CLOTHING
- hat
- sweatshirt
- long pants(sweats)
- jacket
- shorts
- two pairs of shoes, hiking or athletic type (NO high platform shoes or sandals are permitted)
- t-shirts
- swim wear
- socks (9 pairs minimum; campers are required to wear them)
- daily changes of underwear
TOILETRIES
- masks (14 masks in case they are needed)
- toothbrush/paste
- small tissue pack
- laundry bag (no plastic bags, damp items will mildew)
- sunscreen
- chapstick (non flavored)
- bug repellant (*read allergy warning label*)
- soap/shampoo
- towels (2) washcloth
GEAR
- outdoor rated sleeping bag (no slumber bags)
- small canteen or water bottle
- nylon stuff sack (no trash bags
- small sturdy flashlight
- xtra batteries
- small pillow
- mess-kit or plastic dish and cup, fork, spoon
- letter writing supplies
- stamps
- small fanny pack
- camera, film
- $5 just in case
- old fitted twin size sheet
Use a permanent marker and write your child’s name on every item.
If your child does not camp regularly, this list may seem extravagant. It was developed based on many years of camping experience.
Each item was listed with your child’s safety and comfort in mind. Be aware that animals identify fruity smelling items (shampoo, lotions, chapstick) with food and could pose a hazard to its user.
Campers walk everywhere, there is no pavement, try to focus on good footwear.
Limit your child to one large soft sided carryall luggage bag and sleeping bag in a nylon stuff sack. Do not tie loose articles to the exterior of either bag.
DON’T PACK
- electronic items of any kind
- expensive items of any kind
- large sums of money
- glass containers
- food, candy, gum *(these items attract animals and pose a danger to everyone)