Time to Get Packing!! - Farm & Wilderness

• One pillow
• Two pillowcases

• Plus, one of the following bedding options:
  • Option 1: Two sets of fitted and flat twin-size sheets with 2 blankets.
  • Option 2: Two sets of twin-sized sheets, one blanket, and a sleeping bag.
  • Option 3: A sleeping bag and one wool or microfleece blanket.**

** Flying Cloud and Red Spruce Grove campers must choose option 3 for bedding.

• Three-four pairs of regular socks – cotton or some other suitable material.
• Four-six pairs of wool socks – to be worn with the boots. These can be a wool/nylon blend but should be at least 80% wool.
• One pair of boots – for working and hiking. Be sure boots fit well, are broken in and are comfortable before you come to camp. Leather boots are great while using an ax in camp.
• One pair of sneakers.
• One pair of lightweight footwear/sandals- great in the showers.
• Two – three bras – if appropriate, with at least one sports style bra.
• Four – six t-shirts.
• Two additional tops – for layering that are made of polypro, wool, or cotton/poly
  blend.
• Two long-sleeved shirts.
• Two pairs of long pants – nylon, fleece, polypro, or wool with one heavier weight, i.e. thick jeans or work pants.
• One pair of long underwear – (separate top and bottom) made of polypro, wool or Capilene (not cotton).
• Two-three pairs of shorts – athletic style, loose fitting and preferably not below the knees.
• One-two bathing suits.
• One set of sleepwear.
• One heavier sweater or jacket – made of wool or fleece that can be packed in a backpack. (Most of the summer is warm, but at night the temperature may drop into the 40’s fahrenheit).
• Rain gear – a nylon poncho (that fits over you and your pack) or a set of raincoat/pants.
• One brimmed hat – baseball cap or hat with a brim for sun protection.
• One knit hat – wool or fleece for cooler weather.

• Two sturdy water bottles – one-quart capacity each.
• One frame backpack
  • internal or external frame.
  • A capacity of about 65 liters or more.
  • Whether bought or borrowed, be sure all straps and buckles are in
    working order.
  • Fill the interior with some heavy stuff, and then walk around in it for a while to make sure it is comfortable.
  • Daypacks and book packs are not adequate substitutes for a frame pack.
• One sleeping bag and stuff sack.
  • Synthetic fill (Polarguard, Quallofill, Hollofil, etc.).
  • With a nylon shell (not cotton).
  • This must fit into the sleeping compartment or strap securely to the outside of camper’s pack (please bring straps).
  • This could be the same sleeping bag used in camp.
• One sleeping pad for trips – foam or lightweight inflatable pad.
• Two or three pairs of liner socks – not cotton, to be worn under wool socks to help prevent blisters when breaking in new boots.
• Two bandanas.
• Eating utensils – for trail use include:
  • One sturdy plastic cup – plastic mugs with lids from convenience stores work well.
  • One 8-inch plate or shallow bowl – aluminum, stainless steel, or enamelware.
  • One stainless steel spoon and one fork.
  • One Container – to store all utensils.
• One flashlight – with new and spare batteries. Your camper may like a flashlight that has a headlamp and strap, which enables them to keep their hands free. No flashlights at Flying Cloud.
• One whistle – and a cord that fits over your head.

This item can be provided by F&W, let us know if you will need to borrow it by emailing or calling the director of your camp.

• Toilet articles – in mesh or heavy-duty plastic sealable bag; including:
  • Toothbrush
  • Toothpaste
  • Soap
  • Biodegradable shampoo in a plastic
    bottle.
  • Try to pack enough for the entire stay.
• One laundry bag – mesh if possible.
• Menstrual supplies – and a plastic, sealable bag to hold them.
• Sunblock – SPF 15 or higherMedications/vitamins – enough for the
  entire stay at camp and to be given to the camp nurse the first day.
• Insect repellent – no aerosols, please. It is recommended to treat your clothing with
  permethrin spray prior to arrival.
• One towel.
• Stationery – with stamps already on envelopes in plastic sealable bags to keep the envelopes from sticking shut in humid weather.

• A daypack – for day hikes and in-camp use. A little draw-string bag to sling on your back works well for a book, notepad, light, fleece, etc.
• A washable sleeping bag liner – for nights on the trail or hotter nights where you may not want to be in your sleeping bag.
• Inexpensive, screen-less film camera – We take pictures during the summer and will post pictures for you to view/download.
• No electronics of any kind at Flying Cloud.
• Musical instrument – inexpensive and able to stand up to the rigors of a rustic environment.
• Fixed-blade, sheath knife – no longer than 4” and with a non-serrated blade with sharpening stone. **
• Camp Chair – Crazy Creek or another type of packable chair.
• Compass.
• Sketch pad – with crayons/pencils.
• Leather gloves – for work projects.
• Sunglasses – with a keeper strap.
• Book – Reading is great and every child should have access to a book or graphic novel. We have a library with some popular books. We would prefer if you left magazines at home.
• Games – Quick, easy and small board games/ Rubik’s cubes are welcome.
  Collectible card games (CCGs) where cards are valuable are to be left at home.
• Sewing kit – We may sew, but this item is not “crucial”, considering we have an
  extensive arts and crafts area.
• Dress-up items/costumes for skits – We have a fun costume room at camp for campers to borrow from but bring a favorite. Masks that hide the face are not allowed.
• Rubber boots – for in-camp rainy days and for times in the barn.
• Mosquito Screens – soft-mesh mosquito netting; this comes in standard sizes and can be tacked and draped around camper bunks as needed.

• Electronics – Cell phones, games, and other devices (iPods, MP3 players, video recorders, Kindles, etc.).
• Food of any kind – Don’t help your camper smuggle in candy! Seriously, it just attracts rodents. No care packages full of edibles will be accepted and will be confiscated. And yes, we do check!
• Valuable and irreplaceable items.
• Hatchets.
• Firearms – of any kind.
• No smoking or illegal drugs allowed on the F&W property.
• Knives – with blades longer than 4 inches (or multi-blade).
• Candles – for the camps with enclosed wooden shelters.
• Breakable bottles.
• Aerosol sprays.

When prohibited items show up at camp, they are removed from the camper and only returned when the camper is going home.