Frequently Asked Questions

+ What are the driving directons?

From I-5

I-5 Head towards Tacoma
Exit 132, WA-16 West, 13.5 miles
Exit, Purdy Dr. NW/WA-302 W, 1.3 miles
Left, 302/Gig Harbor-Longbranch Hwy, 5. 3miles
Straight, Key Peninsula Hwy, 13.5 miles

Get onto I-5 headed towards Hwy 16, exit 132. Hwy 16 will take you through Tacoma and across the Narrows Bridge (there is a Toll when returning to Tacoma!) We are the fifth exit after the bridge. It is not numbered, watch for the sign! Purdy Dr. NW/WA-302. Signs will also indicate Purdy, Key Center, and Shelton. This exit will wrap you under the freeway and continue to a light where you will turn left on 302/Gig Harbor-Longbranch Hwy. You will immediately cross a narrow bridge leading onto a long spit of land. After five miles you'll come to another light. 302 heads off to the right, but you'll continue straight onto the Key Peninsula Hwy. From here you just keep coming! You'll go through Key Center, Home, and Longbranch! When you see a dead-end sign, you're almost there, our driveway and sign are on the left! If you go too far, the road just dead ends, come on back!

Address and GPS
Our physical and mailing address are: 8515 Key Peninsula Highway South Longbranch, WA 98351

Some GPS Systems won't want to pull that up, so you can always enter these coordinates: Latitude: 47.178906 Longitude: -122.757668

+ What is the mission of Sound View Camp?

Our mission is to offer a sacred place for all to experience God’s love, enjoy God’s creation, and explore God’s unique plan for our lives.

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In our summer camp programs we will...
- Strive to build a Christ-centered community for campers and staff where all feel welcome.
- Openly speak of Jesus’ love for all of us and His plan for each of us.
- Look for teachable moments in camp activities and gatherings backed up by Biblical truth,
- Pass on ways to honor God by taking good care of His creation.
With our family events we will...
- Offer a Christ-centered community for guests and staff where all feel welcome.
- Openly speak of Jesus’ love for all of us and His plan for each of us.
- Provide activities which encourage families playing and worshiping together in the out-of-doors.
- Pass on ways to honor God by taking good care of His creation.
When serving retreat groups we will ….
- Offer a Christ-centered community where all feel welcome.
- Be role models of inclusive, Christian behavior.
- Provide areas of camp, both wild and well-kept, for quiet reflection.
- Share our plan and practices for taking good care of His creation.
Students and teachers visiting for outdoor environmental education will experience...
- A talented staff with an attitude of joy for being caretakers of such a wonderful space. *Learning new skills for “Earth Care” which can be implemented in their own communities.
- Activities which encourage playing together in the out-of-doors.
- Areas of camp, both wild and well-kept, for quiet reflection.

+ Do we need to be Presbyterian or even Christian to come?

No - all are welcome. Sound View is owned and operated by the Olympia Presbytery which is part of the Presbyterian Church (USA). Discover More.

+ What is Sound View's Privacy of Information Policy?

INFORMATION GATHERED: We may collect contact information (address, phone numbers, email), birthdates, and information for payments. Such financial information may include credit card numbers, checking account information or electronic transfer information. For Sound View Camp purposes, we may collect medical/health information including prescriptions and diagnosis for campers. Medical and health information is kept on a strict need-to-know basis. We also take photographs of activities at the Camp and at Presbytery meetings. Any personal information collected by Presbytery of Olympia on any of its sites will be kept strictly in-house. Presbytery will not sell or provide this information to third parties, except as stated in this policy.

USE OF INFORMATION: We may use your information to contact you regarding activities of the Presbytery, and we may share it in any of the following ways: our mailing company (names and addresses only), Ultracamp (provides our registration software, collects all info), credit card processing company (contact and card information), e-check processing company, Sound Credit Union (information on checks), and specific vendors for certain activities, such as the rafting and parasail companies. Aggregated statistical information may also be shared with the Presbytery and the denomination for research purposes.

Photos of public Presbytery meetings may be posted on the website. Identifiable camper photos are not posted or shared without permission. No photos are sold or used for any commercial purpose other than promotion of Presbytery and Camp activities.

