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Camp Needs List

All Campers (Daily Needs)

Attire — Campers should be ready to get wet every day!
- swim shorts & a water shirt
- or a swim suit
- closed-toe water shoes
If your child wear glasses, they should have sport glasses or a glasses strap.
Water Bottle
Sunscreen & Bug Spray – Due to state requirements, each camper must provide their OWN sunscreen & bug spray.
Lunch – There is NOT a facility to keep lunches cool throughout the day; we suggest not sending perishable items. *Please note if you have purchased a Calleva lunch for your camper for the week, a Calleva lunch will be provided.
Towel – This is OPTIONAL, but can be nice if your camper would like it.
Rain gear – Be ready for rain, if predicted!
Backpack – Please make sure that all of your camper’s items fit in one bag

Why closed-toe shoes?

We ask that campers wear closed-toe water shoes that will easily stay on their feet in and out of the water – flip flops and crocs are not suitable! If you would like to send your camper wearing old sneakers, you are more then welcome to do so, but understand that these will get wet and waterlogged.

Why no cell phones?

We have learned that cell phones and Apple watch-style communication devices are more of a handicap than a benefit to you and your camper. Campers who bring phones are often distracted during the camp day, which is a threat to their safety and enjoyment.

Campers who bring phones with them often miss out on some of the key benefits of camp because they are:

‣stressed

Campers stress about losing or damaging their devices (Please note that Calleva does not take responsibility for lost or damaged electronics).

‣confused

Campers miss safety or directional instructions from camp leaders when distracted by their devices.

‣disconnected

Campers miss out on the real-life social value of camp when they are connected to their devices.

‣unaware

Campers miss out on opportunities to give or receive mentoring without even realizing what they are missing.

‣indifferent

Campers on devices are less likely to problem solve, take the initiative or self-advocate.

Activity specific lists below:

Adventure Camp Needs

Specific to Activity
- Calleva provides all safety/technical gear
- All water-based activities: Water t shirts – any quick drying material (not cotton) or ideally a rash guard with sun protection (UPF).
- Fishing: We supply all the rods and tackle, but it’s cool if kids want to bring your own!
- Growing Green: We suggest a large shade hat.
- Horseback Riding: Riding Boots or quality shoe w/heel and long pants
- Mountain Biking: Wear a good biking shoe. We supply the Bikes and Helmets, but it’s cool if kids want to bring your own!
- Rock Climbing: Stretchy Shorts, Hiking shoes for approaching crags. Calleva provides climbing shoes, helmets & harnesses.
- Sailing: Sunglasses with strap

Adventure Camp Overnight Needs

sleeping bag
sleeping pad
change of clothes
headlamp (or flashlight)
mess kit (inc. cup, bowl & spoon)
toiletries
warm jacket or sweatshirt
rain gear
non-perishable lunch for Thursday and Friday. *Please note if you have purchased a Calleva lunch for your camper for the week, a Calleva lunch will be provided.
Suggested spending cash of $10 for snacks at stops
We also suggest bringing lightweight pants, long-sleeved shirt, socks and a hat for the overnight that can be sprayed with bug spray (especially for water activities where mosquitoes are prevalent).

Calleva has curated a gear bag for campers that is perfect for these overnight adventures.

High Adventure Needs List

Typically High Adventures spend 5 days and 4 nights in an amazing environment. Be prepared to check out some of our favorite overnights we have visited over the last 20+ years!

ALL PERSONAL GEAR SHOULD FIT INTO 1 LARGE DUFFEL! Calleva will bring all other gear necessary for the activities, camping, and safety gear.

You can purchase a pre-packed gear bag from Calleva at check-out. Bag includes Duffel bag, sleeping bag, sleeping pad, water bottle, head lamp, and bandana.

MANDATORY (all high adventures and LIT)

sleeping Bag & sleeping Pad
(we suggest lightweight 30 degree bag & a closed cell or inflatable pad)
Proper shoes &/or boots
4 pair synthetic socks
changes of underwear
bathing suit
2 pair shorts & 3 non-cotton t-shirt
1 pair long non-cotton pants and long sleeved shirt.
synthetic long underwear (top & bottom)
warm fleece top
rain gear
toiletry kit: toothbrush, toothpaste, comb, brush, personal bug spray & sunscreen, skin lotion, tampons, and other personal needs. Travel and trial size are sufficient.
necessary medications (BE SURE you have a doctor signed Med Authorization Form for ALL meds — OTC and prescription — on file w/the Calleva nurse!! All meds must be in their original, labeled packaging.)
sun protection (baseball hat, sunscreen, sunglasses)
non-breakable mess kit (mug, spoon, fork, and bowl)
Flashlight (ideally a headlamp)
day pack for carrying your daily needs
wide mouth water bottle

OPTIONAL

$20 spending cash for snacks at gas stops
Camera: Calleva not responsible for lost or ruined electronics (no cameras on LIT trips).
Prescription Glasses and Contact lenses: Bring a backup pair if you think you need them.
Plastic Trash Bags: 2 large, extra heavy-duty, useful for waterproofing.
Watch: Water resistant and alarm are great.

THINGS NOT TO BRING

Cell phones and electronics. There is a high probability for loss and damage with these devices and they also take away from the social experience of camp. Calleva does not take responsibility for water damage, impact damage or loss of electronics (including cell phones). While we understand that cell phones are a great way to stay in touch, we have found that it is more of a handicap than benefit to your camper. Our instructors and counselors carry emergency cell phones and parent phone numbers with them at all times. If your child becomes ill during camp, we will get in touch with you. We do not allow any electronic games, music players, or other electronics during day camp or overnights.