what to pack?
SENDING KIDS TO OVERNIGHT CAMP THIS SUMMER?
Here’s a handy list of what they should
have in their duffel bag before they
head into the great outdoors.

COMPILED BY ELLEN MCDANIEL
☐ Sunglasses
☐ Swimming goggles
☐ Hat
☐ Raincoat
☐ Hiking boots
☐ Sneakers
☐ Sandals or flip-flops
☐ Compass
☐ Bedding ☐ Shower caddy and
toiletries ☐ Toothbrush
☐ Insect repellant
☐ Deodorant
☐ Sunblock
☐ Prescription
medications ☐ Books and
magazines ☐ Flashlight and extra
batteries ☐ Stationery and
pre-stamped, self-addressed
envelopes ☐ Sports equipment
☐ Family photo
☐ Fan
☐ Reusable water
bottle or canteen
☐ Laundry bag
18 WashingtonFAMILY FEBRUARY 2019
SOURCES: AMERICAN CAMP
ASSOCIATION, YMCA