Camp Packing List | Rocky River Ranch

PACKING LIST AND THEME DAYS

This is a suggested checklist for a one-week camper.

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We suggest packing in a trunk, small stacking plastic drawers, a suitcase, or duffel bag. Campers place their luggage under or at the foot of their bunk.

2024 Packing List

REQUIRED

Insulated Water bottle- at least 24oz (with camper’s name)
River shoes (not flip flops or crocs) that stay securely on feet with a backstrap or backpanel, e.g. old athletic shoes, “water shoes” with backstrap, etc.
Athletic shoes (1 pair)
Sunscreen
Pillow with pillowcase
Set of twin sheets
Blanket or comforter
Shorts (5-6 pairs)
T-shirts (6)
Hat/cap
Swimsuits (3-4, old ones are fine)
Socks (5 pairs), extra if in a horseback or equine class
Pajamas (2-3 pairs)
Undergarments
Shower towels (3)
Washcloths (2-3)
Toothbrush & toothpaste
Body wash/soap
Shampoo & conditioner
Detangler spray
Hairbrush or comb
Hair ties (long hair must be pulled back for Challengers, Horseback, and swimming in the pool)
Shower caddy
Feminine hygiene products and deodorant (if needed)
Swim towels (3)
Tote bag (for clothing changes between classes, e.g. swimming to horseback)
Flashlight (with extra batteries)
Laundry bag (with camper’s name on outside)
Leggings/jeans if in a horseback riding class

OPTIONAL/HIGHLY SUGGESTED

Favorite stuffed animal/blanket
Swim goggles
Pre-addressed, stamped envelopes
Disposable or inexpensive digital camera
Stationery, pens & pencils
Bug spray
Costume, musical instrument or props for the Talent Show
Theme Day outfits
Eye mask or ear plugs for sleeping
Light sweatshirt/jacket

Theme Days for 2024

These are optional, fun dress up days throughout the session. We encourage everyone to be creative and silly with your outfits, but please don't feel the need to buy lots of items. Hopefully you already have some fun things around the house she can use. We want these days to be fun and not stressful!

Sessions 1,4,6:

Go Green Monday: Got a green thumb? Wanna be a pickle? Are you the queen of recycling? Interpretation is up to you on this day of all things GREEN!

Wild Animal Wednesday: Wear your best wild animal costume - go all out to have the most fun ever with this wild theme!

Totally Hyped Thursday: We want to see head to toe team spirit on this day of COWPOKE (red and white) and WRANGLER (gold and black) spirit. *Note - new campers will find out their teams on the first night of their session.

Session 3:

Go Green Monday: Got a green thumb? Wanna be a pickle? Are you the queen of recycling? Interpretation is up to you on this day of all things GREEN!

Wild Animal Wednesday: Wear your best wild animal costume - go all out to have the most fun ever with this wild theme!

Fired Up Friday: We want to see head to toe team spirit on this day of COWPOKE (red and white) and WRANGLER (gold and black) spirit. *Note - new campers will find out their teams on the first night of their session.

Sessions 2 & 5:

Go Green Monday: Got a green thumb? Wanna be a pickle? Are you the queen of recycling? Interpretation is up to you on this day of all things GREEN!

Out of this World Wednesday: This space themed day allows for creativity as you dress “out of this world!” Maybe an astronaut, an alien, planets, stars or rockets. There’s no limit!

Fired Up Friday: We want to see head to toe team spirit on this day of COWPOKE (red and white) and WRANGLER (gold and black) spirit. *Note - new campers will find out their teams on the first night of their session.

Gold Medal Tuesday: If you were going to go for the gold, which event would it be in (swimming or basket weaving - real or made up, either one works)? Dress as an athlete, a medal, a country or anything else that helps celebrate the Olympics!

Wild Animal Wednesday: Wear your best wild animal costume - go all out to have the most fun ever with this wild theme!

Summer Camp Programs

The perfect summer is waiting for your daughter aged 5 to 14 at Rocky River— filled to the brim with new friendships, challenging activities and, most importantly, lots of fun! Check out our day camp and resident camp options.

Weekend Programs

In the hot summer months, we’re an all-girls camp, but the rest of the year, we offer year ‘round fun at our Great Escapes for women and Mother-Daughter weekends!

Event Rentals

Rocky River Ranch is the perfect solution for your special event! We host family reunions, church retreats, teacher work days, company picnics, Girl Scout groups, and more with lodging for up to 135 guests.

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I have said for years that RRR made me the person that I am today. Actually it wasn’t just RRR, but also the counselors that shaped my experiences and helped me be the best I could be. I learned to problem solve, lead others and to be a leader others wanted to follow. I learned to do my part and that I can do anything I decided to do. I learned to say 'I can' a lot more than 'I cannot.' I learned to co-exist with others which helps me to this day. As a young girl I learned what others around me now in their 30s still do not know. I learned to take care of and respect myself, respect others and the world around me.

‒ Hara Chasis Cootes Years at camp: 1978-1991

I had a wonderful experience of being a counselor at RRR 1960-61 and 1966-67. Those first 2 years I knew and loved both Mama Knolk and Jane. Later, I was there with Skeet and Sandy. I have great memories of all those special people and all the fun times at camp. I'm so glad the camp is still going strong!

‒ Mary Jane McDuffie Dillard Years at camp: 1960-61, 1966-67

I love Rocky River Ranch. It was a place I could go and feel accepted for the person I was — not the person I was expected to be. When we passed under that arch, the playing field was leveled and I was free to be myself, or even to reinvent myself! If I could ride, if I could swim, if I could do crafts or even if my only talent was spitting watermelon seeds, I was accepted!

‒ Britany Beever Just Years at camp: 1979-1984, 1987-1988

I would not be the person I have become today if it were not for Skeet and Sandy. One of the biggest lessons I ever learned in life was from Sandy — I fell off a horse and Sandy made me get right back on. I had no idea what impact that lesson would mean to my life, but I have to say it has become one of the most valuable.

‒ Beth Boykin Huddle Years at camp: 1976-1980

I would definitely not be the person I am today without the experience of camp. I remember being 7 years old and so excited about my first camp experience. I don't think I slept the entire night before leaving. When I arrived at camp it was the most wonderful place I had ever seen. Rue was my first counselor and she took the time to show me around and introduced me to the other girls. I was scared at first, but it did not last long. By the end of the first night camp already felt like a second home. By the end of my first two weeks I did not want to leave. Rocky River was a part of my life forever. In the end what I took away from camp was friendship, love, respect and confidence.

‒ Debbie Merian Polasek Years at camp: 1977-1987

My years at Rocky River were some of the most wonderful times in my life. My sister (Laura) and I still spend hours talking about our fun times there. We still remember our days of swimming in the river, riding horses and water skiing. I can't wait until my little girl can experience all the joy and fun I had as a child for herself.

‒ Debbie Merian Polasek Years at camp: 1976-1987

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