Camp Wanapitei, Temagami, Ontario | Forms

What Should I Bring?

The clothing and equipment that campers will need for their stay at Camp Wanapitei will depend on the program in which they are registered. Please choose the Clothing and Equipment list for your program:

Junior Camp (ADOBE PDF, 104 kb)

Temagami (ADOBE PDF, 107 kb)

Coureurs de Bois Two-Week Session (ADOBE PDF, 107 kb)

Coureurs de Bois One-Month Session (ADOBE PDF, 99 kb)

Pioneer Two-Week Session (ADOBE PDF, 101 kb)

Pioneer One-Month Session (ADOBE PDF, 100 kb)

Bay Tripper (ADOBE PDF, 103 kb)

River Adventure (ADOBE PDF, 101 kb)

Wilderness Leader in Training (ADOBE PDF, 104 kb)

Voyaguer I (ADOBE PDF, 103 kb)

Voyaguer II (ADOBE PDF, 36 kb)

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	Banquet and Chateau Reservation Form

Camping equipment is not cheap, but it is an important investment for the comfort and safety of the user. The following are some points for your consideration.

Label Your Belongings

At the end of every summer we end up with our own little equipment and clothing store, with a bunch of nameless items. Please be sure to mark everything that you send to camp. It is a good idea to have campers, bring a list of the items they bring to camp. The clothing and equipment lists have been designed for this purpose. Have your camper bring the lists with any necessary notes i.e. color, brand names, etc. in a Ziploc type plastic bag. This way it will be ready to use as a check list when campers are packing to go home.

Help raise funds for Camp Wanapitei's camper bursary with a purchase of labelling products from Stuck On You.

Personal Floatation Devices (PFD's)

When choosing a PFD, make sure it fits properly and that it is a government-approved vest style preserver. It is important that one is able to move freely and comfortably in it, to fit warm clothes underneath it, while at the same time making sure it is snug enough so that it does not slip off when in the water. It is a legal requirement that everyone have a whistle attached to his or her PFD. We also require a second whistle be on their person at all times.

Paddles

Paddles come in many shapes and styles, as long as it does the job, the rest is personal preference. For campers 14 and older we recommend bringing two paddles, at least one for white water. Paddles can be rented for $1/day upon request prior to camp.

Helmets

Helmets are required only for campers 14 and older who will be paddling in white water. There are many different types of whitewater helmets. There must be a snug fit and a good chin strap. A cycling helmet will not do. Helmets can be rented for $1/day upon request prior to camp.

Rain Suit

Your rain jacket must be waterproof. Breathable is highly recommended, though not imperative. Rain pants are usually worn during the day when raining and at night to keep dry while on the camp site if it is raining. Campers could conceivably be in their rain gear all day and evening depending on the weather. Breathability for the rain pants is recommended though not highly. Rubber rain paints are sufficient.

Sleeping Bags

Two prime considerations when choosing a sleeping bag are warmth and bulk. One wants a warm bag, but it must not be so bulky that it cannot fit in a stuff sac and then into a pack. A variety of synthetic materials such as Holofil, Polarguard, Thinsolite, etc., are moderately priced and effective when wet. One might want to consider a three-season bag for future versatility.

Sleeping Pads

A sleeping pad is for comfort and warmth. Closed cell foam, about ¼ inch thick, is good. Ensolite or Superlite pads are common and inexpensive. For added comfort, warmth, (and expense), one could purchase a Thermarest or Wolfmat Lite.

Backpack

While clothes are quickly grown out of at this age, a good backpack can last a long time. Invest in something sturdy rather than with many "bells and whistles". The backpack should be able to hold all of the items on the Essentials for Canoe Trip lists (sleeping bag and pad optional). This is around the 65 L range of pack. Size, durability, and comfort are the biggest priorities. Remember campers carry their personal packs on portages, it should be comfortable. Dry Bags and backpacks are normally measured in liters hence the 65L (liter) reference above.