Pack 890 hosts at least two campouts each year, typically scheduling one weekend in the fall and another in the spring at well-loved regional locations. These events offer Scouts and their families the opportunity to experience the outdoors, engage in team activities, and foster camaraderie throughout the pack. The planning for each campout emphasizes safety, accessibility, and fun, ensuring a positive experience for all participants.
Popular Campout Locations
Some of our preferred campout destinations include Camp Wisdom, Camp James Ray, and several nearby ranches and council-approved campsites around the Dallas area. Each site is selected for its ability to support Scouting activities, provide safe accommodations, and immerse families in nature.
Essential Packing List for Campouts
A successful campout starts with having the right gear. For pack overnight campouts, families should bring:
- Tent
- Sleeping bag and/or blankets
- Pillow
- Sleep pad, cot, or air mattress
- Flashlight and/or headlamp
- Extra batteries
- Class A uniform
- Class B T-shirt
- Weather appropriate clothing
- Closed-toed shoes (sneakers or hiking boots, not Crocs)
- Rain gear (poncho or rain jacket)
- Hat
- Toothbrush, toothpaste, towel, and other toiletries
- Canteen or water bottle
- Reusable cup for coffee or drinks
- Bowl, plate, knife, fork, spoon
- Small backpack or waist pack to carry daytime gear
- Sunscreen
- Insect repellent
- Personal first aid kit (and any personal medications)
- Whistle
- Folding camp chair (for meals and campfire)
- Fishing Gear
For a complete checklist, parents are encouraged to consult with leaders prior to campout weekends.
Map Resources
Maps for each of our established campout locations are provided below to help families plan their travel and stay organized throughout the event.