Packing Lists

If you are attending any overnight camps – troop or resident – during the summer, use the following lists as a packing guide.

Clothing

• Underwear (enough for each day plus at least one extra)
• Socks (enough for each day plus at least one extra)
• T-shirts or tops (one for each day)
• Two sweatshirts or warm tops
• Shorts
• Long pants (yoga, sweats, jeans)
• Raincoat or poncho
• Swimsuit
• Pajamas (one pair)
• Sturdy walking shoes that are closed-toed and have support

Equipment

• Backpack for carrying items around camp
• Sleeping bag or twin-sized sheets and blankets
• Pillow and pillowcase
• Water bottle

Toiletries and Key Items

• Medications, if applicable (see medication packing instructions below)
• Deodorant
• Insect repellent
• Sanitary napkins or tampons
• Lip balm or chapstick
• Shampoo and conditioner
• Towels (for swimming and showers)
• Washcloth and hand towel
• Toothpaste and toothbrush
• Comb or brush
• Sunscreen (SPF 15 or higher)
• Bandana or hat
• Flashlight with extra batteries
• Shower shoes or flip-flops

Optional Items

• Books to read
• Camera
• Camp store money
• Facial Tissue
• Lanyard with Honor Pins and Honor Card (Returning 6, 13, and 21-day resident campers may have received these items)
• Lotion
• Notebook/journal and pencil or pen
• Other toiletries as necessary (contact solution, glasses, etc.)
• Stationary or postcards and stamps
• Stuffed animal or another comfort item
• Sunglasses
• Something to tie-dye (only some sessions do tie-dyeing; t-shirts can be purchased in the trading post or bring something from home like socks, bandanas, or t-shirts)

If you are attending any single-day camps – troop or resident – during the summer, use the following lists as a packing guide.

Clothing

• Dress for the weather
• Sturdy walking shoes that are closed-toed and have support
• Sweatshirt or warm tops
• Raincoat or poncho
• Swimsuit
• Bandana or hat

Equipment

• Day/Backpack for carrying items around camp
• Towel for swimming
• Water bottle
• Insect repellent
• Sunscreen (SPF 15 or higher)

Toiletries and Key Items

• Medications, if applicable (see medication packing instructions below)

Optional Items

• Sunglasses
• Camera
• Camp store money
• Lip balm or chapstick
• Facial Tissue

If you are attending any horse camps (day, overnight, summer, or year-round), add these items to your packing list.

• Rain gear, pants, and jacket (no ponchos)
• Long pants for riding to prevent pinching between saddle and legs (thicker materials like denim work best–no sweatpants or soft/velvety pants)
• Boots or sturdy tennis shoes
• Cowboy boots do work best. Make sure boots have a one-inch heel, but no more than two inches (NOT allowed: “Ugg”-style boots, rain boots, Converse-style shoes, dress boots, and any type of sandals)
• We have a limited selection of boots for girls to borrow if they do not have their own, and we are always looking for new boot donations to add to our collection

If you are attending any camp during the winter months, add these items to your packing list.

Winter in the Midwest means dressing like an onion (in layers), not like an orange (a jacket over your t-shirt). Trust us—the more comfortable you are, the more fun you’ll have. Pack smart and have fun! We have snowshoes and skis that work with your winter boots. You are also welcome to bring your own skis or snowshoes if you’d like.

• Underwear and undergarments
• Thick, warm socks
• Sweatshirts or sweaters
• Winter hat
• Bandana or hat
• Mittens or gloves
• Scarf or face mask
• Winter boots
• Extra pair of shoes or tennis shoes
• Snow pants
• Winter coat (one that keeps you warm and dry)
• Long underwear
• Sweatpants

If you are attending any Overnight Summer Camp that includes a trip, add on the following applicable items, in addition to the Packing List for Overnight Summer Camp.

When using the Packing List for Overnight Summer Camp and this add-on list for trips, keep in mind the length of your trip versus the length of your stay at the camp site and pack accordingly.

