Packing for Camp

Packing for Camp

Packing List

The following is a suggested packing list. Please be sure to name tag everything your child brings to camp! Also, weather varies from heat waves to chilly mornings, so it is best to pack for both.

CLOTHING

  • Socks (10 pair/include some warm ones)
  • Underwear (10 pair)
  • Pajamas (2)
  • Lightweight shirts/T-shirts (10)
  • Heavy shirts or sweaters (3)
  • Shorts (5 pair)
  • Heavy-duty pants (3 pair)
  • Jacket or wool sweater (for cool evenings)
  • Sweat-tops & bottoms (1)
  • Raincoat or poncho
  • Bathing suits (2)
  • Rubber shower slippers (flip-flops are fine)
  • Shoes (2 pair; one pair should be sneakers)
  • Tevas or water shoes
  • Pack of white t-shirts (for tie dye, etc.)

OTHER ESSENTIALS

  • Footlocker or Duffel Bag (__ inches maximum height)
  • Fitted sheets (2)
  • Pillow
  • Pillowcases (2)
  • Sleeping bag (removable, washable liner optional)
  • Toiletry kit
  • Backpack
  • Headlamp or flashlight
  • Towels: bath (2), beach (1)

Our packing list is a reflection of the typical needs of the “average” camper. However, we realize that it may not meet the needs of all campers. For example, if a camper is particularly interested in a specific activity (tennis, swimming, wilderness, dance, etc.), we recommend that parents pack accordingly. If your child plans to sign up for as many wilderness trips as possible, it may be worth investing in some good hiking shoes and eager swimmers may need extra towels, etc. Please feel free to personalize the list to suit the needs of your camper.

OPTIONAL ITEMS (Starred items are available at camp)

  • Tennis racquet*
  • Baseball glove*
  • Binoculars for birding
  • Musical instrument*
  • Favorite stuffed animal
  • Fishing rod & tackle*
  • A board game to share*
  • Mountain bike & helmet*
  • One dressy outfit
  • Hobby materials
  • Crazy clothes outfit
  • Tights for dancers (for special events)
  • Camera (memory & batteries)
  • Lightweight hiking boots

PACKING LIST NOTES
Packing
Please pack your camper’s items in a small footlocker, duffel bag or trunk no taller than __ inches. Duffel bags are ideal because they easily are stored under beds.

Valuables
Please do not bring valuables, expensive clothing, jewelry or irreplaceable keepsakes unless you are prepared to lose them. If you bring cameras, iPods, musical instruments, bikes, etc…YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE for any loss or damage whether they are in use by you or on loan to a camp friend.

iPods, Radios and CD Players
If you bring an iPod, radio or CD Player to camp, be prepared to have its use limited. Personal listening devices are limited to the bunk and may be used only during siesta, fun hour and bedtime. Please do not bring cell phones or video games to camp (such devices brought to camp will be held by the camp administration and returned to the camper at the end of the session).

Sleeping Bag or Blanket?
We recommend that campers bring a sleeping bag in lieu of blankets for sleeping. They are needed for camping trips and overnight adventures and are easier to straighten in the morning than blankets. We suggest that you also bring two fitted twin size bed sheets to put over the plastic mattress cover, and that in the interests of comfort and hygiene, you pack a washable sleeping-bag liner.

Prohibited Items
Please note that the following items are prohibited at camp: weapons, alcohol, drugs, vehicles, and household pets (sorry Fido).