2016 Summer Camp Checklist

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2016
SUMMER CAMP
CHECKLIST
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So, its off to sleepaway camp for your
youngster, and the only mountain left to climb is

PACKING.
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Most camps will provide a list of what items to
bring as well as what not to bring, giving you a
good starting point.
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Try to keep things as simple as possible.
The more your camper brings, the more there is
to keep track of amid the hodgepodge of
multiple kids clothing and paraphernalia.
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SHOPPING
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Shopping for camp necessities is a great way to
get your child involved in preparations and
excited about their upcoming adventure,
especially if its the first time away at camp.
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Pick up everything on the camps list, and then
let your camper add something really cool of her
own, like a trendy brand of socks or a t-shirt
everyone has.
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It can help first-summer campers in particular
feel like theyll fit in with a new batch of
kids. Wash all new clothes and mark with your
childs name.
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SWIMMING GEAR
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Pack several bathing suits, as kids at camp can
be in and out of the water multiple times a day
and bathing suits have a definite habit of
getting lost.
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Goggles and flip flops are other must-haves for
around the pool.
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COMFORT OF HOME
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Some kids, especially younger or first-time
campers, find some relief from initial
homesickness by bringing a bit of home along with
them, like a family photo or a stuffed animal.
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However, be sure everything you send is
replaceable. Its easy to loose things in a
cabin full of kids and their belongings!
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WRITING PARAPHERNALIA
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Many camps discourage use of the computer and
camp can be a great way to introduce kids to the
joys of handwritten snail mail.
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Pack a bunch of colorful writing paper,
preaddressed envelopes and stamps to encourage
your camper to stay in touch.
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Youll often be amazed and amused at what
arrives in the mail during their summer away.
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If its your childs first summer away, pack a
letter to them in with their belongings just a
last little verbal hug.
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SUN PROTECTION
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Sun protection ranks high on any list of summer
camp musts. Its common knowledge now that even
one bad sunburn in childhood can lead to
increased risk of cancer in adulthood.
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The American Cancer Society recommends an SPF of
at least 30 and its not a bad idea to go up to
SPF 50.
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Spray types are great for reaching those tough
places like backs, as kids are encouraged to
apply their own sun screen. Remind them that
feet and back of necks get burnt too!
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Let your youngster pick out an acceptable hat or
two most optfor baseball style hats. And
dont forget the sunglasses!
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ALL THE LITTLE EXTRAS
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There are lots of little extras that can make
camp a bit easier. Look around for
A clip-on light (for reading after lights-out!)
A clip-on fan for hot cabin nights
(for rescuing especially beloved clothing items
from camp ketchup disasters)
A stain-away stick
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Water-tight bags are super for
Canoe trips
Keeping clothing and sleeping bags safe from the
inevitable dunking.
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Dont forget every day isnt sunny, or even warm,
so be sure to send along long pants, fleeces and
rain gear.
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If you're considering sending your child to an
overnight summer camp, be sure to visit our site
to learn about Camp Walt Whitman.
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Located in the White Mountains of New Hampshire,
Camp Walt Whitman offers a safe, nurturing
environment in a beautiful mountain setting.
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Our camp is a coed sleepaway camp, with separate
areas for boys and girls. The kids have a blast,
and make friendships that can last a lifetime.
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http//www.campwalt.com/
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CAMP WALT WHITMAN 1000 Cape Moonshine
Rd Piermont, NH 03779 603-764-5521 cww_at_campwalt.co
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