parent guide - Getting Ready

Clothing & Other Items

Camp Airy Packing Checklist

Camp Louise Packing Checklist

Use the enclosed clothing list as a guide. Camp is a good place to wear old clothing that will be outgrown by the time school reopens in the fall. You do not need everything on the list. For example, if you have a sleeping bag, then bring it. But don't buy one just for camp unless your child plans on using it for other events.

We do ask that you not send expensive equipment or toys to camp since we are not liable for loss or damage. Electronics like Game Boys or iPods can easily be damaged or misplaced.

Flip-flops, clogs, “Heelys” (sneakers with built in roller skates) and sandals without backs cannot be worn for any activity around camp (we have had too many foot injuries as a result of wearing such shoes).

Marking Clothing

In order to help eliminate the problem of lost and misplaced clothing, we recommend that all campers mark each item of clothing with his or her name. Use a good permanent marking pen or some other method which will not wash out or fall off.

As a convenience to you, we’ve arranged with the Best Name Tape Co. to provide either iron-on or sew-on name tapes at a very good price and varying quantities based on your needs. Prices do include shipping and handling. Name tapes are delivered in a timely manner. It is to your advantage to order your name tape labels as early as possible.

Visit Best Name Tape Co. to order labels.

Athletic Equipment

Camps Airy and Louise both have sufficient equipment for activities offered. However, your son or daughter may prefer to bring their own softball gloves, tennis racquets, tennis balls, etc. Be sure that these items are clearly labeled with your child's name.

If your camper is 12 or older and plans to do Skate Boarding or In Line Skating at the Skate Park, Mountain Boarding or Mountain Biking, they will be required to wear mandatory safety gear. Gear includes Helmet, Elbow Guards, Wrist Guards and Knee Pads. Skate Boarders can bring their own skate board or use Camp Airy's Boards. Personal Skates and Boards will be stored at the locked Skate Park storage room. No Skating or Boarding or Biking is permitted without wearing appropriate and approved safety equipment. Camp has sufficient safety equipment for all participants.

Luggage

Foot lockers (no higher than 12 inches tall), duffel bags, suitcases, and other luggage should be brought to camp with your child. If you wish to ship anything in advance, please use either UPS or a similar service.

Ship to:
(Daughter's Name)
Camp Louise
24959 Pen Mar Road
Cascade, MD 21719

(Son's Name)
Camp Airy
14938 Old Camp Airy Rd.
Thurmont, MD 21788

In addition to tags and labels on the outside, it is advisable to put some identification and a list inside luggage as well.

Laundry & Linens

PERSONAL LAUNDRY: Camp laundry will be done weekly. The weekly fee of three dollars for this service is included in the total price of the session. Any amount over this will be paid for by the camper from his or her camp bank account or by parents at checkout time. Although our laundry service staff is careful and experienced, the camps cannot take responsibility for lost or damaged clothing or other personal items. Again, proper marking is important.
BED LINENS: We furnish sheets, pillow cases, blankets and pillows. Some campers prefer to bring non-allergenic pillows and blankets. These are the camper’s responsibility. Towels and soap are not furnished.