Getting Ready for Camp
Clothing & Equipment
Your child/adolescent will be active at camp and will require clothing and equipment for sunshine, rain and warm & cooler temperatures. Clothing is well worn at camp! Simple and practical clothes are best for camp. Clothing that can be layered depending on the temperature is a good idea.
Please leave valuable articles of clothing and equipment at home.
We promote an environmentally friendly approach in all that we do at camp. Please try to send products that are biodegradable and friendly to our environment.
Packing Information
Storage and cabin space is limited. Please send only what your child will need. Pack clothes & equipment in baggage that can be stored easily (e.g. hockey bags, duffel bags).
Please pack all clothing and equipment into no more than 2 bags.
Please write your child’s full name in a visible location on all bags.
Laundry & Clothing Labels
Our campers’ laundry is done weekly by staff at Camp Towhee. It is essential that all clothing be clearly identified. Your child/adolescent’s name must be on each article of clothing.
We will enclose an order form from the Ontario Camps Association for iron on name labels for clothing, as well as a brochure from “Stuck on You” who provide stick-on labels.
Equipment (boots, shoes, toiletries, sleeping bag, etc.) can be labeled with your child’s name by using a permanent marker.
Suggested Clothing List
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| CLOTHING | NUMBER | PACKED? |
|---|---|---|
| short sleeve t-shirts | 5 | |
| long sleeve tops: e.g. long sleeve t-shirts, turtlenecks & sweatshirts for bug protection when on hikes or for cooler temperatures | 3 | |
| shorts | 5 | |
| long pants: e.g. jeans, sweatpants or cotton/canvas pants *(please do not bring jeans only, sweat pants are preferred for outtrips) | 3 | |
| heavy sweater/fleece/jacket: e.g. for cooler days and evenings | 1 | |
| rainsuit: pants & jacket that will protect you from the rain and keep dry. (waterproof, not water-resistant) | 1 | |
| warm pajamas (it gets cool in the evenings!) | 2 | |
| sweat socks (these get eaten by all the fresh air!) at least 1-2 pairs of thick (wool) socks | 8 pairs | |
| underwear | 8 | |
| swimsuit | 2 | |
| running shoes (shoes get well worn!) | 2 pairs | |
| beach sandals with hard soles | 1 pair | |
| hiking &/or rain boots | 1 pair | |
| hat (for sun protection) | 1 | |
| CAMPING EQUIPMENT | ||
| compact sleeping bag in waterproof bag | 1 | |
| sleeping pad: e.g. blue foam pad or thermarest | 1 | |
| toque, gloves or mitts | 1 | |
| small flashlight with extra batteries | 1 | |
| BEDDING | ||
| For health reasons, campers may not sleep in their sleeping bag while at camp but are able to use it as a comforter. If your child wets his/her bed you may want to pack additional sheets. | ||
| sheets: 2 for the top and 2 for the bottom | 4 | |
| warm blanket or duvet (it gets cool in the evenings!) | 1 | |
| pillow | 1 | |
| pillow cases | 2 | |
| TOILETRIES | ||
| face cloth | 1 | |
| hand towel | 1 | |
| beach towel | 2 | |
| toothbrush | 1 | |
| hair brush | 1 | |
| sunscreen | 1 container | |
| insect repellent | 1 container | |
| soap | 1 bar | |
| shampoo | 1 bottle | |
| toothpaste | 1 tube | |
| deodorant | if required | |
| OTHER | ||
| small daypack | 1 | |
| stamps | 3-5 | |
| fishing rod & tackle | Optional | |
| camera: disposable one is best | Optional | |
| books, stuffed toy, family pictures: something that might help your child when they are homesick | Optional |
Camp Towhee is an Accredited Member of the
Ontario Camps Association. Integra is accredited by Children’s Mental Health Ontario.
www.integra.on.ca
