There are lots of things you should take for camp in America, and also things to leave behind! View our recommendations for the best things to pack and get prepared before departing...
Best Things to Pack
Presents from your Country
You are likely to be awarding children awards and it is nice / good for forming bonds to give presents for sports or activity events
Pictures from Home
The American staff and campers will be very keen to hear about and see pictures of your home town, friends, family and life
Laptop / Smart Phone
Great for keeping in touch, most camps have wifi.
Drinks
This might sound silly but in the States most drinks are either full or sugar or fizzy (minus water of course). Back in the UK we are very sued to going shopping and getting things like Ribena or Robinsons juices but there types of drinks are very difficult to get in the States.
Books / Kindle
You will get lots of free time to relax and nothing beats a good book to read.
Flip Flops / Comfy Trainers
You are going to do a lot of walking so a good pair of flip flops and trainers is essential.
Summer Clothes
You will need lots of shorts and t-shirts this is what you will be wearing all summer. You might also want to take a hoody.
Camera
If you don't have a smart phone you should definitely take a camera.
Journal
Keep track of what you got up to, then in years to come you will be able to look back and remember this incredible experience.
Money
You will get paid at camp but you should take exchange money before departing.
Backpack / Suitcase
Both will be fine depending on what you are planning to do. Most people take backpacks especially if you are planning to travel afterwards.
and finally...
Documents
Don't forget your passport, DS-19 form, medical insurance and any other relevant documents
Things to Leave at Home
Too Many Clothes
Don't over pack, there are so many cheap shops and outlets in the USA and you will have lots of time to buy new things.
Coat
It will be summer in the States and so there is no need to take heavy coats - it won't get that cold
Toiletries
Don't weigh your bag down with things you can buy on arrival.
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