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Look at local flee markets especially for knives. I got a swiss army knife knockoff that would have been $120 and I got it for $2
You can get a good deal at flea markets, but you’ll want to be careful. Some of the knives are really poor quality. Bring someone with you who knows about knifes.
if you look in the sunday paper there are TONS of great deals on camping supplies. Also, if you go hunting at flea markets 1 out of every 10 booths will have really cheap and nice camping supplies. I got a brand new, name brand sleeping bag that would sell for over 100 dollars at the store for 2.50! Also, try t bargain with them, they will probably take it for cheaper. Finally have your Dad with you and ask your Parent if it is okay that you get the item and the will probably let you have it.
if you think that you might spend a lot of money on something,REI has a sale at the end of every quarter of the year for gear and equipment that is used or has not meet the standard of the previous owner.Go to rei and see when the next sale is. start saving.
look for things on sale, you can get stuff really cheap
Go to thrift stores.They sometimes sell tents,sleeping bags etc.Just remember to clean the items that you buy.I got a tent for three dollars and it is just like new!
I got my stove and lantern at a garage sale for $5. They were almost new. You can also check Craigslist for used items.
REMEMBER always the 10 esssentials
What are the 10 essentials?
use things you have at your huoseyou do not need to buy anything but a sleping bag, foam pad, hiking boots, pocket knive, and flashlight.and also pass it downwhen it will not fit.
when looking for Equipment look for a long time eventualy you’ll
find really neat deals. alway’s think about how your going to use this stuff I know the 20 tool multytool look’s cool. but can you afford it? can you really use all the tules in the wilderness?
SHARE. Not everyone in your troop needs to have his own tent, stove, water filter, etc. With a well-thought-out gear list and a quick meeting before your outing, it’s easy to mix and match all the gear your group will need.
When we went to Philmont, we made the mistake of packing too many pots. You can share pots and carry a lot less weight and save money.
BEG AND BORROW. Though there are a few important pieces of gear you really should own (including quality boots, hiking shoes, socks and a sleeping bag), you should be able to borrow or rent the rest of the stuff.