Packing List and More!

May 3, 2024

Hello from Appel Farm Arts Camp!

Remember that all Forms in your Household Portal are due by May 15th and any remaining balance on your account is due 30 days prior to your camper’s session!

We are so excited camp is almost here and it’s time to think about what to pack! You can view this packing list and more in the Camper/Caregiver Handbook.

If you have any questions about what to pack, email us at camp@appelfarm.org

Plan for hot and cool weather, and pack old, comfortable clothes! Also plan for activities such as pottery, gardening, sports, swimming, performances, and dances. There is approximately 10” of space under each bunk to store luggage, so soft duffel bags are recommended rather than trunks. This list is a guideline, and you may want to bring more or less of any item. Campers staying for 2+ weeks will have laundry done while on camp.

Please label ALL of your camper’s belongings with their name.

1 Week campers should plan to bring about half of these items.

2-4 pairs jeans/pants
6-8 pairs shorts
8-10 t-shirts/tank tops
16 changes of underwear, 10 pairs of socks
1-2 pairs of sneakers or closed-toe shoes
1-2 pairs of flip-flops or sandals
1 poncho or raincoat
2 bathing suits, 1 robe or cover-up for after swim
2 sweatshirts/sweaters/jackets
2-3 pairs of pajamas
1 dressy outfit (for performances, dances, etc.)
Pre-addressed and pre-stamped envelopes
1 shirt hanger to hang towel
1 water bottle
1 pillow, 2 sets of twin sheets, 2 pillow cases, 2 blankets, 3 towels
**Camp will provide a bedroll if you are traveling by plane
1 drawstring laundry bag labeled with your camper’s name
Backpack, tote bag, or small secure bag for off-camp trips (2+ week campers only)
Shower caddy
Toiletries, sunscreen, insect repellent, any hair care products that are important to your camper’s comfort
Sunglasses, hat or visor, analog watch
Books, card games, pens/pencils, notebook
Flashlight, disposable camera, batteries
T-shirts and other clothing that can be tie-dyed, batiked, screen printed, etc.
Comfort items- stuffed animals, favorite blankets, family photos, posters, etc.

Optional Packing List for Special Programs, etc.

Appel Farm will provide any supplies necessary for classes, including instruments, dance shoes, cameras, etc. The following are only suggestions or in case your camper prefers to bring their own supplies.

PLEASE LABEL ALL PERSONAL BELONGINGS CLEARLY.

Music: Please bring any instrument you plan to study during your majors or minors, excluding

keyboards and drum sets. If you cannot bring an instrument, we have many in stock. Please call the Camp Directors by May 31st for information on instrument availability. Campers may also want to bring amplifiers, pick ups, sheet music, drum sticks, picks, etc. Earplugs are suggested for campers in the rock program.

Dance: Leotards, tights, and dance shoes (if you have them), and an additional small mesh

laundry bag.

Visual Arts: iPad or other tablet, sketchbook, personal art supplies.

Media Arts: iPad or other tablet, digital drawing pad, digital SLR camera.

Photography: 35mm SLR film camera, with MANUAL settings. Please test your camera and make all necessary repairs before camp, and be sure to pack an extra battery. We also provide cameras for students to borrow, if needed.

Technical Theater: Dark/black clothes for backstage, paint clothes, closed-toe shoes for working in the scene shop.

Sports & Swim: Tennis shoes, tennis racquet, hat, swim goggles, sunblock.

Food Allergies: Campers with gluten allergies can bring special snacks and/or dessert items to be kept in the Health Center. Please label them with your camper’s name, and give them to a Health Center staff on Check-In Day.

2+ Week Campers: a small bag with zipper for storing money/cash for off-site trips

Items not allowed at camp

*Please read our Technology Policy*

Cell phones, tablets, smart watches and any other devices that have a cellular or data connection to the internet (*see Technology Policy); televisions, computers including laptops*, and DVD/Blu-Ray players; pets; skateboards, bicycles, and rollerblades; food, candy, gum, and drinks other than water; appliances including kettles, hot pots, coffee makers, etc; money, ATM cards, credit cards, and valuables that are not necessary at camp; candles, wax warmers, incense, smoke cleansing bundles; weapons including pocket knives, X-acto blades, loose razorblades, swiss army knives, and “toy” weapons including fencing swords, cap guns, bb guns; and any item that is otherwise hazardous or flammable.

* CIT program participants may bring a laptop with them for occasional supervised use.

Check out past emails in the Caregiver Portal. You can also check out Facebook and Instagram, to stay in touch! You can always reach out to us at camp@appelfarm.org and 856-358-6881 as well.

We are so excited to welcome you to Appel Farm this summer!