Summer Camp Equipment List
Most of the items listed below can be purchased in Cody if the need arises. Be certain to label all clothing and equipment with your name. In all cases, the more rugged the equipment the better its chances of surviving the rigors of a Wyoming summer camp experience.
Camp Program: required
sleeping bag (good to at least 32 degrees)
ground cloth/poncho
sheets (4)
blankets (3 - if sleeping bag opens it can take the place of 2)
towels (2)
western riding boots
sneakers
jacket (wool or fleece)
working/hiking boots
socks (8 pairs)
wool socks (2 pairs)
blue jeans (4 pairs)
shirts (8)
underwear ( 10 sets)
long underwear
pajamas (2)
laundry bags (2)
toilet articles
shorts
heavy wool sweater or shirt
work gloves
warm hat
day pack
waterproof rain gear
Camp Program: optional
flashlight
swimming suit
musical instrument
western hat
skiing equipment (first session)
backpack (for backpacking enthusiasts)
fishing equipment
camera and film
pocket knife
books records/tapes
writing supplies
pillow
(Please. no hairdryers or curling irons.)
Backpacking Trek: required
hiking boots (well broken in, leather, with cleated soles)
gaiters
sleeping bag with stuff sack, (mummy-cut with hood, good down to 20°F. synthetic fill preferred)
backpack (external frame or internal frame. minimum 4500 cubic inches) extra backpack pins
pack lash straps - 2 pairs
stuff sacks (2) 24"x12"
heavy wool socks (3)
light socks (3, polypropylene suggested)
hiking shorts ( 1 )
T-shirts (2)
underwear (3)
sneakers (1I )
pile jacket or wool sweater
long underwear—polypropylene
wool or pile pants
wool hat
hat with visor rim
wool or polypropylene gloves
glacier glasses—good quality
waterproof pack cover
insulite pad
pocket knife
notebook (small)
pencil
toilet articles (must include biodegradable soap and sunblock)
small towel
waterproof raingear
fishing equipment
insect repellent
Backpacking Trek: optional
camera film
binoculars (small)
reading books
bathing suit
flashlight - small (highly recommended)
day pack - small (highly recommended)
envelopes with stamps
* If buying new equipment, please call for recommendations on brands.
