Below is a basic guideline of what's needed for camp. Although it is only a guideline and, of course, substitutions will have to be made depending on activities and personal preference, keep in mind that maximum numbers for clothing are listed. Not only will more clothes not fit into the 2 duffel bags permitted, there is also not enough shelving room in cabins to accommodate more clothing! Please include activity appropriate clothing in the maximum number listed below.

THE BASICS

IF there is anything you should remember it is your sleeping bag!

GENERAL CLOTHING
12 t-shirts (short sleeved)
4 long sleeved t-shirts
3 warmer long sleeved sweat shirt
6 pairs of shorts
4 pairs long pants (jeans or sweatpants)
12 pairs underwear
12 pairs of socks
4 swimsuits
3-4 pairs pajamas (light/heavy)
2 sun hats
2 pairs of sneakers or tennis shoes
pair rubber boots or hiking boots
1 lightweight jacket
1 warm jacket (or light ski jacket)
1 rain coat
Water Shoes for canoe trip and/or sandals
1 plain white t-shirt (per session) for silkscreening for camp programs

BEDDING
4 sheets (2 flat, 2 fitted single bed)
2 warm blankets, and/or comforter
2 pillowcases and one pillow
1 sleeping bag (for canoe trips and sleep outs)

TOILETRY ARTICLES
6 towels (for showers and swimming)
2 small hand towels
1 toothbrush
1 tube of toothpaste
2 bars of soap (biodegradable)
1 bottle of shampoo
1 hairbrush (or comb)
1 soap container
1 toiletry case
1 large box of tissue
1 bottle of sun tan lotion
1 stick of deodorant

MISCELLANEOUS
flashlight
mosquito repellent
letter writing materials (and stamps!)
sunglasses
camera and film (mandatory for photo)
water bottle
fun costume for theme days or dances - for second session campers
old T-Shirt(s) for messy programs, tie-dye etc.
musical instrument
1 each of a green, yellow, red and blue t shirt - for first month campers
shoe bag (to hold sundry items, not shoes)
ALSO SUGGESTED: Campers are better off having a life jacket that fits properly. If your camper intends to spend a lot of time at the waterfront/and or go on canoe trips please have him/her bring LIFE JACKET

PACKING

The above list suggests the maximum requirements. ONE OR TWO LARGE DUFFEL BAGS must be used in packing your belongings. There is neither room on the busses for extra, nor in the cabins. NO TRUNKS OR SUITCASES ARE PERMITTED! Any article of clothing "too good" to be packed in a duffel bag should not be at camp in the first place. One bag should hold all bedding, shoes and miscellaneous equipment. The other should hold all folded clothing. You may also want to pack a small "backpack" with odds & ends that can be carried on the bus. REMEMBER: Only 2 bags will be permitted into camp! PLEASE NOT MORE THEN TWO DUFFELS!

SPECIAL CLOTHING & EQUIPMENT

The following are special clothing and equipment requirements for campers participating in these activities. Remember that we are still a camp, so neither clothing nor equipment needs to be "top of the line". Also keep in mind that clothing items listed here should replace items on the above list rather then be packed in addition.

TENNIS
Pair of tennis shoes
Shirts and/or dresses (optional)
Tennis shorts or skirts (optional)
Racquet

BASKETBALL
Pair of basketball shoes
Shirts or tanks
2 Pairs of shorts

WATERFRONT
life jacket (see above)

VISUAL ARTS
Smock or old shirt

WATERSKIING / WAKEBOARDING
Gloves (optional)
Wet suit (optional)
Life jacket (optional)

GOLF (off site program)
Golf shirts – for the course
Golf balls – for the course
Golf glove
Golf cleats (optional)

BASEBALL / SOFTBALL
Baseball glove
Baseball hat(s)
Pair of baseball cleats (optional)

SOCCER
Pair of soccer cleats (optional)

IN-LINE HOCKEY***
Pair of roller-blades
Helmet(with full face shield)

KARATE
Gi (optional)

DANCE
Leotards
Tights
Dance Pants
Dance Shoes (ballet slippers, jazz or tap shoes)

GUITAR
Instrument (optional)

PHOTOGRAPHY
35mm camera with adjustable lens and shutter

* TENNIS – Tennis shirt and shorts do not need to be "proper" tennis attire, but proper shoes must be worn. Campers attending inter-camp competitions or tournaments may want to bring one proper outfit.

***IN-LINE HOCKEY - We do supply helmets for our campers playing hockey but since many are playing every day, to ensure a safe fit and to maintain the health of our campers we recommend children bring their own helmet).

DO NOT BRING

Do not pack Gameboys or other computer games. They take away from the positive interaction among campers and often get lost and do not return home. If Gameboys are brought to camp, we will be forced to confiscate them and keep them in the office.

Do not bring expensive items (such as Golf Clubs etc.) We can not be responsible if they go missing.

You may, if you feel it necessary, pack a CD or MP3 player. We will not take them away from campers as long as they remain in the cabin! While we do understand the benefit of music at camp, we fear they may get lost and therefore recommend they stay at home.