This is a preliminary list of items that will need to be brought to encampment by all cadet, cadet staff and senior members. We are still adjusting this list and will have it nailed down better once we have a better understanding of what resources will be available to us. This list was updated on 08 April 2007.

Upon arrival at encampment all cadets will have their entire gear searched by a senior staff member to make sure essential items are present and contraband items are confiscated. Medications will be collected and distributed by medical staff, but only with explicit, written instructions from parent for each item.

Uniform items

• 1 complete BDU uniform (2 recommended)
• 1 BDU cap (absolutely no ranger rolls or squadron hats)
• 1 pair combat boots
• 7 black/brown crew neck t-shirts (no designs/plain)
• 7 pairs wool socks for boots
• 1 BDU belt with black buckle and tip
• 2 sets of boot blousing bands
• 1 complete set of summer blues (no jacket)
• 1 pair of plain toe dress shoes
• 1 v-neck white t-shirt (minimum)
• 1 flight cap
• 1 blue belt (silver tip and buckle)
• 1 pair black dress socks (minimum)
• All CAP insignia, ribbons and nameplate

PT gear and civilian attire

• 2 pairs PT shorts (black or navy)
• 2 civilian shirts (conservative)
• 1 swimsuit (females, 1 piece, conservative)
• 1 pair sweatpants
• 7 pairs underwear
• 1 pair civilian shorts or pants
• 1 pair of tennis shoes
• 1 sweatshirt
• 3 brassieres (bras, female, minimum)
• 1 pair shower shoes/flip flops

Hygiene items

• Shaving kit
• Soap
• Shampoo
• Comb/brush
• Toothbrush and toothpaste
• Deodorant
• 2 bath towels
• 2 wash cloths
• Female hygiene items

Other equipment

• CAP ID card
• Encampment packet with completed forms (sent via mail prior to encampment)
• Sleeping bag with pillow
• Shoe shining kit
• Flashlight with extra batteries
• Bag for dirty clothes
• Canteen with cover
• Web belt for canteen
• Leather work gloves
• Sewing kit
• Insect repellent
• Sunscreen (SPF 15 or higher)
• Moleskin
• Pens, pencils, ruler and notebook with paper
• Band aids

Optional

• OTC pain remedies (aspirin, ibuprofen, controlled by medical officer)
• Iron and portable ironing board
• Compact camera (disposable type recommended)
• Cosmetics (female, conservative)
• 2 sports bras (female)
• 1 athletic supporter (males)
• Washing detergent (small amounts)
• CAP regulations (CAPM 39-1 Uniform Manual, etc)

Not allowed (will be confiscated on arrival)

• Radios, CD players, MP3 players, iPods, etc.
• Fans
• Cell phones
• Alarm clocks
• Food and drinks (of any kind)
• Knives (small scissors are fine)
• Tobacco products

-- JoeMorris - 14 Apr 2007