and campfire
- X framed stretcher
- Pillow and pillow case
- Pyjamas
- Thermals (Optional)
Clothes
- Full uniform (to be worn to and from camp and at opening and closing ceremonys).
- Waterproof jacket / coat
- Waterproof trousers (Optional. However, recommended just in case)
- Fleece / Jumper / Coat
- Underwear at least 6 pairs (more if possible)
- Socks at least 6 pairs (more if possible and designed for wearing all day)
- Purple T-Shirt (if you have one)
- T- Shirts (one for each day plus spare)
- Shorts (one for each day plus spare)
- 2 x Long trousers (not jeans)
- Swim wear / togs including rash top.
- Wetsuit (Optional)
- Large towel x 2 (quick drying or thin towels)
- Sunhat (wide brimmed / bucket hat. Must be worn at all times)
- Beanie / Woolen hat (Optional)
Footwear
- Boots or strong shoes for all day wear (including spare laces)
- Sandals / crocs for inside tent / water activities (NO Jandals or Flip-Flop at camp)
- Water shoes / old trainers for water activities
- Gumboots (Optional. Recommended as it can get muddy quickly if weather changes)
Toiletries
- Toothbrush & paste
- Soap & face cloth
- Small towel
- Hair brush / comb / spare hair ties)
- Sanitary items (females – “just in case”)
- Pull ups (optional and peace of mind for those who have night time accidents. Speak to your contingent leader)
Please note: There will be no showers. Exceptional circumstances only.
Kitchen / Food
- Ditty Bag, complete with knife, fork, spoon, plate, bowl and mug (non-breakable where possible)
- 2 x Tea towels
- Water bottle, at least 1.5 ltr plus
- Lunch Box (highly recommended)
Extras
- Gear bag or plastic box to place all items. (plastic box preferred as this helps with keeping items dry and a tidy tent)
- Day pack to place all items required for day trips.
- Torch including spare batteries
- 1 x Plastic bag to place wet clothes.
- Personal basic First Aid Kit (plasters, blister pads, tweezers etc…)
- Camera (optional, no phones)
- Sunscreen & Insect repellent
- Reading & writing material (for down time)
- Pocket money for tuck shop, in a named secure bag / envelope (Ice creams, ice blocks, chocolate, badges etc… Trading Post)
- Group / Zone badges for swapping
- Book to read (Optional. For down time)
- Card games (Optional. For down time)
Medication
- Histamine (optional)
- Any medication or inhalers - please ensure this is noted on your medical registration form.
NOTE:
- CHECK, is your Cubs medical and allergy information up to date??
- ALL ITEMS ARE TO BE NAMED!!
- Items are your Cubs responsibility, CNI are not responsible for lost items.
- No devices or electronic gear are to be brought to camp.
If you have any questions about what to bring, please don’t hesitate to get in touch. You are also welcome to pack any additional items that will help make your Cub more comfortable at camp, provided they are appropriate.
PDF Cub Gear List. Click on photo below to open in a new web page or click here.
