Camp Information

Supporting your camper to build independence - tips from a parent:

DO NOT pack their camp bags for them! Despite how much easier it would be ☺ If they physically choose and put the items in their bag they are building vital life skills in self-care, and setting themselves up for success at camp where they are responsible for finding what they need.

Discuss with them why each item might be important as they pack. Maybe hold the checklist and help check off the items as they pack - this also keeps your hands busy so you can’t help!!

If they don’t usually use a sleeping bag, practice taking it out of the bag and repacking it. If they want to let them sleep in it before camp at home so it feels more familiar.

Get them to name their belongings themselves. Lots of kids have similar clothing or sleeping bags – pack up and cabin clean up time on the last day is CHAOS! Named items are much easier to find and if they have written their own name they know what to look for.

Help them choose to pack snacks that will give them a longer energy boost, in case they don’t like the food.

Last reminder, because this is perhaps the hardest! Do not pack for them :-)