What to Bring?

KIT LIST

Here is an idea of the sort of things your young person will need to bring on camp when sleeping in tents.  An updated list will be shared with specifics for each camp.  

For residential camps they may still need a sleeping bag, but probably not a mat or blanket, but they will probably still be outside in all weather so waterproofs and warm layers are essential. 

If you need help with any of this, please ask - there are always people with stuff to share or donate.

We will provide sleeping tents for young people (adults need to bring their own) as well as cooking and eating stuff.

Please make sure EVERYTHING is labelled with your child's name, and that they know what they have brought with them.
Please pack into a soft bag, no wheelie suitcases, ideally something they can easily carry themselves like a rucksack. This is essential for when there is a Bivvy planned.

Make sure sleeping bags and other bedding are in a waterproof bag (or in a plastic bag inside your bag) and that bag is clearly labelled.

• Warm sleeping bag - and maybe a blanket

• Camping pillow (optional)

• Sleeping mat – a foam mat not inflatable please as they do not fit in tents

• Pyjamas - not night dresses please

• Wash kit - soap, toothbrush and paste, deodorant and any other toiletry required

• Small Towel

• Woodcraft shirt, T-shirt, sweatshirt or hoodie 

• Changes of clothes dependent on length of camp  

t-shirts, shorts, underwear, plenty of socks (they get wet)

2-3 pairs of trousers – quick drying preferable to jeans/cords

• Thick jumpers or fleeces and lots of layers for warmth

• Warm hat and gloves, for evenings (even in the summer it can get cold)

• Sun hat and sun cream

• Waterproof jacket / kagoul 

• Waterproof Trousers

• Waterproof Walking boots or shoes (and/or a pair of wellies)

• Swimming Costume

• Change of footwear – this is really important 

• Slip-on shoes eg crocs or sliders for around the campsite (optional)

• Torch / head torch (and maybe spare batteries)

• Small rucksack for day hikes and outings - something easy to carry

• Water bottle (essential!)

• Bin bag / carrier bag for dirty washing, and one for muddy boots too.

• Watch or clock to tell the time in the tent – no phones please

• A book/ colouring book for quiet time

• Cards or board games for quiet time (optional)

• Musical instruments (if not too valuable)

• Essential teddies only!

Any medication should be clearly labelled and handed to the nominated adult.
This includes over the counter pain relief.

Young people should not bring

• Extra food or drink (including sweets/biscuits etc.)

• Mobile phones, electronic games, radios, music players