What To Pack

Clothing

  • 2 pairs of comfortable pants (i.e., sweat pants, leggings, joggers)
  • 1 or 2 pairs of hiking pants
  • 4 pairs of shorts
  • 6 T-shirts
  • 2 long-sleeve shirts
  • 6 pairs of socks
  • 2 pairs of hiking socks (non-cotton)
  • 6 pairs of underwear
  • 1 warm outfit for sleeping
  • 1 light hoodie/jacket
  • 1 warm jacket
  • 1 rain jacket
  • 2 swimsuits
  • 1 hat for sun protection (baseball cap or sunhat)
  • 1 hat for warmth

Shoes

  • 1 pair of comfortable shoes (something you could run in)
  • 1 pair of hiking shoes/boots, if desired (break them in before camp!)
  • 1 pair water sandals/shoes (need to strap to feet e.g., Chacos)
  • 1 pair shower shoes (e.g., flip flops or slides)

Linens

  • 1 sleeping bag
  • 1 pillow and pillowcase
  • 2 twin sheet sets
  • 1 warm blanket
  • 1 bath towel
  • 1 beach towel
  • 2 washcloths

Sleep and Comfort

  • 1 sleeping pad
  • Pre-stamped letters and stationery for letters home or to relatives (optional)
  • 1 stuffed animal (optional)

Toiletries

  • Sunscreen
  • Insect Repellent
  • Lip balm
  • Toothbrush
  • Toothpaste
  • Shampoo
  • Menstrual products (if needed)
  • Deodorant
  • Hair brush/comb
  • Toiletry bag (Ziploc is fine)
  • Other toiletry items (e.g., lotion, floss, mouthwash)

Equipment

  • 2 water bottles (quart size, no straws)
  • 1 pair of sunglasses
  • 1 headlamp
  • 1 day pack (e.g., school backpack)

Other

DO NOT BRING

  • Knives
  • Weapons
  • Food/snacks (will be provided)
  • Cell phones/tablets/other electronics
  • Drugs or Alcohol
  • Lighters/matches
  • Fireworks
  • Pets
  • Money
  • Expensive items/valuables

Please feel free to call or email camp if you have any questions about items on the packing list.

If cost is an issue for items on the above list, please .

MARKING CAMPER’S BELONGINGS

Please put your child’s name on all clothing and equipment your child brings to camp, including the clothing he or she wears. Don’t forget to mark shoes, jackets, backpacks, etc. Review with your camper all items packed and tape the equipment list in the top of the luggage with items checked and additional equipment noted on the list. This will help your camper keep track of his/her possessions. Camp Santa Maria asks that valuables are not brought to camp, however, the camp may use the camp office to securely store necessary valuables that can’t be kept in the campers cabin.

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