Camp Eden Packing List

What to Bring

PLEASE NOTE THAT IN ADDITION TO THIS LIST, 10-14 YEAR OLDS DOING THE 2-WEEK CAMP EDEN MUST BRING ADDITIONAL ITEMS IN ORDER TO BE SAFE AND COMFORTABLE DURING THEIR ESTES PARK ADVENTURES (see below).

All items must be clearly labeled with the child’s first and last name. Parents are asked to provide their child/children with the following items:

• A duffel bag, large backpacking pack, or suitcase that can hold the following belongings (belongings will be stored in this bag in the cabin for the week of camp).
• A daypack, sized to fit your child, that can fit an extra warm layer, rain gear, warm hat, two water bottles and lunch.
• Sleeping Bag- Most practical is a mummy-type, three-season bag with a temperature rating of 20 degrees or lower. Avid4 Adventure has rental sleeping bags available for a nominal cleaning fee.
• Flashlight or Headlamp and extra batteries
• Warm clothing for any weather. Campers should have an outer waterproof layer (rain jacket or poncho that will not soak through in heavy rain), and two warm layers (not cotton because it gets cold when wet, but fleece jackets, wool sweaters, etc. work well). Please also include at least two pairs of long pants (long pants must be worn for horseback riding), and a warm hat. Wind breakers are a nice option in addition. Kids have fun in all weather conditions, as long as they are warm!
• Tee shirts (no tank tops), socks (at least one wool pair), shorts (should go to knee level), and underwear for six days.
• Pajamas (2 pair)
• Small Bath Towels (2)
• Toiletries (lip balm, wash cloth, towel, floss, toothbrush, toothpaste, personal medications, feminine hygiene, soap, shampoo)
• A sun hat that provides full sun protection
• Footwear:
  • Closed toe hiking shoes (boots, sneakers, trail shoes) appropriate trail use.
  • Closed toe boot, ideally with a heel, for horseback riding. You can use the same shoe that is used for hiking.
  • Snugly fitting shoes for rock climbing. These can be running shoes, tennis shoes, climbing-specific shoes (if you have them), etc. The important thing is that you are able to lace them snugly and that they are not too big for you. You can use the same shoe that is used for hiking.
  • Closed-toe water shoes such as Crocs, Keens or old tennis shoes (or some footwear that campers can wear in a stream or lake).
• A swimsuit (one piece for girls per camp rental policy) and towel.
• Two full, non-breakable, 1 liter non-leaking, water bottle labeled with the child’s name
• Sunscreen (15+ SPF) with child’s name clearly labeled
• Mosquito Repellant with child’s name clearly labeled
• Sunglasses (optional)
• Bandana (optional)
• Stationery (optional) with two pre-addressed and stamped envelopes to home, ink pen
• Sketch pad or journal (optional) pencil or pen
• Favorite stuffed animal or photos from home (optional)
• Reading material (optional)
• Camera (optional)
• Please don’t bring radios, televisions, MP3, cassette or compact disc players, or cell phones (there is no cell reception at camp).
• Given the church ownership of the property, please observe modesty of dress. Specifically, one-piece swimsuits only for girls, shorts should not be higher than 2 inches above the knees, and no tank tops for boys or girls
• Things to Leave at Home: Televisions, computers, Gameboys, music players, cell phones, fireworks, expensive watches, expensive cameras, hand axes, hunting knives, food, treats, candy, expensive jewelry, one-of-a-kind items such as special t-shirts, family treasures, pets.

ADDITIONAL ITEMS FOR 2-WEEKS OF CAMP EDEN:

UPPER BODY LAYERS

• ONE Base Layer – Mid-weight Polypro: Wool, polypropylene, capilene, or an equivalent, NO COTTON!!
• ONE Middle Layer – Fleece Pullover, NO COTTON!!
• ONE Top Layer – Heavy Fleece Jacket, NO COTTON!!
• ONE Rain Jacket: Make sure it is WATERPROOF and has a hood
• TWO or THREE T-Shirts: These can be cotton or synthetic.

Optional Upper body Layers Items:

• ONE Fleece or Down Vest: Nice if you know that you get cold easily
• ONE Lightweight Wind Jacket
• ONE Long-sleeved hiking shirt

LOWER BODY LAYERS

• ONE Base Layer – Mid-weight Polypro: Wool, polypropylene, capilene, or an equivalent, NO COTTON!!
• ONE Top Layer – Heavy Fleece Pants, NO COTTON!!
• ONE Pair of Rain Pants: Breathable (i.e. Gore-Tex) pants are best. Pants with side zippers (either full length or up to the knee) are nice but not mandatory.
• Two Pairs Nylon Shorts: These can be cotton or synthetic.
• TWO or THREE Pairs of Underwear                                                         Synthetic material or cotton is fine.

HEAD, NECK, AND HANDS LAYERS

• ONE Baseball or Sun Hat: Must provide full sun protection.
• ONE Winter Hat: Fleece or wool is best.
• ONE Pair Warm Gloves or Mittens: Water repellent material is best
• ONE Pair of Sunglasses
• ONE Pair of Sunglass Retainer

FOOTWEAR

• ONE Pair Hiking Boots: Sturdy with good ankle support – you should “wear them in” before the trip! If hiking boots are not possible, then a comfortable, supportive pair of sneaker or trail shoes will work fine.
• THREE Pairs of Hiking Socks: Medium to heavy weight wool or a wool/synthetic blend – NO COTTON!
• TWO Pairs Liner Socks: Optional, but nice to have.
• ONE Pair Camp Shoes: Tennis shoes or other lightweight, closed-toed, comfortable shoes or sandals (Keens, Crocs, etc.)

PACKING and SLEEPING GEAR

• ONE Backpack: Must have volume of at least 3000 cubic inches.  This item is available to rent for a nominal cleaning fee.
• ONE Sleeping Bag w/ compression sac: It should be rated to 150F or less.  This item is available to rent from Avid for a nominal cleaning fee.
• ONE Sleeping Pad. This item is available to rent from Avid for nominal cleaning fee.
• Some zip lock bags or other plastic bags
• TWO Large and sturdy garbage bags
  These bags will line your backpack and work as waterproofing.
• ONE Day backpack: A small “school” bag is fine.

MISCELLANEOUS CAMP GEAR

• ONE Insulate Mug: Mugs with lids are suggested.
• ONE Bowl: Durable plastic (e.g. Tupperware) with a lid is best.
• ONE Spoon: “Lexon” spoons are lightweight, durable, and popular.
• TWO Water Bottles: Strong plastic and at least 1 quart each.
• Lip Balm: With SPF of at least 15.
• Sunscreen : Small bottle with SPF of at least 15.
• TWO Bandanas
• Headlamp or flashlight: Including spare batteries.
• Toiletries: ONLY Toothbrush, toothpaste, lotion, tampons (more than usual), prescription glasses/contacts
• ONE Bath Towel: ONLY for trips longer than 1 week.

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