Pack List Essentials

As we plan to head out for water play immediately, please send your child dressed in their swim shorts or wearing a swimsuit under clothing so we can all be ready for fun!

It is very important that all personal items be clearly labeled with your child’s name. Items brought to camp may remain on campus at Camp Blue Ridge and Camp Miller throughout the week for your convenience.

  • Water bottle

  • Sunscreen
  • Hat

  • Sunglasses

  • Appropriately sized life jacket (required for all lake activities)

  • Puddle Jumpers (required for non-swimmers)

  • Beach towel

  • Have your child dress in weather appropriate clothing and footwear that is comfortable for each day’s activities

  • Athletic shoes for biking, hiking, and active game play

  • Swimsuit/swim shorts and water shoes/flip-flops (come dressed for water play with dry clothes to change into later)

  • Light long-sleeved shirt for cooler days

  • Quiet time activities of choice: books, notebooks/coloring books/sticker books, crayons/pens/markers, card games/portable board games, puzzles or crafts (friendship bracelet kits), etc. – items that can easily be stowed in your child’s backpack.

Optional Pack List Items

  • Bikes (All Stars only!) and scooters

  • Helmet (required for all bike and scooter riders)

  • Safety pads and gloves for biking/scootering

  • Pool goggles and nose plugs

  • Additional meal items or snacks

Outdoor Equipment Camp4Real Will Provide

  • Canoes

  • Stand-Up Paddle Boards

  • Kayaks