Task · part of 2. What to carry, and how to carry less of it
2(a). The 10 Scout Basic Essentials, listed and justified
Required
Each item, and why it is necessary. This is the list that goes in the pack at requirement 9(c).
Where this step comes from
- Backpacking Merit Badge Requirements (Merit Badge Hub, last modified 2025-09-19), Requirement 2(a)