What to Bring to Camp!

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*Please write your name clearly on each item. Camp Downer is not responsible for any items that are lost, damaged, or left at camp.

Bath, Health, and Hygiene:

  • Prescription and over-the-counter medications – must be in the original container from the pharmacy and submitted to the healthcare staff upon arrival at check-in.

  • Bath towel & washcloth

  • Personal hygiene (toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, shampoo, non-aerosol sunscreen, and bug spray, etc.)

Bedding:

  • Pillow and pillowcase

  • Twin fitted sheet

  • Warm sleeping bag

  • Extra blanket

  • Stuffed animal if desired

Clothing (If your camper is attending the 2-week session, we recommend doubling):

  • Raincoat – A MUST!

  • Sweatshirt

  • A pair of sneakers

  • A pair of slip-on shoes for the pool and pond

  • Boots (hiking or rain)

  • Pants (at least 3 pairs)

  • Shorts (at least 3 pairs)

  • Shirts (long & short sleeves)

  • Socks (extra – 2 pairs per day may be needed)

  • Undergarments (extra — just in case!)

  • Pajamas

  • Hat and sunglasses for sunny days

  • Bathing suit & large pool towel

Miscellaneous:

  • Plastic bag for wet items

  • Laundry bag

  • Pen/pencil & writing paper

  • Self-addressed & stamped envelopes

  • Flashlight

  • Water bottle – A MUST! clearly marked with camper name

Please note that the following items are NOT ALLOWED at Camp Downer:

  • Weapons of any kind

  • Aerosol cans

  • Electronic devices of any kind (with the exception of digital cameras)