I know that this was something that I worried about like crazy. It was all for nothing but good luck trying to tell me that before I went. Some of this will be common sense but needs to be on the list.
Tent with good ventilation – footprint/tarp underneath
Sleeping pad Sleeping bag – I also had a sheet/liner and it was nice to have
Quite a few had hammocks and loved them
Tooth brush and tooth paste
Comb/brush and lots of hair ties
Body soap
Shampoo and conditioner
Nail file, clippers and cleaner
Baby wipes – sounds funny but SO handy
Towel
Mess kit – got a cheap one at Walmart
Eating utensils
Bowl and cup for hot beverages
Water Bottle – nonleaking!
Bible
Journal – if you don't journal your gonna want to start
Pens, pencils, colored pencils, markers – something to write with
Deck of cards
Frisbee
Music and ear buds
Short sleeved shirts/tank tops
Shorts
Underwear
Sports bras
Swimsuit
Socks – depending on what shoes you bring
A pair of long pants and long sleeve shirt – specially if you get cold easily
Rain coat
Footwear
Lots of options out there but think about the type of shoe you wear the most at home. If it is a sneaker then bring em. Flip flops? Sandals? Make sure they are comfortable and light. Bring tw pairs of shoes. I only brought my keens and wished I had another pair of sandals with me. Flip flops are nice for in the shower.
Day pack – remember your old school book bag, that's what I had worked fine
I look at this list and am amazed at how short it is but really that's it. If there is something you are thinking about bringing on the race take it to camp and try it out! Talk to others in your squad about things they are thinking about taking, but remember just because they are bringing something does mean you need to.
