6. Know your gear and your campsite

What this is made of

• 6(a). Four types of tent, and where each suits
• 6(b). Camp sanitation and water treatment
• 6(c). Choosing where to pitch
• 6(d). Internal versus external frame packs
• 6(e). Types of sleeping bag

Where this step comes from

1. Camping Merit Badge Requirements (Merit Badge Hub, last modified 2026-02-19), Requirement 6