CHILDREN and YOUTH: If you are 18 years of age or younger, please be sure to ask your parents for permission before providing any information to us.

PARENTS: We hope that you and your children enjoy our web site. In communicating directly with minors over the Internet, we recognize the unique issues raised regarding the protection of your children’s privacy. The Children’s Advertising Review Unit (CARU), a section of The Better Business Bureau, has issued guidelines for web sites gathering information from minors. Presbytery of Olympia and Sound View Camp intend to comply with the CARU guidelines in order to protect your children and their privacy. We recommend, however, that you caution your children on the importance of scrutinizing sources and checking with you before revealing any personal information.

LINKS: The Olympia Presbytery and Sound View Camp websites may contain “links” to other sites. We make every effort to only link to sites that share our high standards of decency, fairness, and integrity. We try our best to ensure that these links are safe for kids and appropriate for our users in general. However, since we cannot guarantee the content of every site to which we are linked, kids should always check with an adult before linking to any new sites.

USE OF MATERIALS ON THIS WEB SITE: Please remember that the trademarks, service marks, graphics, text, and other properties appearing within this web site are the property of the Presbytery. Research information provided for downloading by visitors to our site may be used for personal or non-commercial use only. Otherwise, properties may not be copied, reproduced, republished, uploaded, posted, transmitted or distributed without the prior written consent of Presbytery of Olympia or Sound View Camp. Except as expressly provided above, nothing contained herein shall be construed as conferring any license or right under any copyright or other intellectual property right.

+ Do you have a WISH LIST?

We sure do! Check it out.

+ Do you have a camp store?

The store is the first building you encounter after driving through the gate. There, you check-in, check-out, view the latest schedule, get sports equipment, and get your questions answered and buy snacks, ice, and apparel. The outdoor movie theater is next to the store.

+ Can you accommodate special health needs?

We can always try. However, Sound View has big hills, few paved paths, and is very much a camp, and not a hotel - complete with camp critters, moisture, pollen, low-tde aromas, and old buildings. We can't guarantee that you won't see a mouse and we really don't like disposing of them. We have camp cats and farm animals. We serve simple camp food, food-service grade, and can usually create vegetarian and gluten-free options. Those with other dietary needs may need to bring their own food.

With this, it is up to potential guests and parents to determine if Sound View is a good fit.

FAQ - Family Campground

+ Can I book a tent site, cabin, or RV site online?

Of course! This is the best way and it is really easy. Here is the link to register online.

+ How long will "campground mode" go on?

In 2020, running the campground literally "saved" Sound View financially in the midst of the pandemic. We believe that this kind of family camping is here to stay. Howevever, as we restore some of the programs and groups upended by the pandemic, some sites will no longer be available.

+ What are your campground policies?

When you are reserving a site online, you will be asked to read and sign the current campground policies.

+ Check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is after 3:00 pm and check-out is noon. Those are the times that sites can be occupied/vacated.

+ Why are you not allowing dogs?

We like dogs. But, our site is an environmentally sensitive area with happy, visible deer, birds, sheep, goats, chickens, turkeys, barn cats, and alpacas to protect the flock. Our waterfront is particularly sensitive. We also have guests who may come to Sound View because we do not allow dogs. Perhaps they or their children are frightened by them.

+ Are you providing meals?

Yes. We serve weekend meals from April through October.

+ Are you offering the ropes course?

If we have the staff available, we open up the big jump, giant swing, or zip line for interested families for a per-person fee.

+ Some of the pictures show made-up beds. Does camp provide linens?

No. We felt that the pictures would be nicer if the beds were made up as if there were people in the cabin - instead of a bare mattress. Families renting cabins need to provide their own sleeping bags or linens.

+ What activities are you running?

Each day is different and it depends on the season, available funds, and available staff. For these reasons, we do not make promises that we can offer activities. From November through March, there will be no staff-led activities.

+ Tell me about the bathrooms?

We clean the bathrooms (showerhouses) and the portable bathrooms as needed. Guests staying in the Agape cabins, Lakewood, Fircrest, or Calvinwood are responsible for their own private bathroom. We expect families to pitch in and help keep the common bathrooms tidy in between staff cleanings.

