This list is a suggested list of the bare minimum a child will need. We recommend that you pack your camper’s belongings in a large Rubbermaid-type tote box. This makes it easy for campers to keep their things together and easy for parents to clean out when they come home!
Clearly mark items with camper's name; this will help in finding lost items. Lost items are kept for two weeks and then are donated to charity.
- Shorts - Nylon shorts are not suitable for ropes course
- T-shirts
- Sleepwear
- Underwear and Socks
- Raincoat
- Sweatshirt/Jacket
- Long pants - for cooler times of day and any horseback riding
- Shower articles - 2 bath towels, wash cloth or sponge, soap in a container, shampoo/conditioner, toothbrush & toothpaste, and shower shoes
- Shoes - 2 pairs of gym shoes, 1 pair old enough to wade in creek. Ropes course and Ranch require closed-toe shoes
- Bathing suits-1 piece ONLY. 1 or 2 suits and 2 beach towels
- Laundry Bag
- Bedding-Sleeping bag, sheet(s) and pillow
- Water Bottle
- Bug Repellant
- Sunscreen - taking care of campers' skin/protecting it from sunburn is a top priority for us, but we need everyone's help. When you send sunscreen with your campers please encourage them to be responsible about reapplying throughout their week at camp.
- Medication - In the original labeled container, medications are to be given to the nurse on Sunday during Check-In. Epi-pens and Inhalers can be carried by campers or staff but must be logged with the nurse. The nurse recommends you send an extra inhaler/epi-pen as backup to be kept in the health center.
- Commonly-brought items - Stationery, pre-stamped and addressed envelopes, writing utensils, flashlight, small battery-operated fan, backpack, disposable camera and snacks to share.
Before Arriving at Camp Ernst
- Camp Balance-pay at least 2 weeks before camper arrives
- Health Form-complete and mail/fax/email to the office
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Cabin Assignments-review and call office with any questions or concerns (Cabin assignments are emailed approximately 1 week before your camp week)
- Note: We don't recommend it, but if it is necessary to pick-up or drop-off your camper(s) during the week, please make arrangements with your child, their counselor and the office. Special pick-up or drop-off must occur at the office; please call ahead.
Drop-Off/Pick-up Days
Sunday Afternoon:
- Arrive in the order of first letter of last name: A-L 3:00-3:30 PM and M-Z 3:30-4:00 PM
- Check in at cabin
- Go to merchandise table to pick-up pre-purchased items (or purchase at the table)
- Go to nurse table (only if you have any medication such as prescription/over the counter/viatamins)
Saturday Morning:
- Pick-up in order of first letter of last name: M-Z 9:00 AM and A-L 9:15 AM
- Pick-up at cabin
- Receive check out packet from counselor
- Sign up for next summer!
