Hanmer Springs Camp Packing list

HANMER SPRINGS CAMP Packing List

Please do not underestimate the importance of this camp list. The weather in Hanmer Springs can change in an instant.

Items such as Polypropylene, waterproof jackets and woollen jumpers, are put on the list for a VERY specific purpose. These items MUST be included in your child’s gear bag.

Absolutely ESSENTIAL -

• Warm sleeping bag
• Pillow
• PJ’s
• Toiletries
• Insect repellent
• Beach towel AND Bath towel
• Plate, cup, bowl and cutlery and a NAMED tea towel in a ROBUST carry bag please
• Bags for wet/dirty gear
• WATERPROOF raincoat
• Warm polar fleece or woollen jumper
• T-Shirts / sweatshirts
• Shorts / track pants (both are essential)
• Socks and underwear
• Thermals / Polypro  
• Togs
• WARM hat (Beanie)
• Sunhat
• Sunscreen / sunglasses
• Sneakers (recommend 2 pair)
• Torch
• Daypack with morning tea and lunch for Day 1 in lunch box.
• Water bottle
• HOME BAKING in a named container

OPTIONAL:

• Camera – NOT cell phones or iPods with cameras.

NOT REQUIRED and if found will be confiscated -

• Cell phones, iPods, devices, or any electronic games or toys
• Money
• Jewellery
• Pocket knives

Contact Phone Numbers during Camp

Hanmer Springs Forestry Camp – (03) 315 7202