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Tent Camp Kit List for Girl Guides

Have your camper participate in packing her own gear. See Camp packing tips 


Mark everything with the camper's name

Food will be provided at camp. Do not bring any food, candy, treats, gum, drinks other than water,  or snacks. For the safety of campers, this will be a peanut free camp. 

Pack only soft luggage. Waterproof everything by putting a clear plastic bag inside the bag and then stuff your stuff inside. Don't use black plastic garbage bags that could be mistaken for trash. 

Clothes (bring enough for each day)

  • Bring or wear layers including heavy sweatshirt/hoodie, t shirt, long-sleeve shirt, and warm pants (not jeans or leggings)
  • Pack a change of clothes for every day (t-shirt, extra pants, underwear +1, and spare socks x 3-4)
  • Sun hat with brim
  • Warm toque, mittens, scarf
  • Winter coat or warm spring coat
  • Rain poncho/raincoat that fits over your coat
  • Rain pants - waterproof - not splash pants
  • Waterproof rain or winter boots
  • 1 Pair runners (no open toe shoes
  • Sleeping clothes - like a track suit - pants, t-shirt hoodie, wool socks and winter toque. 
  • Ground sheet - tarp 
  • Warm sleeping bag or blanket and comforter folded like a sleeping bag
  • Insulated Mattress - foam pad, yoga mat or Thermarest
  • Small pillow
  • Extra blanket
Stuff
  • Day pack to carry on a hike
  • Pencil and notebook
  • Water bottle
  • Personal first aid kit - (bandaids, hand sanitizer)
  • Sunscreen - non aerosol
  • Bug spray - non aerosol
  • Toiletries in a bag - toothbrush, toothpaste, hairbrush, hair elastics, soap, cup for teeth brushing, tissue, lip balm
  • Hand towel & face cloth
  • Older girls pack sanitary napkins and deodorant
  • Ditty bag - unbreakable plate, bowl, mug and cutlery in a drawstring mesh or cloth bag. 
  • Flashlight with fresh batteries
  • Book/puzzle
  • Small stuffy (not bigger than your head)
  • Sit upon - 

We recommend against sending anything valuable – Leave tablets, phones, electronic games, e-readers, jewelry, valuables, money, etc at home. 

Do not bring any food. 

Campers are responsible for their own possessions.   

About devices (like a phone) - March 2025. We prefer not to have them at camp – but we know kids may not feel comfortable without them. We will keep them busy and there will be times when they must be put down. We have no power to charge devices (if it dies, there’s nothing we can do). If devices are required to sleep, send with wired headphones and full charge.

About conditions: We will be outside 100% of the time at this camp.  Remember that your camper will be happier when she is warm, dry, and suitably equipped for the weather and the activities of the camp.  Blackflies and the sun may both be a factor.

Don’t be afraid to ask about what things are (“ditty bag” may be new to you). Let us know if you’re missing anything… we might be able to set you up with an equipment loan.

Day campers – bring everything except sleeping and nighttime gear. Bring toiletries, water bottle, appropriate clothing, gear, socks,  and things for the day.



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