Camp Hope provides an extensive list of items a camper may bring with them for their stay. There are, however, a few things you absolutely do not want to forget when sending your kid to camp. This is what our past campers see as “must haves” when it comes to packing for camp:

• Bible

• Shorts

• Swim Suit.

  • Girls one piece modest.

  • Guys modest. No speedos.

• T-Shirts

• Khaki Dress Shorts

• Rain Jacket

• Windbreaker

• Sweatshirt

• Pajamas

• Socks

• Underwear

• Sneakers

• Water Shoes/Shower Shoes

• Bath Towels

• Wash Cloths

• Toiletries

• Pillow

• Extra Pillow Case

• Sheets

• Blanket

• Or light Sleeping Bag

• Cards

• Jacks

• Nice outfit for dance night

• Flash Light/w batteries

• Paper to write letters

• Pre Addressed Envelopes/w stamps

• Pen or Pencil

• Notebook

• Reading Book

• Water Bottle

• Bug Spray

• Sunscreen

• Dirty Laundry Bag

• Goofy Dress Up Items for “Theme” nights.

• Battery operated small fan

DO NOT BRING: Drugs (unless prescribed by a doctor, see above), alcohol, tobacco, fireworks, firearms, electronic devices (this includes cellphones, MP3 players, E-readers, handheld video game systems) spaghetti straps, midriffs, tight clothing, sagging pants on guys.

Camp Hope is not saying a camper has to have any or all of this. This is purely suggestions coming from campers who have been before and know what it takes to make it an awesome camp experience!