Does my son need camping gear before joining?

No. Do not buy a complete camping setup just to join. When a campout approaches, leaders can help you understand the required personal gear and what can be borrowed, shared, or purchased gradually.

What if we cannot afford camping equipment?

Please talk with a troop leader before buying a large amount of gear. Leaders can help you understand what is actually required, suggest economical options, and help identify possible borrowed or shared solutions where appropriate.