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The Essentials: PACKING LIST—Summer Trips
Sleeping bag and pillow. Tip: you can usually roll the pillow in the sleeping bag. It is a good idea
to make sure the sleeping bag is in a watertight bag (even a plastic trash bag works).
Bible (and pens) – be sure your camper’s name is in it
Bath towel and wash cloth
Flashlight: Please be sure to label the flashlight and send extra batteries.
General toiletries: soap, toothpaste, toothbrush, shampoo, towel, washcloth, etc.
o Chap stick or other lip protection with sunscreen
o Waterproof Sunscreen
o Lotion – If prone to dry skin
o Bug repellent: stick or spritz - NOT aerosol spray!
o A Water Bottle (you may also purchase one at camp)
-- Clothing for six days
o Plenty of clean socks & underwear.
o Swim suit(s) -Girl’s suits should be one-piece.Swim suit(s)! Girl’s suits should be one-piece. Sorry
boys, no Speedo style suits either.
o T-Shirts and shorts
o At least one pair of long pants and sweatshirt; evenings can be cool
o Shoes and sandals
o Poncho or other light rain gear: rain is not uncommon. Having waterproof gear of some sort can
be helpful if it does happen to rain on us.
Recommended:
Hat for sun protection
Small backpack (daypack) for hikes
Beach/swimming towel-in addition to bath towel for pool and lake days
Plastic garbage bag (or two) for dirty clothing
Camera: Disposable cameras are a good option. Be sure to label it with the camper’s name.