Packing List for Cabin Leaders

Be sure to bring rain gear, as wet weather can occur at any time of the year.
First Day Lunch
You should bring a sack lunch for the first day. Bring only food that can be eaten during this meal, as the program will provide all meals and snacks for the rest of your stay. Gum and candy are not permitted. We challenge you to bring a waste-free lunch, containing only items that can be reused or recycled.
Essential Items
Older but serviceable clothing is best. We urge that you NOT buy new clothing or equipment. Space is limited. Please bring only one duffle bag or suitcase and a sleeping bag. Mark luggage and each item of clothing with your child's name.
- Sleeping bag (or blanket/bedroll and sheets) and pillow
- Two pairs of shoes (tennis shoes are fine)
- Five pairs of socks
- Five changes of underwear
- Three t-shirts
- Two heavy cotton/flannel or wool shirts
- Three pairs of pants (jeans, cords, or heavy trousers)
- One heavy jacket or coat (regardless of the weather)
- Water bottle, day-pack
- Flashlight and batteries
- Rain gear (no matter how sunny)
- One hat or cap
- One or two pairs of pajamas
- One bathing suit
Toilet Kit Containing
- One bath size towel
- Soap and shampoo
- Toothbrush and toothpaste
- Sunscreen
- One washcloth
- Comb or hairbrush
- Shower slippers or flip-flops
- Laundry bag or plastic garbage bag
Optional items
- Single-use or inexpensive digital camera
- Bathrobe
- Gloves or mittens
- Shorts (for warmer weather)
- Binoculars
- Snacks for time off (some refrigerator space will be available)
- Quarters to buy soda and use the pay phone during time off
- Cash or a check to purchase an Outdoor Education t-shirt/sweatshirt
- Appropriate music for Thursday night's meeting
- Waterproof shoes/boots
Prohibited Items
- No tobacco products, alcohol, or illegal drugs
- No valuables*
- No electronic devices such as mp3 or media players, games, laptops or cell phones*
- No curling irons, hair dryers, or aerosols
- No cologne or perfume
- No knives
*All electronic devices, snacks, valuables and money will be held for use during your time off.
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