Learn how to choose, use and care for essential camping and outdoor tools and equipment, including axes, knives, rope saws, maintenance and tool safety.
Activity Overview Difficulty: EasyTime: 30–60 minutes for a routine check; ongoing throughout the yearLocation: Home, garage, garden, campsite or suitable outdoor areaBest for: Cubs, Scouts, Explorers, Patrol Leaders, campers and outdoor enthusiastsSkills: Equipment maintenance, inspection, repair, storage, preparation and outdoor problem-solving Maintaining camping equipment means…
Activity Overview Difficulty: EasyTime: 30–90 minutes depending on equipmentLocation: Home, garage, garden or suitable outdoor cleaning areaBest for: Cubs, Scouts, Explorers, Patrol Leaders, campers and outdoor enthusiastsSkills: Equipment care, cleaning, maintenance, drying, storage and outdoor preparation Cleaning camping equipment means removing dirt, mud, food and…
Learning to use outdoor tools can be an important part of developing practical Scout skills. Knives, saws and other hand tools can help Scouts learn about woodcraft, campcraft, shelter building and practical problem-solving. They also introduce risks that need to be taken seriously. Good tool…
Good equipment can last for years if it is looked after properly. For Scouts, learning how to maintain camping and outdoor equipment is an important practical skill. Looking after a tent, cleaning a cooking stove, checking a compass or drying a sleeping bag may not…
Choosing the right equipment can make outdoor activities easier, safer and more enjoyable. Whether you’re preparing for camping, learning survival skills, heading into the countryside or building an outdoor skills kit, it can be tempting to buy lots of specialist equipment. In reality, good equipment…
⚠️ SAFETY FIRST Camping involves sleeping outdoors, cooking, handling equipment and dealing with changing weather. Always follow campsite rules, fire-safety guidance and the instructions of your activity leader. Check the weather before setting out and make sure your equipment is suitable for the conditions you’re…
Affiliate disclosure: This article contains affiliate links. If you purchase something through one of our links, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. Compass Basics A compass is one of the simplest and most useful navigation tools you can carry outdoors. Unlike…
