Tybee Trip "What to Bring Checklist"

As a reminder, here is a packing list as you prepare for our trip to Tybee Island Burton 4H Center, April 24-25.  Your child will have a wonderful, fun, learning experience regardless of the weather as long as he or she is prepared! **T-shirts and blue backpack coming home next week**

• Your Georgia Power blue backpack with your name on it – this is your “island bag”
• Books or quiet games for the bus, and pencil or pen (no electronics)
• Raincoat or rain gear
• Sweater, sweatshirt or jacket in case it gets cold
• Clothing: Bring 2 change of clothes, including those which can get wet and dirty; Make sure to save 1 set of dry clothes and dry shoes to wear home on bus. (Bathing suit may be worn under clothes on Day 1 for “Surf Sleuth” class if desired.) 
• Day 1: We will get wet & dirty. Wear our ORANGE t-shirt on Day 1 as we travel by bus to Tybee. Wear shoes for getting wet and dirty. We will change into dry clothes and shoes after these sessions.  
• Day 2: Wear our GREEN t-shirt on Day 2 and dry shoes.
• SHOES: (2 or 3 pairs) (No flip-flops except for use in the shower) - An old pair for getting wet and dirty – such as Chacos, Teva, Crocs with strap, or water sandals. Have a comfortable pair to keep dry
• Hat or ball cap
• Pajamas
• Bedding & Pillow (sheets and blanket or sleeping bag)
• Towels (bring at least 2)
• Toiletries - soap, toothbrush, washcloth, etc.
• Insect Repellent (Non-aerosol only)--for blue island bag
• Sunscreen (Non-aerosol only)--for blue island bag
• 2 large labeled plastic bags (for wet clothes)
• WATER BOTTLE WITH YOUR NAME ON IT --for blue island bag (They have refilling stations at Tybee.)
• Disposable camera if desired
• Baggies for shell collections
• Money for Canteen ($1 bills and quarters. We don’t give change except during official Canteen times)

What-NOT-to-Bring Checklist

• ANY electronic games or equipment                         
• Candy, gum or snacks
• Knives
• Fishing equipment
• Fireworks
• Flat irons or curling irons
• Expensive jewelry

IMPORTANT:

• Only bring 1 (one) suitcase, backpack or duffel bag
• Bring 1 sleeping bag or bed roll 
• Only bring old clothes suitable for outdoor use.  New clothes may be ruined!
• Label all your belongings 
• Remember: Multiple layers will keep you warmer than a single heavy layer. 
• Do not send valuables! Burton 4-H Center is not responsible for lost or stolen items.

We hold classes in rain or shine (only lightning brings us in)
so pack accordingly and be prepared.