Wolf Let’s Camp Adventure for 2024

Wolf Let’s Camp Adventure Requirements

Wolf Let’s Camp Adventure Check Off Sheet

Wolf Adventures Check Off Sheet

Cub Scout Six Essentials

Know the Cub Scout Six Essentials.

The Cub Scout Six Essentials are a set of items every Scout should carry when they go outdoors. These essentials are chosen to help Scouts be prepared for unexpected situations like getting lost or facing bad weather.

Here are the Cub Scout Six Essentials:

1. First Aid Kit: Small and portable, for treating minor injuries.
2. Water Bottle: Filled with water to stay hydrated.
3. Flashlight: For seeing in the dark. Extra batteries are also good to carry.
4. Trail Food: Snacks like nuts or granola bars to keep energy up.
5. Sun Protection: Sunscreen and a hat to protect from sunburn.
6. Whistle: To signal for help if they get lost.

To help Wolf Scouts learn about these essentials for the Wolf Let’s Camp Adventure, try one or more of these:

• Essential Relay Race: Create stations for each essential where a task must be completed, like applying sunscreen or treating a pretend cut. Scouts race to finish each station correctly.
• Packing Challenge: Give Scouts a list of items and include things that are not essentials. They must choose only the six essentials from the list. Discuss why each item is necessary.
• Scavenger Hunt: Hide the six essentials around your meeting area. Scouts must find and explain the use of each item when they find it.

Here are some options for fulfilling Wolf Let’s Camp Adventure requirement 2:

• Cub Scout Six Essentials Kim’s Game
  • Play Kim’s game and learn the Cub Scout Six Essentials. 
  • Supplies: Camping Items Memory Game worksheet, pencils, assorted items, blanket, timer, filled water bottle, first aid kit, whistle, flashlight, sun protection, trail food
  • indoor, moderate energy, 3 to 5 days prep
• Make a Cub Scout Six Essential Kit
  • Cub Scouts create their own Cub Scout Six Essentials kit.
  • Supplies: Cub Scout Six Essentials Kit signs, tape, day bags, filled water bottle, first aid kit, whistle, flashlight, sun protection, trail food
  • indoor, moderate energy, 1 to 3 days prep

These activities make learning about the essentials fun and interactive, helping Scouts remember what they need to carry and why each item is important.

Personal Items for Camping

In addition to your Cub Scout Six Essentials, list the personal items you need for your campout.  

For a campout, Wolf Scouts need to bring some personal items in addition to the Cub Scout Six Essentials. These items will make their camping experience comfortable and enjoyable.

Here are some suggested personal items:

• Sleeping Bag: Keeps them warm at night.
• Pillow: For a good night’s sleep.
• Change of Clothes: Extra clothes in case they get wet or dirty.
• Toothbrush and Toothpaste: For brushing their teeth.
• Towel: For drying off after washing or swimming.
• Sturdy Shoes: Good for hiking and playing outside.

A suggested packing camping list is available here.

Here are some fun activities to go with this Wolf Let’s Camp Adventure requirement:

• Pack It Right Game: Have Scouts practice packing a backpack with all the items they need. Discuss each item’s purpose and how to pack efficiently.
• Personal Item Bingo: Create bingo cards with pictures of each item they need to bring. As you discuss each item, Scouts can mark it on their card. This helps them learn in a fun way.
• Show and Tell: Ask Scouts to bring one item from the list to a meeting and explain why it’s important for camping. This encourages learning from peers and reinforces the importance of each item.

Here are some options for fulfilling Wolf Let’s Camp Adventure requirement 3:

• Packing Relay
  • Cub Scout teams pack a backpack for a camping trip. 
  • Supplies: 2 of each: backpacks, filled water bottles, first aid kits, brimmed hats, sunscreen, whistles, trail food, flashlights, sleeping bags, pillows, sealable bags with extra clothes, rain jackets or ponchos, mess kits, tents, toothbrushes, bars of soap
  • indoor, high energy, 3 to 5 days prep
• What Would You Bring?
  • Cub Scouts determine what is a “need” or “want” for a campout.
  • Supplies: backpack, filled water bottle, first aid kit, whistle, flashlight, sun protection, trail food, sleeping bag, tent, clothes, closed toed shoes, toothbrush and toothpaste, insect repellent, warm jacket, Cub Scout uniform, camera, notebook, pencil, fishing pole, binoculars
  • indoor, moderate energy, 3 to 5 days prep

These activities help Scouts understand what they need to bring and why each item is important for a successful campout.

Camping Skills

Learn a camping skill.

Learning camping skills is an important part of the Wolf Let’s Camp Adventure. These skills help Scouts become more independent and confident in the outdoors.

Here are some camping skills suitable for Wolf Scouts:

• Setting Up a Tent: Teaches Scouts how to shelter themselves outdoors.
• Building a Fire: Shows how to safely start and maintain a fire for warmth and cooking. (Always under adult supervision.)
• Cooking Basics: Simple cooking methods like roasting marshmallows or hot dogs on a stick.
• Using a Map and Compass: Basic navigation skills to help them understand directions and location.