+ What is your cancelation policy?

Campsites: We will return your payment minus a 3% ($10 minimum) service charge if you cancel FOURTEEN (14) or more days prior to your arrival date. If you cancel less than FOURTEEN (14) days in advance of your arrival date your full deposit is forfeited.

No Shows: Guests failing to contact us to cancel their reservation (with the required time, listed above) will be considered a no show and subject to the same cancellation policies.

We do not give refunds because of the weather. Camping is an outdoor experience.

+ Is there adequate space between campsites for good social distancing?

Yes. Our guests have been delighted in the way we have spaced out all of our sites. The RV sites are clustered around a large field and the tent sites are about 100 feet apart.

+ Does each campsite have a firepit?

Yes for campsites. Families staying in buildings usually share firepits. We know that time around a campfire for talking and cooking is very important.

+ Why is there a two-night minimum for some cabins?

We are a small staff and cleaning some popular buildings takes time.

+ Do I need to bring firewood?

If you have some, then bring it. However, we have lots of windfall around camp and "slash" from a recent timber harvest that we would love for you to scavange and burn. Bringing a small hatchet is useful. Kids also enjoy scrounging for firewood. Put them to work! We also sell firewood at the camp store.

+ Is there swimming?

We do not provide a lifeguard for swimming - only boating. As ours is a mildly sloping beach, kids can safely wade into the water up to their knees. Puget Sound is pretty cold even in the summer. We suggest that everyone wears a PFD (lifejacket) when wading.

+ Do I need to bring lifejackets (PFDs)?

We have PFDs at the waterfront for when we run boating. ALL MUST WEAR THEM. If you have your own then great! Your kids should wear them while playing in the water at the beach.

+ Internet and mobile?

Verizon works best. We have free Internet areas at the store, Shire cabins, Calvinwood Lodge and the dining hall porch for getting work (and schoolwork) done.

FAQ - Overnight Camp

+ What age does my child need to be to attend overnight camp?

Our 7-day overnight program is open to kids, ages 8 to 14. The f-day Mini Camp starts at age 6. After campers have completed 9th grade, there are options to participate in leadership development programs (LIT and Rover).

+ Do you have overnight camps available for kids younger than 8?

Yes. Check out our mini camops. Families with younger children are encouraged to come to the week-long family camp. While staying at Sound View, campground kids can participate in the resident camp programs to get a feel of what overnight camp is all about.

+ When is final payment due?

We expect all acounts to be paid in full two weeks before the session begins. Families can arrange a payment plan with the finance manager.

+ Why does overnight camp cost so much?

Actually, our rates are way less (nearly half) than that of other camps in the area. Do some research! We keep camp fees low with a smaller staff, numerous volunteers and little debt. Sound View is fully paid for. However, food, insurance, maintenance, inspections, staffing, and all the magic that goes with camp does have a steep pricetag.

+ Is there financial aid?

Sometimes we have some money available to help folks afford camp. The pandemic put Sound View in survival mode and very little was raised for camperships. We never give a full ride to camp as we try to stretch the funds to as many families as possible. We encourage families to register early to give plenty of time to raise the camp fee, and seek opportunities to have the camper earn their own way. Often, our local PC(USA) churches have money set aside to help involved kids go to camp.

+ What does ACA Accreditation mean?

The American Camp Association sets rigorous standards for overnight camps. These standards are disigned to keep kids safe and provide a meaningful experience when they are away from home. Sound View is proud to be fully accredited by the American Camp Association.

+ What does my child need to bring to camp?

THINGS TO BRING:

Camper’s medication in original containers. Must be given to the camp nurse.
TWO WATER BOTTLES
Sleeping Bag / Pillow / Pillowcase
Toothbrush / Toothpaste
Comb / Hairbrush
Shampoo (plastic bottle)
Soap and a container to keep it in
Towel (for shower)
Towel (for beach)
Sunscreen
Flashlight or headlamp
Extra batteries for flashlight or headlamp
Feminine hygiene products (if necessary)
Neckerchief (returning campers)
optional
Insect repellant
Bible
Pen, pencil, journal, or notebook
Envelopes (pre-addressed and pre-stamped)
Plastic garbage bag (to bring home wet things and dirty laundry)
Camera (cheap or disposable)
Musical instrument. (We LOVE ukuleles at Sound View!)

