Simple clothing for a rustic camp

At camp, things do get lost, damaged, dirty and/or borrowed. Old, comfy t-shirts, fleeces and shorts are quite the style at camp! You’re encouraged to borrow and buy used gear. Second-hand items in decent condition will usually be quite adequate. Should items be lost or damaged, it is much less painful if you haven’t made a big investment in new gear. We strongly discourage bringing anything of great monetary or sentimental value to camp! 

Eden Village West is not responsible for the loss or damage to any valuables, including clothing, musical instruments, jewelry, sports equipment, etc.

We do not do laundry during the Mini Taste of Eden session. Please plan accordingly.

• The faster clothes dry, the better. Synthetic fabrics dry faster than cotton, and are more insulating when wet.

• The average high summer temperature for our area is 90 degrees, and the average low is 55.

• Duffels are preferred over trunks, but if your camper packs in a trunk, be sure it is no more than 14.5” high, and will stay closed and locked for travel or shipping.

Jeans and other heavy pants are rough in the hot summer!

Backpacks, water bottles, and hats are required every day and often get lost. Send your camper with extras and label all clearly. Use masking tape for hard to write on surfaces. Don’t send any hats or water bottles you wouldn’t mind not seeing again. 

Items That Must be Left at Home

We reserve the right to confiscate the following items that are not allowed at camp:

• Electronics of any kind (except watches and digital cameras without internet capability). This includes cell phones, iPods, iPads, iAnythings, Digital Video Players or Recording Devices (including Flip or still-digital cameras that can record video, if we find them being used for video), video cameras, CD or DVD players, radios, Kindles, laptops, electronic games/toys, plug-in fans, hair dryers, walkie-talkies, two-way radios, hot pots.

• Food of any kind

• Flip-flops/thong sandals or any sandals without a back strap (flips flops may be used as shower shoes only)

• Money, candy, gum, potentially offensive clothing, jewelry, make-up, aerosol deodorant, posters, pets, weapons, and candles.

• Any item that could endanger the health, safety, or welfare of campers or staff.

The following packing list is a guide; it is not necessary to have all these items in these quantities.  PLEASE LABEL EVERYTHING YOUR CAMPER BRINGS!  (We recommend Mabel's Labels as a great place to purchase printed camp labels)

Clothing:

  • 3 t-shirts
  • 2 pairs of shorts
  • 1 pairs long pants
  • 1 long-sleeved fleeces or sweatshirts
  • 1 long-sleeve shirts (e.g. flannel)
  • 3 sets of underwear
  • 3 pairs of socks
  • 1 swimsuit 
  • 1 set of pajamas
  • 1-2 hats for sun protection

Footwear

  • 1 pair of sneakers or sturdy shoes (they will get dirty!)
  • 1 Sandals with back strap for pool/river (like Crocs or keens)
  • NO FLIP FLOPS except to be used as shower shoes!

Linens

  • 1 pillow
  • 1 pillow cases
  • 1 twin-sized fitted sheet
  • 1 twin-sized flat sheet
  • 1 warm Blanket/Comforter
  • 1 beach towels
  • 1 bath towels
  • 1 face towels (optional)
  • plastic mattress cover (optional, as needed)

Toiletries (preferably unscented to not attract bugs & earth-friendly)

  • 1 toothbrush
  • 1 toothpaste 
  • 1 shampoo/conditioner 
  • 1 soap
  • 1 tube suncreen
  • 1 natural insect repellent
  • 1 comb/brush
  • sanitary supplies (as needed)
  • deodorant (as needed)
  • hair ties (optional)
  • 1 lip balm with SPF (optional)
  • moisturizer/body cream (optional)

Accessories

  • masks (1 high quality n95/kn95 for each day of the session)
  • 1 daypack (for carrying water bottle, towel, etc.) 
  • 1 flashlight with rechargeable batteries. 
  • 1 journal/diary & pens/pencils (optional)
  • 2 water bottles 
  • 1 pair of swimming goggles (optional)
  • small battery powered fan (optional)
  • booklight with batteries (optional)

Optional

• Judaica: 2 Kippot [head coverings] & clips if needed

• Musical instrument(s), sketchpad, inexpensive camera (without video strongly preferred; without internet capability required) & film, hiking socks & liners, work gloves, bandanas, a few good books, stuffed animal, frisbee.

• Costumes, books, cards, and puzzle games.