Abstract: A head covering and lamp system comprising a head covering having a central section formed as a strip of fabric with a pocket formed therein. The head covering has a rear section formed with two strips to allow for the positioning on a wearer's head. The head covering also has a relatively stiff forward section constituting a bill extending forwardly for shielding purposes. A lamp has a housing with a forward end and a rearward end including a bulb to project light. A bracket assembly is provided for coupling the lamp to the head covering comprising an interior member formed generally in the shape of a C with upwardly directed free ends and axially aligned cylindrical first members with bearing plates radially disposed teeth.