CLOTHING:

T-shirts
Shorts (preferably NOT lightweight cotton)
Long pants (some camp activities require them)
Underwear
Socks
Extra-Heavy shirt, sweater, or sweatshirt.
Rainy day gear
Swimsuit (Practical and functional for swimming, boating, and other beach activities)
Water shoes with thick bottoms (crucial for our waterfront, pier, and dock)
Sneakers or hiking shoes (many camp activities require them to be worn)
Warm Pajamas
Extra pair of shoes or sandals (you never know)
Shower sandals or an extra pair of water shoes

THINGS NOT TO BRING

New, nice, or fragile clothes
Fireworks or weapons of any kind
Personal sports equipment
Pets or any other animal
Valuables, jewelry, etc.
Money (all food, snacks, and t-shirts are included in the cost of camp)
Cell phones, electronics, music players, video game systems, etc. These are a big distraction and the staff WILL take them away and lock them up in the office. Take the challenge - be unplugged.
Alcohol or drugs (other than prescription)

PACKING TIPS
Make sure the camper is involved in the packing process, so they know what they have for the week and where it is packed! Write the camper's name name on everything. Remember comfortable and practical. New, fancy clothes will not remain that way during camp.

+ How do we prepare for camp?

Complete your child’s health history. This is easily done online. We cannot have your child in camp without this updated document.
Let your camper know what to expect. Not just the fun and games, but also the new relationships, a new appreciation of God and creation, and unique opportunities to learn and grow. It can be very significant if you let your child know that you trust them to be “on their own” at camp for a week, and are excited to hear about all they've learned and how they've grown when they return home!
Avoid anxiety. Emphasize the positive and pray with your camper. Our staff are well trained and prepared to make sure this is an awesome week for your camper.
Tell your friends. Sound View offers an amazing summer program. Share what we do with the hashtag: #soundviewcamp.

If Plans Should Change

If you discover you will be late, or have a change of plans, please text 253-884-9202. We aren't always able to answer phones during pickup and drop-off, but we'll be checking messages.
If Sound View has a reason to change the pick-up or drop-off time for any reason, we will call primary contacts first, followed by emergency contacts. We will supervise your camper until you can arrange to pick them up.

+ What can parents do when their child is at camp?

Pray for your camper! Pray for health, safety, and a lack of homesickness, but also for the counselors, staff, and other campers.
Write to your camper! Be sure to keep the focus off how much they are missed and all they are missing out on at home. Simple “I love you” messages are great!
Send a message to your camper. https://www.cognitoforms.com/SoundViewCampAndRetreatCenter/CamperMail
Visits and Calls. We generally discourage midweek visits and phone conversations with campers. Your camper is here to have a great time, and distractions like these can actually increase homesickness. If you have concerns, you can always call the camp office at 253-884-9202.
Homesickness. Homesickness is expected, and our staff is trained to respond with compassion. If your camper is having an unusually hard time, our first goal will be to assist your camper so that they can continue to have a great week. In extreme cases, we will call you for guidance.
Injuries: The staff will notify parents by phone of any injuries or illness which takes a camper “out of the action” for more than a few hours” and of course, for any illness or injury requiring outside medical attention.
Visitors. For the safety of our campers the staff is trained to be assertive in dealing with unexpected visitors. Please call ahead to avoid problems. If you do arrive unexpectedly, understand that staff are acting in your best interest and may feel the need to act firmly!

+ What happens on check-out day?

Promptness. Please be on-time for pickup to avoid that “forgotten” feeling! If you‛re a little early, allowing your camper to finish breakfast and good-byes is appreciated!
Checking Out. Please visit your camper's counselor, camp nurse, and camp director before taking them home. They need to know that each camper is going home with the right person.
Bring you Driver's License. The camp director will ask for your license or other photo ID. This is a safety measure to ensure that everyone is going to the right place with the right person.
This has been an exciting week, your child will probably be tired! Stories. Your camper will want to share their week with you. Encourage this and enjoy the stories! Listen and ask questions!
Parent Evaluation. After your camper's session is over, you will receive an email with an evaluation. Please fill this out! Be honest! We need to know how we did, and will use this information to improve our summer program. If you have pressing or specific concerns, please contact us directly.

