Things to bring with you to the Conference:
Along with the necessities, remember to pack a sense of adventure and a good sense of humor. And be sure to bring “festive” clothes to wear for our banquet at the end of the week, and perhaps for the opening of the Art Gallery. Musical instruments are always welcome.
- warm sleeping bag or blankets
- twin sheets & pillow
- line, hangers, clothespins, sheets, linens, scarves & sarongs for beautifying and adding privacy to your bunk area
- Basic toiletries
- two towels (for showers and swimming – good to bring two as they dry slowly on rainy days)
- earplugs (statistically, snorers outnumber non-snorers 2:1)
- Rapid antigen COVID-19 tests (We ask you to test upon arrival and again 2-3 days after arrival)—please bring extras if you have them!
- High-quality masks (for respiratory illness, allergies, and brown-tail moth hairs)
- Hydrocortisone cream and other OTC care for itching and discomfort due to insects or plant contact
- A tick spoon or tweezers
- a variety of comfortable warm and cold weather clothes, warm coat, sweaters, layers
- A reusable mug for coffee/tea throughout the day
- festive clothing, for the art gallery opening gala and the banquet at the end of the week– get creative!
- bathing suit (it’s darn cold, but refreshing)
- hat (warm for evenings/ cold days)
- sunglasses
- yoga mat, yoga clothing
- good walking shoes + good dancing shoes
- umbrella, rain boots (nice to have on rainy days)
- notebook, journal, sketchbook
- Handcrafts flashlight & extra batteries
- sunscreen
- insect repellent
- a water bottle
- A reusable name tag
- musical instruments – drums! shakers! cow bells!
- gems you are ready to pass on for the Silent Auction (what beloved items are you ready to pass to a loving home?)
