The gang camp in Red Dead Redemption 2 is more than just a resting spot. Through Pearson's craftables and ledger upgrades, you can transform the camp into a fully functional base. This guide covers every upgrade, its cost, and the order you should pursue them.
How Camp Upgrades Work
There are three ways to upgrade your camp:
- Ledger upgrades: bought from the Ledger at Dutch's tent.
- Pearson craftables: donated to Pearson for crafting.
- Story upgrades: automatically unlocked through story missions.
Ledger upgrades require money. Pearson craftables require donated items.
Ledger Upgrades
Dutch's Tent
Cost: $220. Adds ammunition and provisions storage.
Medical Supplies
Cost: $150. Adds the ability to fast-travel from the camp.
Provisions
Cost: $175. Unlocks the stew pot cooking station.
Chicken Coop
Cost: $325. Adds chickens to the camp for eggs.
Ammunition
Cost: $75. Adds an ammunition locker to the camp.
Horse Station
Cost: $525. Adds a hitching post for fast horse access.
Camp Wardrobe
Cost: $650. Adds a wardrobe for changing outfits.
Pearson Craftables
Pearson can craft the following:
Baked Beans
Cost: 1 corn, 1 sugar, 1 bean. Adds camp morale boost.
Big Game Meat Stew
Cost: 1 big game meat, 1 corn, 1 herb. Adds morale boost.
Plain Stew
Cost: 1 salted meat, 1 corn, 1 herb. Adds morale boost.
Minty Big Game Stew
Cost: 1 big game meat, 1 mint, 1 corn. Adds morale boost.
Venison Stew
Cost: 1 venison, 1 corn, 1 herb. Adds morale boost.
Improved Stew
Cost: 2 corn, 1 sugar, 1 herb. Adds morale boost.
Prime Beef Stew
Cost: 1 prime beef, 1 corn, 1 herb. Adds morale boost.
Rabbit Stew
Cost: 1 rabbit, 1 corn, 1 herb. Adds morale boost.
Fish Stew
Cost: 1 fish, 1 corn, 1 herb. Adds morale boost.
Hunter's Stew
Cost: 1 big game meat, 1 venison, 1 herb. Adds morale boost.
Campfire Song
Cost: no requirement. Adds campfire music at night.
Decorations
Pearson can craft decorations that add camp flair:
- Eagle Feather (1 eagle feather)
- Boar Tusk (1 boar tusk)
- Snake Skin (1 snake skin)
- Wolf Skin (1 wolf skin)
- Buck Antlers (1 buck antlers)
Story Upgrades
The following upgrades are automatic through the story:
- Arthur's tent (Chapter 1)
- Fast travel unlock (Chapter 2)
- Hosea's wagon (Chapter 3)
- Mary's letter (Chapter 6)
Best Upgrade Order
We recommend upgrading in this order:
- Provisions ($175) โ first unlock for stew pot.
- Baked Beans (donate) โ first morale boost.
- Plain Stew (donate) โ stronger morale boost.
- Medical Supplies ($150) โ fast travel.
- Chicken Coop ($325) โ passive income.
- Improved Stew (donate) โ strong morale boost.
- Camp Wardrobe ($650) โ outfit management.
- Dutch's Tent ($220) โ storage.
- Ammunition ($75) โ ammo storage.
- Horse Station ($525) โ fast horse access.
Where to Find Crafting Materials
Corn
Found in farm fields. Buy from general stores for $1 per corn.
Sugar
Found in towns. Buy from general stores for $2 per sugar.
Beans
Found in farm fields. Buy from general stores for $1 per bean.
Big Game Meat
From hunting large animals.
Venison
From hunting deer.
Prime Beef
From hunting cows.
Rabbit
From hunting rabbits.
Fish
From fishing.
Why Morale Matters
Camp morale affects:
- Whether the gang stays together.
- Whether strangers appear in camp.
- Whether gang members give you perks.
- The ending you receive.
Keep morale high by:
- Donating to the camp ledger.
- Feeding the stew pot.
- Doing camp chores (hauling water, chopping wood).
- Playing games with gang members.
Common Mistakes
- Don't ignore the stew pot. Morale drops fast without regular feeding.
- Don't hoard crafting materials. Donate them to Pearson.
- Don't skip the Medical Supplies upgrade. Fast travel saves hours.
- Don't buy the Horse Station too early. The basic hitching post is fine until Chapter 4.
Final Tips
- Hunt near the camp and donate pelts for camp morale boosts.
- Cook stew before major story missions to boost morale.
- Save before donating crafting materials. Pearson's recipes are randomized.
With this guide, you will have a fully upgraded camp and high morale for the entire game.
FAQ: Camp Upgrades
Q: What is the best first upgrade?
A: The Provisions upgrade ($175) is the best first upgrade. It unlocks the stew pot.
Q: How do I get more food?
A: Hunt animals, fish, and buy from general stores.
Q: Can I upgrade the camp multiple times?
A: Yes, but some upgrades are one-time only. You can also upgrade camp members' tents.
Q: How do I keep morale high?
A: Donate to the camp, feed the stew pot, and do camp chores.
Best Camp Strategies
For best camp management:
- Upgrade the camp ledger in the optimal order.
- Donate crafting materials to Pearson.
- Cook stew before major story missions.
- Do camp chores to boost morale.
Common Camp Mistakes
- Don't ignore the stew pot. Morale drops fast without regular feeding.
- Don't hoard crafting materials. Donate them to Pearson.
- Don't skip the Medical Supplies upgrade. Fast travel saves hours.
- Don't buy the Horse Station too early. The basic hitching post is fine until Chapter 4.
How to Maximize Camp Morale
To maximize camp morale:
- Donate to the camp ledger regularly.
- Feed the stew pot.
- Do camp chores.
- Play games with gang members.
- Upgrade camp members' tents.
With these strategies, you can maintain maximum morale for the entire game.
FAQ: Camp Upgrades
Q: What is the best first upgrade?
A: The Provisions upgrade ($175) is the best first upgrade. It unlocks the stew pot.
Q: How do I get more food?
A: Hunt animals, fish, and buy from general stores.
Q: Can I upgrade the camp multiple times?
A: Yes, but some upgrades are one-time only. You can also upgrade camp members' tents.
Q: How do I keep morale high?
A: Donate to the camp, feed the stew pot, and do camp chores.
Best Camp Strategies
For best camp management:
- Upgrade the camp ledger in the optimal order.
- Donate crafting materials to Pearson.
- Cook stew before major story missions.
- Do camp chores to boost morale.
Common Camp Mistakes
- Don't ignore the stew pot. Morale drops fast without regular feeding.
- Don't hoard crafting materials. Donate them to Pearson.
- Don't skip the Medical Supplies upgrade. Fast travel saves hours.
- Don't buy the Horse Station too early. The basic hitching post is fine until Chapter 4.
How to Maximize Camp Morale
To maximize camp morale:
- Donate to the camp ledger regularly.
- Feed the stew pot.
- Do camp chores.
- Play games with gang members.
- Upgrade camp members' tents.
With these strategies, you can maintain maximum morale for the entire game.