What should we bring to a typical campout?

Bring the personal items listed in the event instructions. Typical needs include a mess kit, tent, sleeping bag, sleeping pad or cot, pillow if desired, appropriate clothing, a backpack or day bag, and any personal food or drink items you need beyond what the troop provides.

Why does everyone need a mess kit?

Troop campouts use reusable personal eating gear rather than relying on disposable plates, cups, and utensils for every meal. Each attendee is responsible for bringing and managing his or her own mess kit.

Does the troop provide tents or sleeping bags?

Families are generally responsible for personal sleeping and shelter gear such as tents, sleeping bags, and pads or cots. If you are new to camping or do not have something, ask a leader before buying; we can help you work through options.

Where can I buy Trail Life uniforms?

Official Trail Life uniform items are available through Trail Life USA’s official store/resources. Before ordering a shirt, check with Troop 4110 because we sometimes have donated shirts available.

How do Troop 4110 campouts work?

Troop 4110 generally holds four full-troop campouts each year. Most run from Friday evening through Sunday morning.

One campout each year is designated as our Family Campout, where mothers, sisters, and other family members are welcome to join us. The other three are generally focused on Trailmen with their fathers or other adult male figures.

The troop provides the camp cooking equipment and meals for the weekend. Families provide their personal camping equipment such as tents, sleeping bags, sleeping pads or cots, clothing, and mess kits. If you're new to camping, don't feel like you need to figure everything out yourself—our leaders can help you understand what you actually need.

Campouts typically cost approximately $25–$40 per person, primarily for food and campsite fees.

Detailed information about each campout—including location, cost, arrival information, meals, packing lists, and registration—is communicated to troop families before the event through Trail Life Connect.