Packing List
Robin Hood Camp recommends a minimum of 8 tops (t-shirts or polo), 5 pairs of shorts, 2 sweatshirts (hooded or crew), 2 pairs of sweatpants, 2 laundry bags, and 1 RH jacket. Laundry is done once a week, so campers need enough uniforms for seven days.
We suggest packing in a large, soft-sided duffle bag.
NOTE: Personalized Name Labels and Name Label Application Service are required for international campers and for all orders shipped to camp.
Personalized Name Labels 1 required for non-U.S. campers or orders shipped to camp
Name Label Application Service 1 required for non-U.S campers or orders shipped to camp
RH Shorts (Boys Shorts)/(Girls Running Shorts) 5 required
RH T-shirts or Polos 6-8 total required
RH Jacket (Adult Jacket)/(Youth Jacket) 1 required
RH Hooded Sweatshirt or RH Crew Sweatshirt 2 total required
RH Green Sweatpants 2 required
Rain Jacket 1 (green) required. Rain days can be common at camp. Most campers prefer to bring a lightweight, water resistant rain jacket to wear over a sweatshirt.
Laundry Bags 2 required UNLESS you purchased two in previous years that are in good condition (eg, the camper name is legible) and you plan to use them again.
Water shoes 1pr required. Neoprene, slip-on shoes such as pictured below. No "Crocs" or "Tevas".
Camp Shoes/Sneakers 2 pr required, 3 pr (total) recommended
Refillable Water Bottles 2 required
2 oz. Hand Sanitizer 1 required
Day Backpack 1 required
Jeans 2 recommended
Underwear 14 recommended
White Athletic Socks 14 pr recommended
Pajamas 3 recommended
Bathrobe 1 recommended
Slippers 1pr recommended
Swimsuit 3 recommended. (Full coverage bottoms required for females with strict enforcement.)
Swim Shirt 1 highly recommended
Waterproof Boots 1 pair required. Rain days can be common at camp. Most girl campers like to wear a pair of rainboots on rainy days and most boy campers prefer a pair of waterproof hiking boots.
Sunblock*
Riding Helmet and Boots**
Insect Repellent*
Toiletries*
Bedding*** As a courtesy, we offer a bedding rental service consisting of one pillow, two pillowcases, two sets of sheets, three blankets, four towels, and one trunk for $200. This service is optional.
Campers are welcome to bring their own bedding; however, we ask that you please mark personal bedding clearly with the camper’s name. All campers use standard-size (30 x 16 x 16 inches; 76 x 40 x 40 cm) trunks as their summer bureau, and they may not live out of suitcases. You can rent a trunk only from Robin Hood for $25.
Bedding and trunk rental preferences are selected on Excursions, Activities and Spending Permission (Form 5).
Mosquito Netting 1 recommended. If your camper is susceptible to mosquitoes, we recommend the purchase of a mosquito net. The counselors help set up the net in the cabin.
Sturdy Flashlight 1 recommended
Camera/Film* No phone cameras: inexpensive digital or disposable only.
Reading books Paper only: no electronic devices.
Stationery
Tennis Racket** 1 recommended if your camper will play competitive tennis.
Baseball Glove**
Wetsuit** 1 required for campers who are aggressive waterskiiers or wakeboarders (e.g, barefooting, flips, tricks).
Life jacket** 1 recommended
Soccer Cleats (1 pr), Shin Guards (1 pr) and Long Socks (3 pr). Required if your camper will play competitive Soccer.
Sleeping Bag***
Large Duffle Bag 1 recommended. We suggest packing in a large, soft-sided duffle bag.
One or two sets of regular clothing to wear for the Friday Night Dance and “free dress” days.
NOTES:We require all campers to arrive with a small backpack a water bottle with name clearly marked, insect repellent, sunscreen, a towel, bathing suit comb or hairbrush, bathing suit, and extra nametags. All items must be clearly marked with the camper’s names.
*Can purchased at Camp Store while at camp.
**Camp does provide baseball gloves, lacrosse sticks, tennis rackets, riding helmets and other equipment without charge. Do send camper’s own equipment—clearly marked—if you prefer. Riding boots are recommended for children wishing to participate in our Riding program. Wetsuits are required for campers who are aggressive water-skiers and they are not provided at camp.
***Can be rented