Springs Pro Packing List
Please pack all the camper's items in a trunk or one large container. Luggage should be under 15 inches tall so it fits under the bunk bed. Many campers like to decorate their trunks! At this age many parents (and campers!) find it helpful to put an entire day's outfit into a gallon ziplock bag labeled with the day. Same thing for theme night costumes. It makes it super clear for the camper what to wear when!
Clothes
- Shirts: 8 All shirts should be loose fitting and not tight. Tank tops must have straps three fingers wide and cover all undergarments. No racer-back, see-through, ribbed or spaghetti-strap tanks. No crop tops (no stomach shown when arms are raised).
- Shorts: 6 Must be knuckle length. No skirts, exercise dresses, or biker/spandex shorts (impractical for activities and you sometimes stand on chairs or ladders). No butterfly-style shorts. Girls will need one pair of athletic shorts (no buttons or zippers) to wear with their swimsuit.
- Underwear: 10
- Socks: 10
- Pajamas: 2
- Rain jacket
- Tennis shoes: 1 Close-toed shoes must be worn at all times
- Outfit / shoes you don't mind getting dirty / throwing away
- Dress up outfit Simple modest outfit you would wear to church. For girls, dresses should be fingertip length. No tight-fitting rompers/jumpers, off-the-shoulder styles, or spaghetti straps. Bralettes or bandeaus should not show. Guys should wear shorts with at least a 5" inseam.
- Theme night costumes To be worn for evening themed activities; must abide by all other dress code guidelines
Water
- Swimsuits: 2 For girls, a modest one-piece swimsuit without cutouts, or a rashguard with athletic shorts. All girls are required to wear athletic shorts (no buttons or zippers) with their swimsuits at all water activities (no rashburn here!). For boys, no speedos or jammers. This is for the comfort, safety, and modesty of all campers at all pool and lake activities. All campers must wear shirts over swimwear to and from water activities.
- Water shoes Must cover the toes and include a heel strap/cover (for instance: Crocs, Natives, etc.)
- Pool towel
- Sunscreen
Cabin
- Bedding For a twin size bed
- Pillow
- Laundry bag
- Toiletries
- Bath towel
- Wash cloths: 2
- Insect repellent
Other
- Insulated water bottle
- Large plastic trash bag This is where any muddy clothes will go.
- Medication No medication (over-the-counter or prescription) or vitamins packed in luggage. Read the medication guidelines here.
- Flashlight
- Bible
- Pencils / pens
You Might Want
- Sandals Can be used at the pool and waterfront areas
- Cleats
- Letters / packages All letters and packages must be in camper trunks at the start of the week. Read more on mail here.
- Over-the-door hooks These are great for hanging on the bunk and holding towels or laundry bags.
- Bunk decorations A photo from home, a cute pom-pom garland... you might want to bring some things to personalize your space. Just keep it reasonable and easy to remove!
Theme Nights
- Sunday: Survivor: SHIPWRECK! Stranded on the shore, it’s time to outwit, outplay, and outlast! Dress as anyone who could survive at sea — pirates, castaway contestants, fishermen, or even a ship captain — and compete in wild challenges, camp-wide games, and hilarious team competitions. Can your tribe conquer the island and claim victory?!
- Monday: Out of the Blue Dive into a sea of blue and let your imagination run wild! Dress head-to-toe in your favorite blue theme — from ocean creatures and superheroes to sky-high pilots or even your coolest blue gear. Expect fun games, silly challenges, and a night that proves when you go “out of the blue,” anything can happen!
- Tuesday: Flashback Frenzy Get ready to turn back the clock and dance through the decades! Dress in your favorite era — from groovy ’70s disco to funky ’80s neon or ’90s throwback vibes — and show off your best moves. With nonstop hits, epic dance-offs, and high-energy games, it’s a night to party, laugh, and make memories that will last a lifetime!
- Wednesday: Splash Bash Make a big splash at the ultimate lake night! Dress in your best surfer or Hawaiian-themed outfits — think board shorts, leis, or tropical shirts — and get ready for wakesurfing, banana boating, and other epic water challenges that’ll leave you soaked and laughing. This night is all about high-energy fun, teamwork, and making waves at camp!
- Thursday: Siege The night is dark, the stakes are high, and your cabin is on a mission! Dress in camo and work together to complete challenges, navigate obstacles, and outsmart the opposing teams under the cover of night. Stealth, strategy, and teamwork will determine who dominates the Siege and takes home the victory!
- Friday: Entertainment Springs Pro Network (ESPN) Step into the spotlight and get ready for a night of laughs, games, and high-energy competition! Dress to impress in your nicest outfits and join in game-show–style challenges, hilarious skits, and friendly rivalries that will keep everyone on their toes. It’s a night of fun, excitement, and unforgettable memories — Pine Cove style!
Don’t Bring
As a general rule, if you can’t bring it to school, you shouldn’t bring it to camp.
- Phones, Tablets, or Other Electronics Camp is the perfect opportunity for everyone—counselors and campers alike—to get a break from screens! Leaving electronic devices at home allows for campers to get a chance to spend time outdoors, build connections with friends, and experience undistracted moments. But don't worry—you'll be able to use the CampLife App to communicate!
- Alcohol or Drugs
- Tobacco / E-cigarettes / Vape Pens
- Clothing with overtly political or sexual references or drug, alcohol, or tobacco promotion
- Books / Magazines / eReaders
- Shaving Cream You can bring it to shave, but don't bring it for pranks!
- Fireworks
- Gum