Summer Camp Item Checklist

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  • Day Camp
  • Sunscreen that has an SPF of 15 or higher
  • Bathing suit.
  • Towel.
  • Plastic bag for wet items.
  • Insect repellant.
  • Two water bottles (one frozen).
  • Hat for sun protection.
  • Comfortable running shoes or sport sandals.
  • Water shoes or flip-flops for the pool/beach.
  • Medication with a note about how to administer.
  • Sack lunch.
  • Backpack to store all items.
  • Overnight Camp
  • Sunscreen that has an SPF of 15 or higher (several tubes).
  • Soap and shampoo.
  • 2-3 Bathing suits.
  • Towels
  • Insect ;repellent ;(2-3 bottles).
  • Reusable water bottle/canteen.
  • Hat for sun protection.
  • Two pairs of comfortable shoes.
  • Sport sandals.
  • Water shoes and flip-flops.
  • Hiking boots (if applicable).
  • Rain coat or reusable rain poncho.
  • Medication with note on how to administer
  • Several days-worth of socks and underwear (depends on how long the session is, but it's always best to pack extra!)
  • Several T-shirts, sweatshirts, shorts, one or two pairs of long pants.
  • A few pairs of Pajamas.
  • One warm jacket (fleece or heavy sweater).
  • Sleeping bag.
  • Extra blanket.
  • Sheet sleeping bag (two sheets sewn together).
  • Travel pillow.
  • Sheets and pillowcase for twin bed.
  • Small battery-powered hand fan.
  • Flashlight with batteries.
  • Government-approved lifejacket.
  • Camera and film.
  • Letter-writing items (stationary and pens with pre-stamped envelopes as well as addresses)
  • Travel first aid kit.
  • Books or magazines for rainy days.
  • Hockey or duffel bag.

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Laura Cooper Peterson

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Learn what essential items your child should bring to Summer camp with our Summer Camp Item Checklist. Includes lists for both day and overnight camp, so whatever your summer camp situation, you'll have everything you need.

Who it's for

This Summer Camp Item Checklist is for anyone who wants a simple, practical way to get things done without missing steps.

  • Avoid forgetting - keep all your Summer Camp Item essentials in one place (external memory)
  • Save time - start from a proven Summer Camp Item structure instead of a blank page
  • Stay on track - track progress, come back later, and keep momentum
  • Coordinate with others - share the list and divide responsibilities
  • Learn the process - follow the steps in a sensible order, even if it's your first time

How to use it

How to use this Summer Camp Item Checklist

  • Save Summer Camp Item Checklist to your free Checklist account so your progress is saved and synced across devices.
  • Customize it in the app: remove anything that does not apply, then add your own details for Summer Camp Item (dates, sizes, addresses, notes).
  • If others are involved, invite them to collaborate and divide responsibilities.
  • Work through the list: check items off as you go, and set reminders for time-sensitive steps.

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