Scout torches are one of the essential pieces of scouting equipment for camping and bivouacs. A scout torch provides a source of light in difficult field conditions where access to electricity may be limited or completely impossible. A good scout torch is reliable, durable and equipped with useful features.
A scout torch is usually a small model with a compact design. Such models are lightweight, resistant to mechanical damage and water. It is not uncommon for scouts to choose headlamp torches, which allow them to keep their hands free while still providing good illumination of the area the scout is looking at. Headlamps are particularly useful when, among other things, setting up a tent after dark, cooking in a field kitchen or on night watch. Modern models of scout torches are equipped with LEDs, which ensure longer battery life and a bright, focused light, which is good for navigating through dark woods.
An important feature of a scout torch is the ability to change light intensity and light modes. Scouts will find modes such as strobe mode, red light and SOS mode useful, which can help find a lost camper, for example. Many scouts opt for models with rechargeable USB cable. There are also torches equipped with a dynamo, which do not depend on batteries for power; such models will work well on long camps without access to electricity.
The scout torch can be used as a signalling tool during field games or during night alarms to allow discreet communication between team members. In special situations, the torch can be used to scare wild animals away from the encampment. Whatever the model, however, a scout torch is a useful piece of equipment that every scout should have. Check out the scout torches in our range and choose the most suitable model.
