What to Bring to Summer Camp

Sarah Luft Brand Associate, Marketing and Communications

Preparation Made Easy 

Sleepaway camp season is here and we couldn't be more excited. But we know preparing for camp can mean a whole range of emotions—from jumping-up-and-down-excited to pacing-back-and-forth-anxious (for both child and parent!). And for good reason. There's a lot to consider as you prepare to send your little one off to camp. No matter if it's your child's fifth time away from home or their very first, we're here to make packing a stress-free part of the process.

We hear rumors that some kiddos pack their duffels five months out (and can't blame them for that kind of giddy anticipation), while others are apt to gather a few necessities the morning of. Whatever your preference, be sure to tune in to your camp's specific guidelines—they know what they're talking about. In the meantime, here's a guide to jump-start any camper's packing project!*

*Whether you plan to attend a SeriousFun camp or other, please note that this list is not extensive. Rather, it is meant to serve as a fun guide to get you started. Please contact staff at your specific camp for exact details on how to prepare. 

Your Packing List

Straight From Camp

North Star Reach, the SeriousFun camp in Michigan, has put together a Care Package Series with tips from seasoned staff to help you prepare for camp. Check out the rest of their wonderfully wacky, insightful videos to learn the ins and outs of medication prep, health history forms, handling homesickness and more!

Sarah loves all things s'mores (there are a lot of varieties out there) and helps tell the story of SeriousFun through digital marketing. She leads the charge of content creation at the Support Center.

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