Packing List


~ Campers and Staff can refer to this page when preparing for camp. ~

What to Bring-

* Are optional to bring.

Bedding:

  1. Sleeping Bag
  2.  Pillow & Pillow Case
  3. * You may also bring a small air mattress if you would like. (Size: 36" by 72" or smaller, unless you are sharing with someone. Then it can be a little bigger. Keep in mind that the cabins are not very large! Cots may be used as well.)
     Keep in mind that you are camping in large army tents. You will be sleeping on the dirt, and it does get cold at night.

Clothing:

  1. 1 - 2 Nightgowns (Nightgowns are preferable to stay in historical set-up.)
  2.  Everyday Clothes for arrival and departure days 
  3. Long Pants for hiking
  4. Layering Shirts for hiking
  5. Modest Bathing Suit (No bikinis)
  6.  Undergarments: Modern and Old Fashioned (Examples: bloomers, petticoats, camisoles, etc.)
  7.  Costumes of the time: (If you do not have costumes, please sign up to rent one when you register online.)
    1. 1 - 3 Pioneer Dresses
    2. 1 Bonnet or Straw Hat
    3. Walking Shoes 
  8.  Rain Coat and Warm Jacket
  9. Tennis Shoes for hiking
  10. *Cowboy Boots for horse riding
  11. Flip-flops for swimming and bathing

Toiletries:

  1. Tooth Paste
  2. Tooth Brush
  3. Washcloths
  4. Shampoo & Conditioner (You will get to bathe!)
  5. Hair Brush or Comb
  6. Bath Towel
  7. Swimming Towel

Others:

  1.  Bible and Pen
  2. Flashlight
  3. Water Bottle (SUPER important!) 
  4. Watch (For Staff) 
  5. *Any Instruments You Have 
  6. * Book (For early birds and rest periods.)
  7. *Healthy Snacks (Trail Mix, Granola Bars, Veggie Chips, Etc.)

What Not to Bring-
  1. Electronics of any sort (iPods, Cell Phones, MP3 Players, Computers, Etc.)
  2. Drugs
  3. Snacks Including Walnuts or Pecans (We have campers or staff that are allergic.)
  4. Unhealthy Snacks (Candy, Unclean Meat, Energy Drinks, or Pop, Etc.)
  5. Fireworks
  6. Weapons
  7. Jewelry
  8. Pets
  9. Expensive Cameras (You may bring cheap cameras. We just don't want them to get stolen or broken.)
Costumes-
         Here are pictures of the type of clothing that you will need to bring. They can be found online or at second hand stores. They do not have to look exactly like this, but they must be similar. If you would like to rent one of our costumes, there will be a fee that you will pay during registration. We suggest that since it would be cheaper for you to buy your own outfits, that you just bring your own. Please email the director if you need help covering the cost of the costumes. Having the right costumes should not be the reason you do not come!

Note: If you would like to rent a costume, you must do so while filling out your registration form, and email the director if you need help covering the cost.

Note: Your costumes do not have to look just like these examples. They just need to be similar. 
    You may also choose to bring accessories like shoes, shawls, underclothes, bonnets, and parasols. It is up to you what you will wear! You can choose your outfit to fit your personality. Just please do your best to match the time period.                        
The Oregon Trail
Pioneer Clothing:
     
Native American:
           

  

Make Your Own Costume!

Online Sewing Patterns

FREE online patterns!

Clothing Patterns You Can Purchase at Your Local Fabric Store:


Women’s Simplicity Patterns – 5041 & 5375
Men’s Simplicity Patterns – 5023 & 5035

Women’s Butterick Patterns – 4570 & 3992
Men’s Butterick Pattern – 3896

Women’s McCall Patterns – 3669 & 4548

The Historical Pattern Company: www.pastpatterns.com/1830.html
Various men’s and women’s patterns are shown on this website.


Women’s Simplicity Patterns
Women’s Butterick Patterns
Women’s McCall Patterns

Costume Descriptions:

Dresses:  Women’s basic dresses were floor length.  It could be plain or have many ruffles.  The sleeves were full, and long, with buttons or bands at the writs.  Necklines were usually high, with buttons up the front.  Fabrics were cotton in solid colors or small print.  Bright colors were popular (especially bright yellow)  Blouses and long skirts or jumpers could be used.

Aprons; The standard apron was six to twelve inches shorter than the skirt length.  It gathered at the waist and tied.  The  bib attached at the waist and was pinned to the dress bodice at the top two corners.  Hence, the name pinafore (Pinned at two of the four corners).  Daytime aprons were made of calico remnants.  Sunday aprons were made from white fabric and did not have a bib.   
             
                   Here's a pattern you can use:  http://handcart-trek.org/patterns/Aprons.pdf

Bonnets; Women wore bonnets whenever they were outside.  They were made of cotton with a deep stiffened brim and back ruffle to protect the neck.  They could be white, plain colors or a print.  Today, bonnets or straw hats for the girls are important, they need to have something they will wear to protect them from the sun.

Pantaloons were worn underneath the dress and were normally white.  Reached between knee and mid calf.  Could use scrubs or pajama pants hemmed shorter.  Wearing pantaloons helps maintain modesty in trekking situations.  Here's a pattern:  http://handcart-trek.org/patterns/Petticoats.pdf





Resources:

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