Try one of these ideas to make it fun:

• Tent Pitching Relay: Make teams and have a race to set up and then take down a tent. This makes learning fun and gives practice in working quickly and cooperatively.
• Fire Safety Skit: Have Scouts perform a skit about the dos and don’ts of fire safety. This reinforces the rules in an engaging way.
• Outdoor Cooking Demo: Prepare a simple recipe together as a den. Scouts learn about outdoor cooking and enjoy tasting their creation.
• Treasure Hunt: Use a map and compass to find hidden treasures around your meeting area. This teaches navigation in an exciting way.

Here are some options for fulfilling Wolf Let’s Camp Adventure requirement 4:

• Nothing But Knots
  • Cub Scouts learn about square knots
  • Supplies: 20-inch pieces of rope with red duct tape on one end and blue duct tape on the other end
  • indoor, low energy, 1 to 3 days prep
• Stuff Sack Relay
  • Cub Scouts will learn about storing their sleeping bags in this fast-paced relay. 
  • Supplies: two sleeping bags, two large stuff sacks, masking tape
  • indoor, high energy, 3 to 5 days prep

These activities not only teach valuable skills but also make the learning process fun and memorable for the Scouts.

Go Camping

Attend a Council or District Cub Scout overnight camp or attend a campout with your Pack.

Attending a council or district Cub Scout overnight camp or a campout with your pack is a key requirement for the Wolf Let’s Camp Adventure. This experience allows Wolf Scouts to apply the skills they’ve learned and enjoy spending time outdoors with their friends.

Here are some points on why attending these campouts is important:

• Practice Skills: Scouts get to use their new camping skills in a real setting.
• Build Friendships: Spending time together helps strengthen bonds between Scouts.
• Experience Nature: It’s a chance to see wildlife and explore different environments.
• Fun Activities: Campouts often include games, hikes, and campfire stories.

To make the most of this camping experience, consider these ideas:

• Campfire Program: Plan a campfire evening where Scouts can tell stories, perform skits, and sing songs. This builds camaraderie and is a lot of fun.
• Group Hike: Organize a hike during the campout. This could include a nature scavenger hunt where Scouts look for specific plants, rocks, or animals.
• Skill Competitions: Have friendly competitions in tent pitching, fire building, or cooking. This encourages Scouts to show what they’ve learned and practice their skills.

Here are some options for fulfilling Wolf Let’s Camp Adventure requirement 5:

• Council Camping Wolf
  • Go camping at your local council camp.
  • Supplies: items needed for camping, BSA Health and Medical Record
  • requires travel, very high energy, more than a week prep
• Pack Camping Wolf
  • Go camping with your pack.
  • Supplies: campground reservations, Individual Campout Checklist for Pack Overnighter, items needed for camping Cub Scout Six Essentials , BSA Health and Medical Record
  • requires travel, very high energy, more than a week prep

These activities for the Wolf Let’s Camp Adventure help make the camping experience memorable and enjoyable, while also reinforcing the skills and values important in Scouting.

Before any activity, check the SAFE Checklist to make sure everyone is safe. Everyone involved in Scouting America activities should know the Guide to Safe Scouting and other relevant guides or books. Also follow any state or local rules that are more strict than Scouting America rules and guidelines.

Review Age Appropriate Guidelines for Scouting Activities before camping.

When camping:

• Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO) training is required for a pack overnighter. At least one registered adult leader attending must complete BALOO training. This includes an online part and an overnight hands-on session. You will learn Cub Scout camping policies and the tools needed for a successful camp. Check with your local council for upcoming BALOO training dates.
• Complete the online “Hazardous Weather” training module on my.scouting. If you have finished den leader, Cubmaster, or pack committee chair training online, you have already completed this module.
• Watch the Weather Related Safety Moment video.
• Review the Guide to Safe Scouting for camping.
• If building a campfire, review Behavior Around Campfires.

More information

The Wolf Let’s Camp Adventure is a thrilling experience designed for Wolf Scouts, typically 7 or 8 years old, to introduce them to the joys of camping. This adventure is part of the Cub Scout program and focuses on teaching Scouts basic outdoor skills and safety. It’s a fantastic way for Scouts to learn while having fun in nature.

In th Wolf Let’s Camp Adventure , Scouts start by learning the buddy system, which teaches them the importance of sticking together for safety. This is a crucial skill for all outdoor activities. They also learn about the Cub Scout Six Essentials—items they should carry on every outdoor adventure, including a first aid kit, water bottle, flashlight, trail food, sun protection, and a whistle. These essentials prepare Scouts to handle many situations they might encounter while outdoors.

Additionally, Scouts are encouraged to think about other personal items they might need for a campout, such as a sleeping bag, pillow, and change of clothes. This helps them plan and pack efficiently. Another exciting part of the adventure is learning a camping skill. This could be setting up a tent, building a fire, cooking outdoors, or using a map and compass. These skills not only boost their confidence but are also practical for many future outdoor adventures.

The Wolf Let’s Camp Adventure culminates in attending a Cub Scout overnight camp or a pack campout. This experience allows Scouts to apply what they’ve learned in a real-world setting. It’s a great opportunity for bonding with fellow Scouts and building memories that last a lifetime.

Overall, the Wolf Let’s Camp Adventure is a foundation-building experience that instills a love for the outdoors, teaches essential safety skills, and enhances teamwork among young Scouts. It’s not just about camping—it’s about growing, learning, and having a blast with friends!