What to Pack

Camp McDowell 2010
Packing Checklist
Students should limit themselves to three items:
• A suitcase (canvas type) or duffel bag
• A trash bag with their bedding
• A backpack
Suggested Items for Trip
Item
Already Packed
Sleeping bag Yes No
Blanket and sheets Yes No
Pillow and pillow case Yes No
2 towels Yes No
2 wash cloths Yes No
Soap and container Yes No
Toiletries (shampoo, deodorant, etc.) Yes No
Toothbrush and toothpaste Yes No
5 pairs of pants (jeans, sweat pants, and/or shorts– Yes No
weather permitting)
5 shirts Yes No
2 warm sweatshirts Yes No
8 pairs of socks Yes No
Underwear for 4 days Yes No
Sleepwear Yes No
Jacket Yes No
Rain poncho Yes No
2 pairs of comfortable tennis shoes (1 to get wet) Yes No
Flashlight Yes No
4 pens or pencils Yes No
Bug spray/Sunscreen Yes No
Large garbage bags (for bedding) & plastic bags for Yes No
wet/dirty clothes
Refillable water bottle Yes No
Flip flops/Crocs (for shower) Yes No
Camp McDowell 2010
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Packing Checklist
Optional Items for Trip
Item
Already Packed
Disposable Camera Yes No
Playing cards Yes No
Hiking boots Yes No
Sun hat/cap Yes No
Reading Books Yes No
Helpful Hints for Packing:
• Remember, this is an outdoor experience, rain or shine!
Old clothes that are comfortable, durable, and
washable are recommended.
• There is a lot of hiking, so shoes should fit well.
• Please consider the changes in temperature at this
time of year when packing.
PLEASE, Do Not Bring:
• Food, gum, or candy
• Electronic devices – games or iPods
• Cell phones
• Money
• Hair dryer, curling/flat iron, hot rollers
REMEMBER TO LABEL EVERYTHING with permanent
markers or name tags!
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