13-day Kananaskin Packing List - YMCA Calgary

YMCA CalgaryCamp Chief Hector YMCASummer CampSandalsHiking bootsRubber bootsBug net – OPTIONAL – Mosquitoes and other insects live in our environment at camp and are often especially abundantin July. A bug net is hung over the bed to keep insects away during the nightCamera – we recommend disposable – please write your camper’s name in permanent marker on the cameraBooks and word puzzles for bedtime and downtimePaper, addressed envelopes and stampsA labelled zip-lock bag works well for storing toiletries.Toothbrush and toothpasteSoap, shampoo and conditioner (small bottles are best)Comb or brushDeodorantSpecific Outripping Equipment and Clothing□ Backpack – big enough to fit sleeping bag, a change of clothes, the following items, and a small amount of group food orgear. Example: MEC Big Squeeze 2 Backpack□ 1 pair long underwear: tops and bottoms. Example: MEC Midweight Underwear Crew Top and Long Johns□ Camping sleeping pad. Example: Therm-a-rest RidgeRest Sleeping Pad□ Camping/plastic plate, cup and spoon. Example: GSI Infinity or Cascadian dishes□ Warm toque and mitts□ 2 strong garbage bags to line backpack on outtripPACKINGA Rubbermaid type bin or a duffle or hockey bag work well for organizing clothes and keeping them dry and secure in thetipi. A Rubbermaid Roughneck Tote (37.9L fits under bunk beds and 53L or 68L work well, too)Lost and FoundPlease consider keeping expensive valuables and other items that would be greatly missed at home. Camp ChiefHector YMCA is not responsible for lost, broken or stolen itemsWe highly recommend labelling all of your child’s itemsConsider sending a list of packed items with your camper that they can double check as they pack to go home.Camp Chief Hector YMCA is happy to keep, for 2 weeks following each session, labelled lost & found items such asbackpacks, water bottles, pairs of shoes, quality clothing, and rain gear. Please contact us at 403-673-3858 ext 223 with adescription of the lost item. We will contact you if it has been found. Items such as socks and toiletries will not be kept.Other information available at our website including the following topicsHomesickness and preparing for campCamper Medical Information and Transportation at CampFax Family Zone(must be completed at least 2 weeks prior to your child’s camp start date)Safety and Risk ManagementCommunicating with your camperPlease contact Doug Saul if you have any questions about 13-Day Kananaskin camp programs or information listed here:dsaul@calgary.ymca.ca or 403-673-3858 ext 301.