PACKING LIST REMEMBER TO LABEL EVERYTHING!

LUGGAGE 1 large duffel with TM16 Luggage Tag – 50 lb. limit; 62” total diameter (height/width/length) 1 large (to carry on the plane, for daily use on bus, and for an overnight stay) 1 large or mesh sports bag

In your backpack you’ll need: o Passport o Books, Magazines, Cards, Music o Medication o Snacks for the flight (no nuts, please) o Toothbrush and Toothpaste + other Toiletries* o Siddur (provided by Teen Mission) o Change of Clothes o Important Phone Numbers o Contact Lens Solution*, Case and Glasses o Money, Credit Card, ATM Card

*Please note that current airport security rules restrict the carry on of liquids to 3 oz. bottles. Any toiletries in liquid form should be placed in a separate 1 quart translucent bag.

In your you’ll need: shoes o 1 pair sturdy walking/hiking shoes (lightweight recommended) o 1 pair gym shoes o 1 pair Tevas or other secure water sandals (Closed heel – no flip flops are allowed during water and land hiking)

CLOT HING o 12-15 T-shirts including Teen Mission T-shirt (tank ALSO FOR GIRLS tops and sleeveless shirts not appropriate for o 1-2 outfit(s) for Shabbat: Dress or skirt and top hiking due to sunburn) o 1 outfit for religious sites: Dress or skirt and o 8 pairs of shorts top that covers elbows and knees o 2 pairs of long pants or jeans o 5 bras (at least one sports bra) o 15 pairs of underwear o tampons/pads o 15 pairs of socks ALSO FOR BOYS o 4 pairs of summer pajamas o 2 short-sleeved sport shirts for religious sites o 2 swimsuits (we recommend 1 older, one-piece and Shabbat (not t-shirts) suit for the Dead Sea and water hikes) o 1-2 pairs long-pants (dressier, i.e., khakis o 1 lightweight jacket or sweatshirt for religious sites and Shabbat) o 2 sun hats OTHER o Watch o Toiletry bag o Bandanas o Shampoo/conditioner o 2 (32 oz.) wide-mouth water bottles o Soap o Insect repellent o Toothbrush and toothpaste o home hospitality gift for the family o Shaving equipment (not fragile) o Extra pair of prescription glasses and/or • Bring unwrapped with a gift bag/tissue contact lenses paper, maximum $10 gift o Extra contact lens solution (very expensive • Suggestions: Michigan specialty item, in Israel) photo frame o o Power converter and adapter plug Sunblock (AT LEAST 30 spf) (2 prong, round) o Prescription medicine; If inhalers or EpiPens o 2 beach towels (light weight) are needed, please send 2 o o 1 laundry bag Copy of the two i.d. pages of passport (laminated and reduced to size) o Alarm clock (battery-operated) for identification o Camera with lots of memory space and extra o New or gently used English chapter or young batteries/charging cables adult book to donate to an Israeli school o Flashlight and extra batteries o Spending money (See “Currency” section of o Books Mission Handbook) which includes: o Kippah/yarmulke • Cash for airports and first few days • Balance on ATM debit card (counselors o Tissues will have passcode), a prepaid credit card

optional Things not to pack

o Anti-bacterial gel or wipes Linens and pillows o liner Luggage that is not easily carried o Nylon water bottle sleeve Expensive jewelry or other valuables o Ziploc heavy hiking boots o Journal Laptop or expensive electronics, phones, o 1 pair sunglasses internet-ready devices o Travel-size hand wash detergent o Additional religious articles if you own them (tallit; tefillin) You will receive color-coded luggage tags at your bus meeting. They must be attached to both your carry-on and duffel! REMEMBER TO LABEL EVERYTHING! Do not lock your bag or bring any sharp objects.

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