Girl Scout overnight camp packing list

Whether she’s staying overnight at a resident camp or camping with her troop, packing certain items are key to having the best camp experience! So we’ve rounded up all the must-have items that we can’t imagine camping without.

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Here’s what to pack:

Bandana
Bandanas have dozens of uses at summer camp: to pull back hair, to cool down her neck on a hot day, to use as a sling—and the list goes on! Consider packing more than one, because more bandanas = more fun.

Sunscreen
Although sunscreen seems like an obvious camping essential, it can be easily overlooked when packing. And you may want to pick up the waterproof kind; you never know what adventures await!

Bedding

She should pack a sleeping bag, pillow, an extra pillowcase, and whatever will make her evenings comfortable. If it’s too warm to sleep inside a sleeping bag, she can always use it as a mattress pad for extra comfort.

Sturdy Shoes

Flip flops are great, but they aren’t practical for exploring nature and hiking. Make sure she packs sneakers or a pair of hiking boots so she can safely explore the world around her. A few extra pairs of socks don’t hurt, either.

Sit Upon

A Girl Scout tradition, the sit upon is an absolute must for camp, and there are so many cool ways to make one. Not only will her personality shine through as she designs her very own creation, but she’ll also have a waterproof place to sit at camp.

Deck of Cards

Playing cards, mad libs, a book, a journal, and other similar activity-focused items that don’t require technology are a great way for her to connect with her fellow campers and make new friends!

Please label all items with girl’s first and last name. Encourage your daughter to participate in packing her own items so she knows what she has, where it is located and how she is going to re-pack to go home.

Items to pack in a backpack/tote bag:
These items need to be with your daughter at check-in, so please do not place in the luggage trailer with the luggage that will be kept in her cabin or tent.

Body wash/soap
Brush/comb/hair ties
Deodorant
Feminine hygiene products
Insect repellent
Shampoo and conditioner
Shaving cream & razors
Sunscreen and lip balm (waterproof)
Swimsuit (1 or 2)
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Towel (for swimming or/and showering)
Washcloth or shower puff
Water bottle
Returning girls: bear scare bracelet
Water shoes (old shoes, shoes that will stay on their feet)
Face masks for every day, if required

Items to pack in suitcase or duffel bag
These items will be placed in a luggage trailer upon arrival at camp and will be driven by a camp staff member to the campsite:

Underwear for each day, plus extras
Socks for each day, plus extras
Shorts for each day, plus extras
Short sleeved shirts for each day, plus extras
Sturdy pair of shoes (that have a back and are already broken in, 1 or 2 pairs, flip-flops are not allowed at camp except for use in the shower house)
Flashlight or headlamp with new batteries
Light jacket, sweatshirt, fleece or sweater (1 or 2 for colder weather)
Long-sleeve shirts (1 or 2 for colder weather)
Pair of jeans or pants (1 or 2 for colder weather)
Pillow and pillowcase
Poncho, raincoat or rain gear
Sleeping bag or blanket
Sleepwear
Towel (bath & beach type)

Nice to Have:

Bandannas
Items to do during Me-Time (rest hour): ex. book, deck of cards, quiet games
Fan (battery operated)
Fitted twin sheet (to be used on cot)
Inexpensive or disposable camera
Items for tie-dying (white T-shirt, pillowcase, etc. Please note that some sessions may not offer this activity)
Laundry bag
Shower shoes (can be flip flops)
Waterproof watch
Pre-addressed and stamped envelopes/postcards (supplies to write letters)
Stuffed animal
Sunglasses
Visor or baseball cap

Day Camp Packing List:

Backpack
Sunscreen
Bug Spray
Water shoes
Swimsuit and towel
Extra set of clothes
Water bottle
Lunch, if desired (hot lunch and snacks will be provided at camp)

Lost and Found
The camp experience is an opportunity for a girl to learn responsibility for her own personal articles. Please discuss with your daughter the importance of caring for and keeping track of her gear. Girl Scouts of Manitou Council is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged personal items. Please mark everything with your daughter’s full name and check her luggage before leaving camp to ensure she is not leaving anything behind. If you realize something is missing, please contact the director of camp and program. You may make arrangements to pick the item up at camp. If you need the item to be shipped, you will be charged a shipping and handling fee. All unclaimed items will be donated to a charitable organization or disposed of after September 1.