Parent Information

To help keep things smooth and comfortable for everyone, check-in will be staggered by last name:

• A-M: 2:00–3:00 PM 
• N-Z: 3:00–4:00 PM

Families are welcome to walk with their camper to the cabin and wait while they get settled in their new home for a week. (or two!)

Taking the Bus?

• Bus check-in: 11:30 AM at the Parkwood YMCA (2306 Haslett Road, East Lansing, MI 48823) 
• Bus departs around 12:00 PM 
• $30 each way – pre-registration required

We can’t wait to welcome you to camp!

For safety, only adults listed on the camper’s release form will be allowed to pick up, and photo ID is required. (Don’t forget to list yourself and at least one other person in case you can’t make it due to an emergency!)

• Camp Check-Out: Friday, 6:00–6:30 PM 
• Bus Check-Out: Friday, around 7:45 PM 

Thanks for helping us keep check-out safe and smooth!

For everyone’s safety, all medications (including inhalers and EpiPens) must: 

• Be in their original container with the prescription label 
• Clearly show your child’s name, doctor’s name, dosage, and instructions
• Include only enough for your camper’s stay 

All medications and vitamins must be turned in to the Health Officer at check-in. Medications are not allowed in cabins 

Emergency medications will be kept in a central location and brought along whenever campers leave the main camp area. 

Thanks for helping us keep camp safe and healthy!

Label everything!

Please make sure your camper’s belongings are clearly labeled — this helps us return misplaced items quickly.

For a two-week stay, adjust quantities as needed (especially clothing and toiletries).

Please leave valuables and irreplaceable items at home.
The YMCA is not responsible for lost or damaged personal items.

Clothing

• 4 pairs of shorts
• 2 pairs of jeans and/or pants
• 6 shirts (including 1–2 long-sleeved)
• Heavy sweater, sweatshirt, or jacket
• Pajamas
• Underwear & socks (extra for 2 weeks)
• Swimsuit
• Rain gear
• Flip-flops or sandals (for showers/pool)
• Closed-toe shoes (for daily activities)

Bedding & Toiletries

• Sleeping bag or comforter
• Twin sheet (to cover mattress)
• Pillow and pillowcase
• Bath towel & washcloth
• Beach towel
• Shower caddy or container for toiletries
• Toothbrush & toothpaste
• Shampoo, conditioner & soap
• Comb or brush
• Deodorant

Equipment

• Dirty laundry bag
• Bin, tote, or trunk (to keep belongings organized)
• Insect repellent
• Sunscreen
• Flashlight or headlamp
• Hat
• Daypack or small backpack
• Water bottle

Optional Items

• Camera
• Fishing pole & tackle (camp gear available too)
• Books or journals
• Pre-addressed envelopes & stamps (great for letters home!)
• White T-shirt for tie-dye
• Small fan
• Swim goggles

Items Not Permitted

These items will be held in the camp office if brought to camp:

• Cell phones
• Smart watches / Fitbits
• Personal music devices
• Tablets or video games
• Laser pointers
• Fireworks
• Food containing peanuts or tree nuts

Packing for camp is part of the fun! If you have questions, feel free to reach out — we’re here to help.