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Packing List

Basic Necessities

  • 2 sets of twin-sized sheets & two pillowcases
  • 2 blankets and a pillow
  • 2 pairs of sneakers, or 1 pair and a pair of light hiking boots
  • (smooth-soled tennis shoes are required on our clay courts)
  • 10 pairs of socks, 10 pairs underwear
  • 2-3 pairs jeans, 6 pairs shorts
  • 2 pairs swim shorts
  • 10 T-shirts and 2 long-sleeve tees
  • 2 flannel shirts, or 2 sweat shirts, or 1 of each
  • 1 wool, or fleece sweater
  • 1 rain jacket with hood
  • hat or cap
  • 2 laundry bags
  • toilet articles and carrying case
  • 4 towels and washcloths
  • flashlight and extra batteries; stationary and stamps

Suggested

  • pajamas, bathrobe & slippers, stuffed animal
  • mud boots, a windbreaker
  • music instrument, playing cards, books, small board games
  • mask & snorkel, baseball glove, fishing tackle, tennis racquet, Frisbee
  • 1 pair hiking boots, 2-3 pairs heavy socks, wool hat, water bottle
  • sleeping bag
  • camera and extra film

What to Leave Behind
Please help us keep his attetion on camp by leaving at home

  • all electronics: Gameboy, IPod, CDs and players
  • knives of any shape or size - too many cut fingers; it's not worth it!
  • the skateboard, skates, & bike
  • trading and collect's cards
  • money, candy, food, & CDs


Make sure everything is marked with boy's name!

 

Use a laundry marking pen. For name tags: http://sterlingnametape.com, 800-654-5210

Don't forget to pack bedding!
2 sets of twins with pillowcases

Out of camp trips
We have packs, tents, stoves, and utensils. Boys who plan to take a lot of trips can bring their own pack. He should bring his own sleeping bag.
 

If you pack bug repellant or deodorant, it must be lotion, or roll-on. For safety reasons, no pumps or aerosol sprays, please!