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fun in the sun: summer camp necessities ☀️😎⛺️🧴
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rabecca clay
Some major essentials if you are a camp counselor! Or a parent sending their kiddo ☀️
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For the kiddos
For the camp counselors
For the kiddos
Here’s some things to send with your little ones! Or some things I use to keep the kiddos entertained as a summer camp counselor ☀️
Bubbles are a great way to entertain the kiddos
Bubble Machine
The kids love to make bracelets and it is a good way to keep them busy 💕
Easy Rubber Band Bracelet (Single Chain With 2 Fingers / no loom)
A beach towel is a must during summer Camp! This one turns into a little backpack for Convenience:)
Kids Towel Backpack - Green Zoo - FlapJackKids
Send your kiddos with goggles as there will probably be pool/water days!
Kids Swim Goggles - Target
Always make sure your kiddos have sunscreen :)
Banana Boat® Kids 100% Mineral Continuous Spray SPF 50
Send your kids with ice water daily
Kids Water Bottles – Thermos Brand
These are a must to keep the kids entertained for outside time
Sky Bounce Color Rubber Handballs
Send your kiddos with some eye protection just in case :)
Kid Sunglasses (Ages 3-6+)
A backpack with an extra change of clothes is always a good idea :)
Kids Backpacks & Toddler Backpacks | Pottery Barn Kids
For the camp counselors
Here are a bunch of things I recommend having at all times as a camp counselor! ☀️
Having a good stainless water bottle to keep your ice frozen and your drink cold is a MUST!
RTIC Outback Bottle: Leak-Proof, Insulated for All-Day Use
Keeping a first aid kit and extra bandages is the best idea because kiddos fall and scrape themselves constantly!
Welly - Target
Good things to keep in your backpack for when the kiddos scratch themselves/playing in the dirt!
BAND-AID ® Brand Antiseptic Cleansing Liquid To Go Spray
Hand sanitizer is a must, always!
Shop all products - Touchland
Belt bags are perfect to carry small necessities
Belt Bags - Lululemon
A good backpack to carry everything you need is a must
Multi-Compartment Backpack with Water Bottle
I love this sunscreen it smells great and I love a spray bottle
Original SPF 50 Sunscreen Spray - Sun Bum
These are a must during the summer months
Cliganic 10 Pack DEET-Free Mosquito Bands
A good hat is so essential to have during the summer
La Dodgers Dad Hat
These are good to wear over swimsuit as they dry fast
Athletic Shorts : All In Motion Activewear for Women - Target
A good pair of sunglasses is a summer staple and I love the pairs from quay
Shop All QUAY Women's Sunglasses - Affordable, On-Trend Frames
This is a good thing to have for field tips, etc
Amazon Best Sellers: Best Misting Fans
A good portable charger is a must have especially for long days and field trips!
Portable Charger
These and some dry snacks are always good to have in your backpack :)
Snack Containers
I like to have papers and a writing implement for downtime to keep the kids engaged
Notebook And Pen Set