Before leaving your camp site for your trip, groups will go through packing for the trip together. If you’re not sure if some of your equipment is trip-worthy, bring it to camp, and we’ll evaluate it when you arrive to make sure you’re well prepared for your trip.

Clothing

Clothing will vary by trip length and type. Choose clothes that can be layered and serve multiple functions. Weather can change from hot and dry to cold and rainy within minutes. Girls need to be prepared to stay comfortable in all sorts of weather.

You don’t need to spend a lot of money on gear. Some great synthetic clothing for outdoor trips can be found at thrift stores, department stores, or your closet! Synthetic materials such as fleece or polypropylene work well, because they are lightweight, dry fast if wet, and retain body heat if wet or in the wind. Cotton is the worst option, as it has the opposite of all these qualities.

• One pair lightweight, quick-drying pants (nylon/polyester/fleece)
• 1-2 pairs of lightweight, quick-drying shorts
• Fleece/polyester jacket or pullover
• 1 long-sleeve, lightweight shirt
• 1-2 other T-shirts
• 2 pairs wool/synthetic socks
• 2 pairs of cotton or warm, comfortable socks
• 1-2 bandanas
• Baseball cap or wide-brimmed hat
• Rain gear – pants and jacket *** ALL campers MUST have these!
• Gallon and quart-size plastic zip bags (for clothing)
• Camp shoes (lightweight sneakers, sandals with straps, hybrid-shoes like Keens, etc.)
• Swimsuit – Tankinis or other full coverage 2-piece suits work best
• Underwear made of synthetic fabric – at least 3 pairs

Equipment/Sleeping Gear

The following items can be used for your trip and your time at the camp site:

• Sleeping bag (small, light-weight, warm, and able to be stuffed into a stuff sack)
• Stuff sack for sleeping bag
• Sleeping pad (optional)

Toiletries and Key Items

• 2 leak-proof 32 oz. water bottles
• Flashlight/headlamp
• Insect repellent with DEET
• Facial wipes or cleaners
• Sunglasses
• Chums or other eyewear retainers (for prescription/sunglasses)

Special Items for Kayak and Canoe Trips

• Sandals with back straps or water shoes (NO flip-flops)
• Heavy-duty garbage bag (for sleeping bag)

Special Items for Backpacking Trips

• Hiking boots with ankle support
• Liner socks (thin, synthetic socks used with thicker, outer socks to prevent blisters)

Special Items for Bike Trips

• Sturdy tennis shoes/sneakers that cover the entire foot

Optional Items for All Trips

• Optionally, girls may bring their own specialized gear, such as backpacks, paddles, or camping equipment. Contact the camp director in advance—she must approve all gear prior to use.
• Consider waterproof and/or disposable camera options

Pack medication containers in a plastic zip bag with the camper’s name printed in permanent ink on the bag. All medications, vitamins, and supplements must be in original containers with the doctor’s name, dosage, and any instructions clearly stated.

For resident camp, the camp health supervisor will keep medications, vitamins, ointments, etc. in the health center during camp. On trips, we will send medications, etc. with staff. Inhalers, Epi Pens, and other necessary items will be kept with each camper as determined by the health supervisor and information on the health history form.

We ask that troop leaders or troop volunteers keep medications, vitamins, ointments, etc. in a secure container for the girls during their stay. Troop leaders should note the Camp Medication Form that parents filled out with medication instructions and approval when collecting and dispensing medications to girls.

We have a supply of commonly used over-the-counter medications, so it is not necessary to send these to camp.

• Weapons
• Pets
• Tobacco
• Alcohol
• Candy, food, or beverages (they attract bugs and other critters)
• Personal sports equipment (unless approved by the camp director)
• Electronic devices*

*Cell phones, iPods, tablets, and game devices will be confiscated if brought to camp and will be kept in the camp office until departure day. eReaders, such as Nooks and Kindles, may be brought for reading, but they will be confiscated if seen being used for playing games or using the internet.

Camp is not responsible for lost or stolen personal belongings, money, or any items left at camp. Lost and found items will be kept at camp for one month. Any items not claimed by that time will be donated. Please contact the camp director if items are forgotten at camp.