Packing List

WINTER PROGRAM

Keeping warm and dry is important. We will be outdoors for most of the time during your stay, and we try to keep the weather from dictating our schedule. The winds off Lake Michigan can be a bit brisk. Dressing in layers and keeping fingers, toes, noses, and ears warm is a must. Bring outerwear that you know will keep you comfortable for extended periods outside. All clothing should be warm, clean, comfortable, and marked with the student’s name.

CLOTHING

  • 2-3 pr. heavy warm pants

  • 2 short sleeve shirts or t-shirts

  • 2 long-sleeve shirts

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

  • 1 sweatshirt, sweater, or fleece pullover

  • 1 pr. warm pajamas

  • daily change of underwear

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

OUTERWEAR

  • warm hat that covers your ears

  • 2 pr. gloves/mittens

  • 1 pr. snow/wind pants (if you have them)

  • 1 warm jacket

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

FOOTWEAR

  • 1 pr. light shoes/slippers (to be worn inside)

  • 1 pr. winter boots

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

  • 1 flashlight or headlamp with batteries

  • water bottle

  • 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.