Staff Packing List

Please keep in mind that on our coolest nights the temperature may be 50 F (10 C) and a heat wave can bring high daytime temps of 95 F (35 C).

It will rain now and then, occasionally for a day or two. On rainy days we proceed with most planned activities, assuring that you will be outdoors in all sorts of weather.

Essentials

  • Shorts, pants, shirts (long/short sleeve)

  • 2-3 towels

  • Underwear and socks

  • Bedding (see below)

  • 2 pairs of light shoes, sandals, sneakers

  • Laundry bag

  • 1 pair of solid shoes or hiking boots

  • Hygiene items (soap, etc.)

  • 2 bathing suits

  • Sunblock and insect repellent

  • Pajamas/sleeping clothes

  • Water bottle

  • Raincoat, hat, rain boots

  • Timepiece/watch other than phone

  • Warm jacket, fleece, sweatshirt (2)

  • Flashlight or headlamp

Bedding

  • Sleeping bag and/or blankets

  • Sheets, pillow cases. (We provide pillows.)

Internationals: We can provide bedding for the first few days, after which you will have an opportunity to go to town and purchase these items

Optional

  • Bicycle

  • Costumes, etc. for theater

  • Musical instruments

  • Tennis racket

  • Dance outfits

  • Small speaker for music.

Packing Tips from Former Staff

  • Waterproof outdoor sandals like “tevas” “chacos” or “keenes” are more dependable than flip-flops as you will be doing a lot of walking around camp.

  • Quality rain jacket and boots (as opposed to stuff that will soak through after a short time outdoors.)

  • ‘Day-pack’ or similar small bag (to carry notebooks, class supplies, etc., during the day.)

  • Small tent (helps on nights off if you want to sleep off camp.)

  • Cars give you flexibility on off time, though remember that others will drive to camp and people do share on off time.