What to Bring - Packing Lists

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Clothing

  • 1 Keystone Camp white uniform shirt and blue tie (purchased at camp)
  • 1 pair navy blue shorts or skorts (no denim please!)
  • 1 team shirt (purchased at camp)
  • 7-9 pairs of shorts
  • 2-3 pairs of long pants or jeans for horseback riding (must cover the ankle)
  • 8-10 shirts
  • 1 white 100% cotton t-shirt for tie dying (available to purchase at camp)
  • 2 sweatshirts
  • 1-2 pairs of sweatpants or leggings
  • 1 lightweight or fleece jacket for warmth
  • 1 (100% waterproof) rain jacket
  • 2 pajama sets, one long- and one short-sleeve
  • 12 pairs of underwear
  • 12 pairs of socks
  • Bras/sports bras
  • 2-3 one-piece or modest tankini-style bathing suits
  • Bathrobe or shower wrap
  • 1 casual outfit for a dance

Footwear

  • 2 pairs of tennis shoes
  • 1 pair water shoes with a heel strap (Chaco, Keen or Teva style; be sure to break them in!)
  • 1 pair riding boots for horseback riding (smooth sole w/1/4” heel)
  • Shower shoes (flip flops are okay)
  • Hiking boots (if going on hiking trips)

Linens

Please steer clear of down linens, they are not a great choice because of the moisture we get here in the mountains.

  • 2 sets of sheets (twin or cot size)
  • 1 comforter or 2 heavier blankets
  • 1 pillow with 2 pillowcases
  • 2 washcloths

Misc. Items

  • Toiletries
  • Shower caddy
  • 1 mesh or nylon laundry bag
  • 1-2 mesh bags for dirty socks and underwear
  • 2 Nalgene-type reusable water bottles
  • Flashlight or headlamp & extra batteries
  • Sleeping bag (required; used for cabin overnight)
  • 1 daypack (a school bookbag works great!)
  • Baseball cap or visor
  • Sunscreen & lip balm
  • Insect repellent
  • 2 bandanas
  • 1 unopened can of tennis balls & a tennis racquet (only if taking tennis)
  • 1 empty shoebox for arts & crafts

Optional Items

  • Small stuffed animal (leave the favorite at home, please!)
  • Several books
  • Disposable or Polaroid camera
  • Stationery, pre-addressed & stamped envelopes, & writing utensils in ziplock bags to protect against moisture
  • Crazy Creek chair (highly recommended; available to purchase at camp)
  • Inexpensive beach towel for swimming (one that is ok if it ends up lost and doesn’t come home; we provide towels for bathing)
  • Costumes or funky clothes/accessories for theme days and/or evening programs (see clothing for more info)

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