Packing List

FALL & SPRING PROGRAMS

Keeping warm and dry is important. We will be outdoors most of the time during your stay and will try to keep the weather from dictating our schedule. Spring and fall in northern Michigan can sometimes feel like winter. Bring outerwear that you know will keep you comfortable for extended periods outside. Be prepared for cool temperatures or rain. All clothing should be warm, clean, comfortable, and marked with the student's name. Dressing in layers is always a good idea.

CLOTHING

  • 2-3 pr. heavy warm pants

  • 5 short sleeve shirts or t-shirts

  • 2 long-sleeve shirts

  • 2 pr. shorts

  • 2 pr. warm socks (preferably wool/wool-blend)

  • 5 pr. cotton socks

  • 2 sweatshirts, sweaters, or fleece pullovers

  • 1 pr. pajamas

  • daily change of underwear

  • swimsuit (optional)

  • 1 pr. long underwear (if you have it)

OUTERWEAR

  • warm hat that covers your ears

  • gloves/mittens

  • rain gear (required)

  • 1 warm jacket

  • other outerwear - scarf, neck gaiter, ear muffs, etc.

FOOTWEAR

  • 2 pr. shoes (in case one pair gets wet)

  • 1 pr. water shoes/shoes that can get wet

  • shower shoes (optional/if desired)

LINENS

  • warm blankets & set of sheets

  • OR sleeping bag

  • 1 bath towel & washcloth

  • 1 bed pillow & pillowcase

TOILETRIES / PERSONAL CARE

  • comb/brush

  • toothbrush & toothpaste

  • shampoo/conditioner

  • soap/soapbox or body wash

  • deodorant

PERSONAL ITEMS

  • water bottle

  • 1 flashlight or headlamp with batteries

  • camera (optional)

DO NOT BRING

  • cell phones

  • personal gaming devices

  • iPods

  • radios

  • knives

  • firearms

  • food

  • candy

  • soda

The on-camp store is available to all participants: Leelanau Outdoor Center short sleeve t-shirts ($15), long sleeve t-shirts ($20), winter hats ($20), water bottles ($10), and hooded sweatshirts ($40) are available in our camp store along with other merchandise. You can check them out on our online store. We accept cash, check, MasterCard, or Visa. There is a 3% surcharge when you use MasterCard or Visa. Please make checks out to Leelanau Outdoor Center.