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For Tenderfoot overnight preparation, which two kinds of gear must you show?

Show your personal and camping gear.

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  1. Only patrol cooking gear
  2. Personal and camping gear ✔
  3. Only clothes and shoes

Why: Tenderfoot requirement 1a checks complete preparation. You show both the personal gear and camping gear you plan to use, not just one category.

Huh, didn't know that: The requirement begins with presenting yourself ready for an overnight camping trip.

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Answer: Personal and camping gear. Tenderfoot requirement 1a checks complete preparation. You show both the personal gear and camping gear you plan to use, not just one category.

  1. Scouts BSA Rank Requirements www.scouting.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Scouts-BSA-Rank-Requirements.pdf
    Show the personal and camping gear you will use.
    Checked 2026-10-09.

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