Camp Matoaka Staff Packing CheckList
The weather in Maine varies from June through August. It could be hot, humid and sunny, or cool and rainy. So, be prepared. Layers!
You will receive 5 Matoaka shirts (t-shirts and tank tops), as well as a Matoaka sweatshirt. These must be worn everyday while you’re teaching at your activity, except on Wednesday and Sundays. You are welcome to wear any shorts you want. However, on the first day of camp, the last day of camp, Picture Days, Half Season Change Over Days, and whenever you are chaperoning campers out of camp, you must wear either white or beige shorts. Other than that, you can wear whatever you’re comfortable in (so long as it’s appropriate). Clothing Footwear Extras 5 assorted t-shirts 1 pair of shower baseball hats 2 white shirts sandals flashlight (required for Friday night 1 pair of rainboots/ Insect Repellent - No big logos) waterproof shoes (No aerosol cans) 1 pair of white shorts 2 sneakers Sun Screen No aerosol cans 2 tank tops 1 pair of flip flops ( ) 2 pairs of jeans Stationery and Stamps 7 pairs of shorts/ (camp does not have stamps) handheld fan with leggings whatever you ( batteries are comfortable teaching in) Bed & Bath 1 pair of beige (Khaki) Bedding is provided for all sunglasses shorts International Staff! water bottle 2 Blankets (1 comforter (required for uniform) Watch (not a smart watch) and 1 “throw” blanket) 2 sweatshirts Camera (Disposable or 2 sweatpants 1 fitted Cot sheet inexpensive-Cell phones are not allowed around camp 10 pairs of underwear Set (Top, Bottom, pillowcase) ) Costumes for themed 10 pairs of socks 1 pillow campfires and events warm sleep wear 2 washcloths Musical Instruments light sleep wear 1 shower organizer 1 fleece jacket 1 laundry bag 1 rain jacket or toiletries (All staff will be provided poncho with 1 clean shower towel Waterfront Clothes for time off each day plus a beach towel 5 One-piece Swimsuits for water activities) (required for waterfront staff) 1 One-piece Swimsuit Masks (required for all other staff) 10 Masks ((any style) Mesh bag for laundry