”Any enterprise requiring new clothes is not worth undertaking.”

Henry David Thoreau

Camper Packing List

Keep in mind that 1 week campers do not receive laundry services. Items should be packed in a trunk/footlocker + one duffel bag and be clearly labeled. Many families/caregivers treat their campers clothing/footwear with Permethrin for tick and mosquito prevention (applied by spraying garments and letting them dry, lasting up to six washings, but should not be applied directly to skin and is available at REI, Amazon, etc.). Basic toiletries, stamps, water bottles, and other merch are sold in the camp store for your convenience.

CLOTHING:

•  8 pairs of shorts
•  8-10 shirts
•  2 long sleeve shirts
•  2-4 long pants
•  2 pairs white shorts
•  2 white shirts
•  1 white banquet outfit (sundress, skirt, etc. only for last day of camp season)
•  2-4 pajamas (1 warm pair)
• 1 heavy sweatshirt, sweater or jacket
•  10 pair of socks
•  10 pair of underwear
•  1 raincoat or poncho
•  1 pair of waterproof shoes/boots
•  1 pair of tennis shoes
• 1 pair of flip-flop/crocs
•  2 swim suits
•  old tennis shoes or Chacos/Tevas for river fun!

Toiletry Articles

•  Soap/Plastic Case
•  Toothbrush
•  Toothpaste
•  Comb/brush
•  Shampoo/Conditioner
•  Plastic cup
•  Plastic bucket to carry toiletries
•  Mirror

Linens

• 1 pillow
•  2 pillow cases
•  2 fitted bed/cot sheets
• 2 flat bed/cot sheets
•  3 blankets (1 warm)
•  2 bath towels
•  1 bathrobe or towel wrap
•  2 hand towels
•  2 beach towels
•  2 washcloths
•  1 laundry bag

Necessities

•  Waterproof Watch
•  Flashlight/Headlamp
•  Extra batteries
•  Sun hat
•  Sunglasses
•  Sun block/lotion
•  Bug spray
•  Stationary/stamps
•  Pen/pencil
•  Water bottle
•  If riding, hard hat and boots with 1/4” heel

Optional Articles

•  Portable camping chair (e.g. Crazy Creek)
•  Books to read, coloring books, friendship bracelet string, etc. (rest hour/free time activities)
•  Hiking boots
•  Sleeping bag
•  Tennis racquet & balls
•  Ballet/tap/toe shoes/leotard
•  Musical instrument & music
•  Sports Equipment: Hockey/lax stick/softball glove/shin guards
•  Nose plugs (synchro)
•  Backpack/frame
•  Disposable Camera
•  Books/games
•  Ground Cloth/Tarp for camping overnights
•  Costumes

DO NOT PACK:

•  Expensive jewelry, clothing or anything you would be upset if damaged or lost.
• Personal electronics: Radio/CD/MP3/DVD players/Video Games or Gameboys, Kindle or Nook
• Cell Phone
• Food: candy, gum, snacks
• Animals
• Weapons, Alcohol, tobacco products, drugs or any other illegal substance.