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Packing List

What to bring for camp.

This list is written for the two-week session. Short-session campers only need enough clothing for one week.

Download 2026 packing PDF

Important notes

  • ·Label your child’s full name on all items, either with labels or laundry markers.
  • ·Weather at camp varies and may be chilly at times, so pack accordingly.
  • ·Laundry service will not be offered this year, except once during the session for campers flying from out of town.
  • ·Pack in proper luggage: suitcases, backpacks, or duffel bags marked with the camper’s first and last name.
  • ·Plastic garbage bags in place of proper luggage are strongly discouraged.
  • ·SAC is not responsible for lost belongings.

Mandatory items

Boys

  • 3-5 kippot
  • Tefillin for Bar Mitzvah age and older, in a protective case or zip pouch
  • Talit optional depending on family custom, in a protective case or pouch
  • 2-4 Shabbat outfits: khaki-type pants and collared shirts

Girls

  • 2-4 Shabbat outfits: skirts or dresses

All campers

  • 1-2 water bottles with name marked clearly
  • 1-2 hats
  • Sunscreen and bug repellent

Bedding, towels & gear

  • Sleeping bag, ideally in a protective sack, jumbo Ziploc, or plastic bag
  • Blanket that fits a twin bunk; camp can get chilly at night
  • 2 fitted sheets, twin size
  • 2 pillow cases
  • 1 pillow, packed in luggage or enclosed in a protective bag
  • 4 large towels: 2 shower and 2 pool
  • 1-2 face or hand towels
  • Flashlight and extra batteries
  • Backpack for field trips and the overnight

Toiletries & swim

  • Toiletries: soap, shampoo, toothbrush, toothpaste, hairbrush, deodorant
  • Portable plastic shower caddy for toiletries
  • 2-3 swimsuits
  • Water shoes or flip flops
  • Swim goggles
  • 1 bathrobe, optional for walking to and from showers

General items

  • Large laundry bag labeled with camper's name
  • 18 pairs of underwear
  • 20 pairs of socks
  • 6 shorts
  • 6-10 jeans, pants, sweatpants, or casual skirts
  • 16 T-shirts
  • 3 sweatshirts or sweaters
  • 1 light-to-medium jacket with hood
  • 4-5 pairs pajamas
  • 1 pair walking shoes; sneakers are fine
  • Hiking shoes, optional but recommended for hikes and long walks
  • Israeli swag, shirts, or hat for Israel Day
  • Inexpensive or disposable camera
  • Books or magazines; pre-loved books may be donated to the SAC Lending Library
  • Water toys or squirt guns
  • Self-addressed stamped envelopes
  • Letter writing supplies: pens, paper, envelopes, stamps
  • Musical instruments, optional

Dress code

Boys

  • ·T-shirts or long sleeve shirts
  • ·Kippah or baseball hat worn at all times
  • ·Pants or shorts
  • ·For Shabbat, include a nicer shirt and pants, such as button down or polo and khakis or slacks
  • ·Tank tops are not permitted
  • ·Sports jerseys without sleeves are permitted during sports only

Girls

  • ·Short sleeve or long sleeve shirts that cover the shoulder and do not show cleavage
  • ·Skirts and shorts approaching the knee
  • ·Jeans, sweatpants, and shorts that approach the knee
  • ·For Shabbat, include a skirt or dress knee length or longer, covering shoulders, and not revealing
  • ·Tank tops and cap sleeves are not permitted
  • ·Mini skirts and short shorts are not permitted

All campers

  • ·Language and images on clothing must be appropriate.
  • ·Clothing with inappropriate language will be held by staff and returned on the last day of camp.