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Younger Scouts should not purchase a pack too soon. (save your money for socks) Scouts grow rapidly in the first year of Scouting and should wait to purchase a pack. Packs can be rented from the troop quartermaster during this time. |
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Pay attention to material selection. Plato's closet is a great place to find camp clothes including outer rain shells. Again, young scouts should not purchase expensive clothing for camping.
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This is one of the most important items to have. Purchase good socks as described here. You can wear the same clothes all weekend, but wear clean socks each day! |
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Younger Scouts will be growing fast and should not buy expensive hiking boots that they will rapidly grow out of. |