MAKE SURE TO LABEL EVERYTHING We recommend packing items in a rolling carry-on suitcase or rolling duffle bag that is easy for the camper to manage. Our lodging facilities are designed with limited personal storage to acquaint students with space limitations on the International Space Station (Space Camp) and in barracks (Aviation Challenge).
- Government issued photo ID (Post Camp MSFC bus tours, USSRC Biergarten, Night Functions)
- Spending money for vending machines – $1 denominations
- Bug spray and sunscreen
- Toiletries: soap, deodorant, shampoo, toothpaste, toothbrush
- Towels (2) and washcloths
- Hair brush/comb
- Flip flops or shower shoes
- Sleepwear
- Casual clothes/active wear (see dress code)
- Due to the active nature of our water activities, for trainee safety and comfort, we require board-type swim shorts or shorts worn over swimsuits for all campers. One-piece swim suits are recommended for females. Female campers in two-piece suits will be asked to wear a t-shirt. Male campers should wear swim shorts and a t-shirt. Water shoes or sports sandals are recommended.*
- Climate appropriate outerwear (jacket/rain poncho)
- Socks and athletic shoes (closed-toe shoes)
- Zip lock bags for dirty clothes
- Lip balm for chapped or wind-burned lips
- Hat
- Portable charger and/or charger plugs and cords for mobile devices
What to leave at home… No outside food or beverages, portable music players, skates or roller shoes, hand-held computer games or other expensive items. We understand that you will miss your child while he or she is attending our program. However, we discourage visits while camp is in session so that your child may have a true “away-from-home” experience. We do encourage parents to attend graduation ceremonies and will make special arrangements for visitation as necessary.