Clothing & Camping Equipment
Please plan on bringing clothing to handle rain and potential cold weather. While July weather is most often hot, (above 100 degrees) many years have seen last-minute rain and we want all campers to be prepared. Make sure that you are aware of current weather conditions and adjust clothing appropriately 24 hours prior to camp.
- Sleeping bag
- Extra bedding if sleeping in a tent (oldest boys only)
- Pillow / pillow case
- Duffel bag or suitcase that can get dirty
- 2 bath towels / 2 wash cloths
- Sunblock (minimum SPF 15)
- Bathing Suit
- Insect repellent
- Flashlight / extra batteries
- Stationary and pen or pencil
- Watch
- Sunglasses
- Medications (confirm that camp nurse has medical forms on file at registration)
- Toiletry kit to include: comb/brush, soap, toothbrush (non-electric), toothpaste, and shampoo
- 1 pair warm pajamas
- 2 pairs closed-toed shoes suitable for outdoor activities and mild hiking (no high heels, dress shoes, slippery-soled shoes)
- 1 pair summer shoes suitable for camping
- 7 pairs heavy socks
- 4 pairs shorts
- 3 pairs full-length jeans, cords, or heavy pants (both boys and girls)
- 6 t-shirts or sport shirts for hot weather
- 1 warm jacket for colder weather at night
- 1 or 2 heavy sweaters/sweatshirts for layers
- 7 underwear/briefs
- Camera with film/memory card & batteries/charger
- Lip balm with sunblock
- Facial tissue
- Hat, cap, scarf
- Guitar or other instrument for elective class, rec time, or talent nights
- Books or reading material
- Older clothing for crafts/rugged activities
- T-shirts or sweatshirts for silk screening of theme design ($1.00 per item screened)
Please be aware that the following items will not be allowed at camp!
- NO mobile phones or electronic devices with internet access (i.e. tablets)
- NO radio/recording devices (unless required for class)
- NO hunting knives, axes, hatchets, or any kind of threatening device
- NO firearms
- NO tobacco, alcohol, or other illegal substances
- NO food. The camp facility prohibits food in cabins. Snacks and beverages can be purchased from the Sugarloaf Student Store at recreation time.
- NO blow dryers or curling irons
- NO electric shavers
- NO electric instruments or amplifiers (unless required for class)
- NO toys (small props for talent night ok)
- NO offensive clothing or accessories