Summer Camp Dress Code

Apart from the few guidelines below, we do not have a dress code. 

A culture of modesty has developed at Camp Deerpark and if someone pushes the edges of what is appropriate, a peer will usually speak on it.  As you choose clothing, your goal should be to honor God with your body.   If you are completely unfamiliar with what is worn at Camp Deerpark, look through our pictures on Facebook.

Specific guidelines:

  1. Guys must wear shirts even if they are at the pool. Tang tops are acceptable at the pool and while playing a sport.
  2.  Wear your PJs at night, not during the day (unless its part of a wacky Wednesday outfit.)
  3.  Ladies; no two piece bathing suits

Packing List

What to Bring

Water bottle                                                         -Insect repellent

-Swimsuit (something modest)                           -Sweater or Jacket

-Flashlight                                                           -Bible and notebook

-Towel                                                                 -Shoes for hiking

-Sleeping bag for campouts                                 -Sheets (if you don’t have a sleeping bag)

-Pillowcase                                                          -Alarm clock

-Old sneakers, sandals, or water shoes for rafting (must have a heal strap, flip-flops are not acceptable)

-Other clothing (you will want functional clothing)

What not to bring

-Expensive Jewelry                                       -Gaming systems (game boy, PSP,x-box…)

-Expensive electronics                                  Movies/DVD players

-Pets

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