Packing List for Students
- A sleeping bag, OR blankets and single-bed sheets
- Pillow with case
- 1 large bath towel and 2 small washcloths
- Body wash/soap
- Shampoo
- Toothbrush and toothpaste
- Hairbrush
- Notebook and pencils
- 1 day backpack. Everyone will carry their own lunches on all day hikes. Everyone will also carry notebook/pencils, extra socks, rain gear, water, etc. We prefer backpacks with padded straps (not rope).
- 2 reusable water bottles with a secure-fitting lid. Please bring at least 24 oz. containers.
- 1 pair of comfortable footwear for hiking. All shoes or boots should be broken in—nothing brand new!
- 2–4 pairs of pants, depending on length of stay
- 1–2 pairs of shorts, if needed during warm weather
- Underwear for each day
- 1 shirt per day
- 1 sweater or fleece (year-round it gets cool in evenings)
- 1 warm coat
- 1 waterproof rain coat or poncho
- 1 pair of pajamas
- Warm gloves and hat, if colder weather
- 1 pair of socks per day
Optional items:
- 1 pair of comfortable sneakers not for hiking
- 1 pair of old shoes for water shoes, closed toed with heel strap
- Camera
- Stationery and stamps
- Magnifying glass
- Compass
- Flashlight
- Slippers or flip-flops for use in dorm
WHAT NOT TO BRING
- Expensive and sentimental belongings
- “Good” clothes or footwear
- Food, snacks, gum, or candy
- Speakers, video games, or other electronic/electrical equipment
- Knives of any kind
- Cigarettes, illegal drugs, alcohol
WHAT NOT TO BRING
- Expensive and sentimental belongings
- “Good” clothes or footwear
- Food, snacks, gum, or candy
- Speakers, video games, or other electronic/electrical equipment
- Knives of any kind
- Cigarettes, illegal drugs, alcohol
PACKING NOTES
- Please bring as much on this list as you can. If needed, we have essential items to borrow for your visit.
- Pack clothes and footwear that can get really dirty and wet! We will be outside for most of your stay.
- We recommend that you label items with the student’s name.