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Camp Champions packing list 2027

58 items from Camp Champions' own list (Texas), sorted into groups you can tick off. Where the camp sets a rule, it is shown with the item.

Source: Camp Champions Packing List (2 pages), 2027 list, read 2026-11-02. Camps change lists: check theirs before you pack.

Luggage: Trunk and duffle bag recommended.

Don't pack: 1 items on the camp's list

Buy these first

The items on Camp Champions' list that families most often buy new, with the camp's rule for each.

On the list × 1Trunk or footlockerCamp rule: Trunk and duffle bag recommended.See on Amazon
On the list × 1Duffel bagCamp rule: Trunk and duffle bag recommended.See on Amazon
On the listCowboy bootsCamp note: mandatory for campers taking horsebackSee on Amazon
On the listSleeping bagCamp note: for overnight trip; pack in duffle bagSee on Amazon
On the list × 1Sandals or aquasocksOn 10 of 10 camp lists we hold.See on Amazon

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Summer camp (recommended list) 58 items

Clothing 14

  • Underwear × 10
  • Socks × 10 pairs
  • Jeans/Pants × 3
  • Sweatshirt × 1
  • T-shirts × 10
  • Long-sleeved white t-shirt for sun protection × 1
  • Plain white T-shirt or polo × 1for vespers
  • Shorts × 6
  • Brimmed cap AND bandana × 1requiredOn 6 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
  • Casual outfit for dances/special events × 1
  • Pajamas/Sleepwear × 2
  • T-shirt and pair of shorts that can get trashed × 1
  • Costumes for theme dances
  • SunglassesoptionalOn 5 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon

Swim 3

  • Swim suits × 2note new girls' suit requirementsOn 9 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
  • Nose plugsOn 2 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
  • Swim gogglesoptionalOn 4 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon

Toiletries 9

Documents & meds 1

  • Extra pair of glasses or contact lenses

Footwear 4

  • Flip flops for showersOn 5 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
  • Tennis shoes × 2 pairOn 10 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
  • Sandals or aquasocks × 1On 10 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
  • Cowboy bootsmandatory for campers taking horsebackOn 4 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon

Bedding 9

Gear 10

  • Laundry bags with full name on outside × 2On 10 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
  • FlashlightOn 10 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
  • BatteriesOn 3 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
  • Water bottleOn 9 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
  • Tennis racketoptionalOn 5 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
  • Baseball gloveoptionalOn 4 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
  • Water gunoptional (listed as 'for self-defense')
  • Fishing poleoptionalOn 3 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
  • Disposable cameraoptional; no digital camerasOn 8 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
  • Battery operated fansoptional

Other 8

  • StationeryOn 10 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
  • StampsOn 10 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
  • Pens or pencilsOn 10 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
  • Ear plugsoptional
  • Playing cardsoptionalOn 4 of 10 camp lists we holdSee on Amazon
  • Booksoptional
  • Props/costumes for skitsoptional
  • Items to make your cabin more like homeoptional; photos of family, etc.

What trunk or duffel bag does Camp Champions allow?

Camp Champions' own list: Trunk and duffle bag recommended.

Camp trunk on Amazon

Does Camp Champions need a sleeping bag?

Yes: Camp Champions' list includes a sleeping bag (camp note: for overnight trip; pack in duffle bag).

Sleeping bag on Amazon

How should you label clothes for Camp Champions?

Camp Champions' own rule: Label all clothing and possessions with first initial and last name.

Name labels on Amazon

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Camp Champions' rules 6 rules and banned items

  • Luggage: Trunk and duffle bag recommended.
  • Labels: Label all clothing and possessions with first initial and last name.
  • Laundry: Laundry service washes each camper's clothing and linens once a week.
  • Label everything with first initial and last name (“Do not use just initials on clothes.”)
  • Recommended list only (“This is a recommended packing list only.”)

Don't pack

Digital cameras (disposable only)

Camp provides

Laundry service washing clothing and linens once a week

Good to know

  • The list is marked as a recommended list, not a required one.
  • Laundry: clothing and linens are washed once a week.

What Camp Champions asks that most camps don't

On this list, and on at most 2 of the 10 camp lists we hold.

Floss · Lotion · Lip ointment · Nose plugs · Ear plugs

More questions

What should campers not bring to Camp Champions?
Camp Champions' list says not to bring: Digital cameras (disposable only).
What does Camp Champions provide?
Camp Champions lists these as provided: Laundry service washing clothing and linens once a week.
Where does this list come from?
From Camp Champions' own published packing list (Camp Champions Packing List (2 pages)), read on 2026-11-02. Always check the camp's latest list before you pack.

What almost every camp list asks for, compared across 10 camps

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