Here’s a list of essential items that counselors and camp staff should have on hand – for everyday use and for emergencies – in different locations around camp.
Cabin
- Broom and dustpan
- Mop and bucket
- Board games and playing cards
- Extra sheets/pillow cases (hypoallergenic)
- Dusting cloths
- Bulletin board
- Extra insecticide spray
- Air freshener
- Extra writing paper, stamps, envelopes
- Flashlight or battery-powered lantern
- Guitar or musical instruments (check with camp policies)
- First aid kit
Dining Hall
- Broom and dustpan
- Mop and bucket
- Laundry basket for napkins/tablecloths
- Laminated placemats
Health Center
- Rubbing alcohol
- Quart-sized plastic bags for icepacks
- Hypoallergenic sheets and pillow covers
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Showers and Bathrooms
- Toilet Wand
- Toilet plunger
- Mop and bucket
- Shower caddies
- Air freshener
- Extra flip-flops or shower shoes
- Hand soap
Kitchen
- Broom and dustpan
- Mop and bucket
- Disinfecting Wipes
- Dish soap and sponges
- Laundry basket for used dish towels
Hiking, Sailing, and Overnights
- Reusable canteen or water bottle
- Waterproof bag for clothes
- Frisbee
- Flashlight and batteries
- Compass
- Emergency whistle
- Sunblock
- Insect repellant
- Emergency rain gear
- First aid kit
Around Camp and On-The-Go
- Flashlight and batteries
- Disinfecting Wipes
- Hand sanitizer
- Reusable canteen or water bottle
- Sunglasses
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