Classic Camp Packing List

The following quantities are recommended for a session at Camp Gallagher. All items should be clearly marked. There are no laundry facilities at camp. Do not bring expensive items to camp.

Please note: we have some great gear to share! If campers need to borrow sleeping bags, warm jackets, or other items from the packing list, just to let us know.


CLOTHING ITEMS

  • 2-3 pairs of long pants (both quick-dry, athletic for the overnight and jeans for in camp)

  • 2 pairs of shorts (nylon dries faster than cotton)

  • Raincoat and rain pants

  • 5 t-shirts & tank tops (mix of synthetic for the overnight and cotton for in camp)

  • 1-2 sweatshirts

  • 1-2 dry fit or fleece long sleeves

  • Baseball hat / sunhat or sunglasses (preferably both)

  • Several changes of underwear

  • Warm hat

  • 6 pairs of socks (preferably at least one wool/synthetic pair)

  • Swimsuit(s) (preferably two)

  • 1 warm jacket (fleece or synthetic is best for the overnight)

  • Pajamas

  • 1 pair sturdy/tennis shoes

  • 1 pair of sturdy sandals (Crocs, Keens, Tevas, Chacos, etc.)

PERSONAL ITEMS

  • Medications (in original prescription bottle or package. If your camper is bringing several medications, you might consider checking with your local pharmacy to see if they will create individual blister packs for each day of camp if you are able.)

  • 2 Plastic garbage bags

  • Pen/pencil

  • Sunscreen

  • Insect repellent

  • Flashlight or headlamp and batteries

  • Warm sleeping bag

  • Pillow

  • Chapstick or lip balm

  • Personal toiletries

  • Toothbrush/toothpaste

  • Soap

  • Washcloth and towel

  • Daypack/backpack/duffel to use to pack for overnight

  • Water bottle with screw top that doesn’t leak

OPTIONAL ITEMS

  • Small dry bag for personal gear on overnight

  • Small, PACKABLE sleeping mat

  • Camera/film (disposable is best)

  • Stationery/postcards/stamps

  • Book

  • Bandanas

  • 1 white cotton t-shirt for tie dying

Please do NOT bring

  • Music player

  • Electronic games

  • Cell phones

  • Pets

  • Gum

  • Matches

  • Fireworks

  • Knives/guns/weapons

  • Tobacco, Drugs, Vape pens