FAQ - Outdoor Environmental Education (OEE)

+ How many people do I have to / can I bring?

Our program is staffed for up to 60 students (September to November, April to June). We can cook for up to 140 people, but additional classes would have to be taught by school staff/volunteers.

+ What housing is available at camp?

We have two heated lodges (Calvinwood and Fircrest/Lakewood) which can handle 66 students and chaperones. They are equipped with bathrooms/showers within. In May, June, September, and October, four heated Tent-Cabins can be used for up to 48 students and chaperons.
Calvinwood Floor Plan

Longhouse Floor Plan

+ Can we just come for a day?

Of course! We offer day trips from two to six hours. Camp may be one of the coolest and most educationally diverse field trips around. We would love to work with you to allow your students to participate in an OEE experience that works for your specific needs, schedule, and budget.

+ Do you do overnight camps?

Absolutely! We love hosting our resident groups and offer great food, evening activities, including wonderful campfires with s’mores.

+ How much does it cost?

Camp costs are based on how many students you bring and what lodging you are using.

+ Do you help with the planning?

Every step of the way! Planning is one of the biggest parts of what we do. Our goal is to streamline and simplify the process so our guests can enjoy their time with us. We are happy to come to you and run student and parent information meetings, in order to get everyone on the same page for a trip.

+ What about meals at camp- what are our options?

We have a full service dining hall that serves hot meals to many campers each year. For day trips, we also have space available for you to bring and eat your own lunch if you would prefer.

+ How do I book a date or see if a date is available?

Give us a call or email. Once you have your date and you have decided to come, we will send you a use agreement. You simply complete and return it with a small deposit to reserve your date.

+ Who will be working with our students?

We are a small, but talented staff with backgrounds in education or recreation and a commitment to working with children. All staff undergo extensive screening, including reference checks, interviews, and a national criminal background check before they are eligible for hire. Staff are trained to help children realize their fullest potential in a positive, experiential manner through a comprehensive training program.

+ Who provides healthcare for our trip?

Sound View staff are trained in first aid and CPR. However, the school/group has the primary responsibility to provide healthcare for students including first aid and dispensing of all medication. As we are in close proximity to nearby hospitals and urgent cares, we do not have an onsite nurse.

+ Where do we start?

Contact our Outdoor Environmental Education Director at oee@soundviewcamp.com to get started.

+ Planning an OEE Trip in more detail

Contact the camp in order to set dates. Sound View will send you a contract.
Sign contract and return it to Camp with deposit by the date written on contract.
Mail certificate of insurance to Camp, if not already on file.
Develop and carry out fundraisers (if necessary or needed)
Hold an informal meeting for students and parents. (Sound View staff members are happy to attend this at no charge)
Arrange for Transportation
Select teachers and chaperones for the trip (We recommend a 1 to 8; adult to student ratio)
Recruit or assign someone to be in charge of dispensing medicine (All Sound View staff are trained in first aid and CPR but cannot dispense medications to students)
Assign lodging, divide students into groups of around 15
Choose the classes and evening programs that you want for your trip.
Fill out the School Information Sheet.
Send all forms to the camp director
Hand out packing lists to students and chaperones.

+ What are some of the lessons that you offer?

