Packing Recommendations for a Summer Camp

Summer camps are just around the corner, and one of the main questions we tend to have when thinking about them is: what should I pack? This kind of doubt is perfectly normal, as we do not want our time at camp to be affected by leaving something important at home.

It is for this reason that at Natuaventura.com we are going to share some tips to make it easier for you to pack a bag that is appropriate both in weight and in contents.

Packing recommendations for a summer camp.

The first recommendation for packing for a summer camp is to always do it together with the child. This is very important, because by doing it in their presence, the child will know what they have in their bag and what is inside. It happens with relative frequency that some children have the items they need for a particular activity at camp, or to make their stay more comfortable, but because they did not pack the bag themselves, they do not know they have them.

Choosing a small, comfortable rucksack is another important recommendation. If possible, choose a rucksack without wheels — ideally a medium-sized one that they can easily carry from the coach to their room, as that will be the longest distance they carry it.

Finally, do not forget to label the rucksack with the child’s name, as well as labelling all the items packed inside. This will help the child avoid mixing up their belongings with others’, or a fellow camper accidentally taking something thinking it is theirs.

What should you pack in the rucksack for a summer camp?

Once we have chosen the right rucksack, it is time to get started and include the following:

• 8 short-sleeved T-shirts. It is recommended that one of them is plain and white.
• 3 long-sleeved sweatshirts.
• 3 pairs of shorts.
• It is recommended to pack 8 changes of underwear and also 8 pairs of socks.
• 1 pair of trainers and, depending on the type of camp, also 1 pair of walking boots.
• 2 swimming costumes and 1 pair of flip-flops for the pool.
• 1 pair of pyjamas.
• 2 bath towels. It is recommended that one towel is for the shower and the other for the pool.
• A toiletries bag. (Shampoo, toothpaste, toothbrush, shower gel, comb, high-factor sun cream, moisturiser, lip balm)
• Depending on the type of camp, it is recommended to bring a sleeping bag.
• (Insect repellent is optional)
• A cap.

Of course, the items to pack will vary depending on the type of camp. But as a general guide, this list is more than sufficient for a stay of at least 15 days. With these items in the rucksack, your child will be completely prepared to enjoy the summer camp with their friends and have an incredible time.

If you would like more tips and recommendations, do not hesitate to contact us at Natuaventura.com, where we will give you all the advice you need about summer camps, end-of-year trips, and more.

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For more information about all our summer camps in Madrid, write to us at info@natuaventura.es or call 91 714 06 36.