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| March 21-29, 2009 |
| Sponsored by the Presbytery of Detroit |
Under the Auspices of Presbyterian Disaster Assistance Program
O Sleeping bag / pad
O Pillow
O Mosquito netting for cot (optional)
O Flat sheet (sometimes too hot to sleep in bag)
O Clothing (Washing facilities are unknown-please bring plenty)
O Cotton socks
O Heavy work shoes and tennis shoes
O Rubber boots (optional)
O Leather or heavy duty work gloves/ light cotton gloves
O Rain Gear
O Dust masks with odor protection (optional)
O Hat, visor, bandanna and / or sweatband
O T -shirts/casual or work shirts / (dress in layers)
O Light cotton underwear
O Jeans or cotton trousers, shorts
O Sleeping attire
O Warm jacket and clothes for night time (winter months)
O Long sleeve shirts (for bugs and additional safety)
O Safety glasses/goggles
O Knee pads (optional)
O Back brace (optional)
O Tool belt (optional)
O Carpenters crayon (optional)
Miscellaneous
O Bible
O Cards
O Travel clock / watch
O Fanny pack/backpack
O Spending money - $150-200 (for food on way down and back, New
Orleans, potential donations)
O Water bottle
O Sunglasses
O Earplugs
O Flashlight and extra batteries
O Plastic bins or bags (to keep clothes dry)
O Chargers for electronic equipment
O Small (flexible) insulated cooler for lunches
Personal Items
O Toothbrush/toothpaste
O Soap
O Towels/washcloths
O Wet wipes
O Travel clothesline
O Shower shoes/robe
O Razor/shaving cream (electricity may not be available)
O Sunscreen and burn relief lotion
O Deodorant
O Personal medication for length of stay
O Insect repellent
O Poison Ivy Lotion (optional)
O Cornstarch or powder for heat rash (optional)
O Neosporin and 1 % Hydro cortisone (optional)
O Benadryl (optional)
O Mess Kit. (Plate and Cup )
O Computer. WiFi is available no security in camp except in a private vehicle.
Please: If you wish to bring a radio/CD player/ipod, be sure to bring earphones.
Note: While there will be someone at the Volunteer Villages at all times, there will be no way to
secure items there. Please leave valuables at home and plan to keep personal valuables with you or
locked in vehicles.
Packing List