Farm & Garden
- Farm Critters: Get to know the camp farm animals and their stories, their breeds, their needs, and how to care for them.
- Local Food 101: Students will participate in a lesson about the chain of production that it takes for our food to get to our plates, comparing an industrial food system to a local food… They will then participate in planting and harvesting products from the garden.
Field & Forest
- Miniature Forests: Discover the incredible world that most of us trample over without realizing: the miniature forests of mosses, liverworts, lichens, mushrooms, and the insects that live in them! We will learn about their importance for the healthy functioning of the forest, their incredible powers of absorption, and the ways they are used by animals and humans. This can be extended to two activity periods with an extra laboratory / arts and crafts session.
- Local Leaves: Students will participate in a nature walk through the Sound View property, learning the most iconic trees and plants of the Pacific Northwest. The class will cover the structure and importance of trees, as well as the difference between deciduous trees, broadleaf evergreens, and conifers. We will also learn about the ways that indigenous communities of the region used the various plants we see on our hike.
- Bird Watching is Way Cooler than it Sounds: Become a budding ornithologist as we learn about the resident and migratory birds that call Sound View their home. This class will be active, walking the grounds with binoculars and cameras as we search for birds in the forest, marsh, and sound. Students will learn to identify local birds by sight and sound.
- Ecosystem/Ecotones: Students will hike some of Sound View's trails to discover the activity that goes on when transitioning between biological communities.
Sand & Sound
- Welcome to the Tidal Zone: Students will explore the tidal zone, learning about saltwater macroinvertebrates, algae, and how they are connected with the rest of the living beings in the Puget Sound. This class will include time in our beach lab, using microscopes to further examine student discoveries.
- Driftwood Art: After learning about the forces of nature which create driftwood out of whatever lumber the sea receives, students will used items from nature and woodburners to create art from pieces of selected driftwood which they can take home.
- Canoeing and Water Safety** We love canoes because it requires two students to work together. We also like to send young people home from camp equipped with useful knowledge of how to keep themselves safe in watercraft as well as safe, simple skills to assist others in aquatic emergencies.
- The Grey Cliffs of Sound View: Discover how erosion has created our unique bay embankment. Discover natural clay.
Survive & Thrive
- Outdoor Cooking: After hiking into the woods, students will build a shelter, start a fire with flint and steel, and cook a simple meal. Introduces fire safe safety and survival skills.
- Orienteering: Students will learn to use an orienteering compass, read a map, and navigate our orienteering course. If time permits, they will play a round of compass disc golf.
- Challenge Course** Often, group initiatives (low ropes) elements are built into other lessons. However, schools can choose the challenge course as a stand-alone activity where students will learn to work together on challenges that often have an environmental education theme. This is a great choice in the fall when seeking students to bond for the school year.
- Predator-Prey Game: Students will take on the roles of various animals in a food web; they will embark on a journey to find food and water while trying to evade their predators. This high energy, active, outside simulation helps shed light on the predator and prey relationships found in nature.
- Archery: Students will learn how to correctly fire an arrow. Range safety is stressed.
- Shipwrecked: Washed ashore, along with old spars, bits of line, sails, and thankfully, dry matches. A storm is on its way. Can the students build a shelter and fire in time?

+ What recreation activities are available?

Zip Line
Capture the Flag
Disc Golf
Basketball
Ultimate Frisbee
Soccer
Canoeing
Giant Swing
Archery
Gaga Ball
Kickball
Dodgeball
Volleyball

+ What are some evening programs that are perfect for an OEE trip?

Campfire, songs and s'mores
Trivia Night
Bingo Night
Tie Dye
Scavenger Hunt
All Camp Game of Capture the Flag

+ What policies do we need to know about?

School staff is responsible for all student medication brought to camp, and use of the nurse’s station to lock the medication will be provided if requested.
Children must have adequate supervision while here at Camp Sound View based on your school’s policy. You should provide a minimum of 1:10 chaperone (18 or older) to camper ratio.
Enter other lodging areas only with permission of the adult chaperone. Camp Sound View is not responsible for any theft, loss, or damage of any personal property.
The use of alcohol and illegal drugs is strictly prohibited on Camp Sound View’ property.
NO GUNS, KNIVES, EXPLOSIVE MATERIALS, OR ANY OTHER PERSONAL WEAPONS ARE PERMITTED ON CAMP PREMISES.
All vehicles must be parked in designated parking areas only. All fire lanes need to be kept clear of any obstruction.
In the event of any damage or defacing of any building or property due to malicious intent or negligence, the school or group will be held responsible for the cost of repairs. A quote for repairs or replacement will be sent to the school with the final billing notice.
Quiet Hours are from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m.

