A lot of our activities are outside regardless of season. The following are the most essential, most needed, and most used items of equipment:
- Strong comfortable walking shoes or boots (preferably waterproof, but separate wellies if not)
- A torch (head torches are most useful, but any torch is OK)
- Leak-proof water bottle (required for nearly all outdoor activities, but many Scouts one every week)
- A rucksack
- A waterproof coat (ideally one that will pack away in a rucksack)
Sleeping and other equipment may be needed for camps. Please see our recommended equipment guide for help on what to get and where you can purchase items.