Packing Information & List For Wilderness Trips (Page 2 of 2) in pdf

7 Day Isle Royale Backpack

ARE NOT ALLOWED FOR WEARING IN KAYAKS.

MISCELLANEOUS

* - Wolf Ridge can provide this item

Backpacking- You will need light to mid-weight, over the ankle hiking boots. “Break in” your hiking boots before the trip to prevent

and avoid painful and disabling blisters. Wear them around for a couple of weeks. Even better, load up a backpack and carry that

_____Bedding for dorm; sheets and pillow

CLOTHING- Bold items required

_____Sleeping bag and stuff sack

around with you. Do not pack cotton socks for hiking. Synthetic and wool blend socks are best.

_____Sleeping pad*

Sturdy over the ankle hiking boots

_____

_____Water bottle*

Group Equipment

_____Raingear; coat/pants or poncho

_____Personal medications

_____Light, comfy camp shoes; sandals good

Wolf Ridge provides specialized equipment for activities and overnight camping trips, including backpacks, eating utensils, and

_____Headlamp/small flashlight

_____Swimming shoes; closed toed

sleeping pads.

_____Toiletries; small travel amounts

_____Socks- 5-6 pair; wool/synthetic; no cotton

_____Sunscreen; spf 15 or greater

_____Set(s) of clothing for time at Wolf Ridge

Bedding

_____Sunglasses

(see the additional items packing list)

_____Stuff sacks for clothing; plastic bags work

In addition to a sleeping bag, we encourage campers to bring a set of twin sheets. Sheets add a sense of home and may be more

_____1 pair of long pants- on trail

_____Bandannas

comfortable than a sleeping bag, especially if the nights are warm. Campers can use their sleeping bag while on trail and as a

_____1 pair of long pants- in camp

_____T-shirt- on trail

blanket for warmth on their beds at Wolf Ridge during cool nights.

OPTIONAL

_____T-shirt- in camp

_____Long sleeve shirt- in camp

_____Backpack*

Medications

_____Sweater/ warm layer; fleece/wool

_____Hydration bladder w/ hose

Per American Camping Association standards, Wolf Ridge Camp Directors must hold and administer all medications. Exceptions

_____Shorts- one pair; on trail/in camp

_____Gaiters

to this medical policy are asthma inhalers, epi pens for severe allergies and/or diabetic medications. Medications MUST be in their

_____Swimsuit

_____Journal or book to read

_____Underwear/long underwear

original containers with the medication and dosage written on the bottle. As well, please share instructions with the Directors at camper

_____Small pocket tool; (i.e. Swiss Army, Leatherman, etc.)

_____Brimmed hat

_____Camera/film

check-in. Trip leaders and assistant trip leaders will hold and administer medications while on trail.

_____Stocking cap; in case of cool nights

_____Playing cards, dice/games

_____Lightweight gloves

_____See other optional items in Canoeing section

NOTE: Due to the nature of camp life, which includes travel, classes and activities from 7:30 am to 9:30 pm, please consult your

child’s physician before you adjust your child’s medication schedule.

Snacks

Additional Items for time at

_____Laundry bag

We provide a snack every evening. Snacks, including chewing gum, brought by campers create an unwanted mess in the rooms

_____Shampoo, soap

Wolf Ridge campus

and attract wildlife into the rooms, especially ants and mice. Upon arrival, counselors collect any snacks and return them on the

_____Medications with instructions

morning of departure.

_____One pair sandals or slippers

(pack separately for access at check-in)

Electronics

_____3-4 pairs long pants

_____Small backpack or fanny pack

As we prepare to welcome your children to Wolf Ridge, we want to provide some guidance regarding our policy on electronics at

_____4-5 T-shirts (mix long and short sleeve)

camp. We recommend that your child powers down and takes a break from the world of electronics. We recommend that campers

_____2-3 pair shorts

Optional Items

leave all electronics at home (except cameras). These devices have a way of getting lost or broken at camp. Wolf Ridge cannot

_____Swimsuit, beach towel

take responsibility for their loss or damage.

_____Extra batteries

_____7-8 changes of underclothing

_____Liquid laundry detergent

Cell Phones

_____7-8 pairs of socks

_____Money for Wolf Ridge Store

We believe that being at camp is an opportunity for your child to experience a world beyond home, and a chance for you and

_____Pajamas

_____Books, cards, and board games

your child to practice “letting go.” “Letting go” allows children to develop autonomy, independence and a stronger sense of self.

_____Towel

It allows them to make new friends, take responsibility for themselves and their bunkmates, problem solve and mature a bit.

_____Paper, postcards, envelopes and stamps for writing

These things cannot be achieved when parents are only a phone call away. Although cell phones have been strictly prohib-

_____Bedding for dorm; sheets and pillow

home

ited at camp for many years, some families choose to ignore this policy. Invariably, this leads to conflicts within the group and

allows campers to focus on their friends at home rather than their friends at camp. Cell phones enable campers to call or text

parents for advice instead of turning to their peers or counselors, and they prevent campers from problem solving. In short, cell

phone use at camp is counter to the values we teach and uphold at Wolf Ridge and interferes with an important peer aspect of

General

the overnight camp experience.

While at Wolf Ridge and on trail, your child will be spending much of their time outside. Though we encourage kids to avoid getting

completely dirty, learning outside can be a messy business. With this in mind, please do not bring new clothing and expect that it

When parents allow their child to break the rules and take a cell phone to camp, they are teaching their child that the rules ap-

will still look new at the end of the session. In addition, our proximity to Lake Superior makes for a wide range of weather possibili-

ply to every other family, but not theirs. Please respect our policy and take the time to discuss it with your camper. In the past,

ties. Temperatures can range from daytime highs in the 90’s to night time lows in the 30’s. Rain, fog, and sun can happen in a single

campers have hidden their cell phones in their bags without their parents’ knowledge. Please make sure you put away your

day. Packing clothing layers will help campers adapt to weather changes.

child’s cell phone before he or she leaves for camp. All cell phones will be collected at check in and returned to campers on

closing day.

Footwear

BWCAW, Quetico, and Grand Portage- Close-toed, supportive, sturdy-soled portage shoes are required for portaging canoes and

Digital Cameras

packs over rugged trails and mucky terrain. Ankle support is important to guard against injuries. Wolf Ridge calls these “wet shoes.”

If your child has an inexpensive digital camera, he or she may bring it to camp. (Make sure you pack enough memory cards

This pair of “wet” portaging shoes will get very wet, and will likely stay wet for the majority of the trip. Sturdy shoes with ankle sup-

and batteries.) Please discuss proper handling of the camera to ensure it isn’t lost or broken.

port (like hiking shoes or boots) are best. Also pack a comfortable pair of shoes to wear around camp. These are often referred to

as your “dry” shoes.

These policies are designed to create a welcoming and inclusive community at Wolf Ridge. Thank you for your understanding

Wolf Ridge requires that you wear shoes when wading and swimming. Hooks, lures and sharp rocks are a hazard to feet. Light,

and your cooperation.

quick drying and inexpensive water slippers, aqua-socks, water shoes, etc. are perfect for swimming. Closed toe are better than

open toe. Remember, if you hurt your feet, it can ruin your trip!

Alcohol, tobacco, illegal drugs, and firearms

All of these items are strictly prohibited. Campers found with these items will be sent home immediately.

Apostle Islands- Paddling shoes are required for kayaking. These shoes can be water sandals, “aqua socks”, water slippers, beach

shoes, or something similar. They are small, dry quickly, and fit well in the cockpit of a sea kayak. TENNIS SHOES AND FLIP-FLOPS

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