+ What rules do the Sound View staff go over with the students?

Upon arrival, a Sound View staff member will greet your group, and a brief orientation will be held covering our rules. The staff member will discuss the basic guidelines of Camp Sound View with the group.

Respect The Camp Environment/Property
Stay on the trails.
Pick up trash and encourage others not to litter.
Please respect all plants and critters around camp. This is their home, and we are the visitors.
Take care of the buildings and property, do not bring food into the cabins/lodges, this will attract critters.
Care for Others
Listen when others are talking.
When an adult’s hand goes up, everyone should be quiet and listen.
Encourage each other. No put-downs.
Stay out of buildings without adult permission.
Keep out of other people’s rooms, lodges, and possessions.
Be Responsible for Yourself
Dress appropriately for activities.
Get enough sleep.
Be on time.
Clean up after yourself.
Stay with your group and an adult.
Be Honest

+ What do students need to bring to camp?

Everyday Clothing:
- Most of the activities at camp are going to happen outdoors so please do not send new clothing.
- Everything that comes to camp has the chance to get wet or dirty.
- Because of the amount of walking that the students will be doing, their shoes should be well fitting and sandals and flip flops are not recommended.
- You do not need to purchase any clothing for camp.
Lodging Items: *Camp Sound View will provide cabins/lodges with heat and comfortable beds for your students stay with us.
- They should bring their own bedding for the trip, either sleeping bag or sheets and blankets, and a pillow.
- They should also bring any toiletries that they will need for the trip (Towel, soap, shampoo, deodorant, toothbrush, toothpaste, etc.) *Miscellaneous Items: There are a many other items that you could send with the students that can enrich their trip, but none are necessary. Check with the teachers from the school in order to know the specifics, but some usual items are; a journal, pencils, disposable camera, book, flashlight, etc.
Spending Money: We do have a camp store on site that some of our school groups choose to visit. Most Items in the store are $30 or less. Check with your school to see if the students will be visiting the trading post.
Luggage:
- The students will be carrying their luggage to their lodging so they should try to keep their luggage to one container (suitcase, duffle bag, hiking backpack) for their clothing and toiletries and one container for their bedding.
- Garbage bags are great because for the most part, they are waterproof.
Rainy Day Clothing:
- Here at Camp Sound View we do most of our activities rain or shine, and being prepared for changes in the weather is important.
- Water-proof/resistant outer clothing, hats and shoes are a great addition to their suitcases.
Cold Weather Clothing:
- Just like for rain, outdoor activities are usually not cancelled for cold weather.
- The weather can change quickly here so it is important to be prepared just in case. Clothing that can be layered is great for those cold days.
- Gloves and warm hats are a must have for those cold months.

Suggested Clothing and Equipment List
Most of our classes are conducted outdoors, and proper clothing is essential for the students’ enjoyment of the experience. This is a basic list designed for a three day trip during any season. The list may require modifications based on the time of year and the length of the trip. Please bring warmer clothing (Winter coat, warm boots, wool / thermal socks, long underwear, gloves, and a hat) during the late Fall, or early Spring.

Very Important Items:

1 Raincoat
1 Winter Coat (mid-October to mid-May)
1 Sweatshirt
1 wool sweater or fleece jacket
1 hat (sun or warmth)
1 pair of waterproof boots
1 pair of comfortable broken in shoes (sneakers, hiking boots, etc.)
2 Shirts
2 pairs of jeans or long pants
2 sets of underwear
4 pairs of socks
1 pair of pajamas
1 towel
1 sleeping bag or blanket roll (2 sheets and comforter)
Pillow
Flashlight
Toiletries (soap, shampoo, deodorant, toothbrush, toothpaste)
Insect repellent (cream or lotion preferred)
Plastic bag for wet or dirty clothes
Sunscreen
Water bottle

Do NOT Bring the Following:

Food, Candy, or Gum
Lighters or matches
Knives or other weapons
Ipods, MP3 players Electronic Games
Cell Phones

Any items that the students bring to Sound View has the chance to be misplaced, lost, or broken. Please do not send the students with any brand new clothing for that reason. Sound View is not responsible for any lost, broken, or damaged property.

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