PACKING LIST
SAMPLE PACKING LIST
We recommend writing your last name on/inside all of your items to prevent them from getting lost or confused with someone else's. You will be living in close quarters, so there is no room for extra gear. Except for your sleeping bag, you must be able to fit all your gear in a duffle bag roughly 36” x 14".
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Below is a sample packing list. You will receive the one specifically for your adventure when you register.
ESSENTIALS
Clothes
*tasteful logos only
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2 pairs of non-marking, closed-toed shoes (that can get wet and dirty)
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Sun hat
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Sunglasses (with strap holder is recommended for climbing aloft)
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Warm hat
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Warm jacket/sweaters/hoodie (preferably wool as they retain heat even when wet) (2-3 for longer voyages)
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Rain jacket
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Rain pants
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Windbreaker
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Swimsuit (2 for longer voyages)
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2 pairs of shorts (4-5 for longer voyages)
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2 pairs of pants (3-4 for longer voyages)
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4-5 shirts (6-7 for longer voyages)
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PJ's (2 sets for longer voyages)
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Socks and underwear for each day (at least 7 for longer voyages)
Items
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Sleeping Bag or bed sheets
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Rigging Knife (suggested brand: Davis Deluxe Knife)
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Pillow
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Water Bottle (not glass)
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Preferably a plastic mess kit with a bag for it (plate, bowl, cup, utensils)
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Flashlight with a red light
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Sunscreen (no aerosols)
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Pencils and Notepad (for note-taking)
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Bytown Brigantine’s Sail Training Log Book (for returning trainees)
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Wristwatch (waterproof)
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Biodegradable soap and shampoo
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Toothbrush and toothpaste
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Hairbrush
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Deodorant!!
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Medications and/or EpiPen (minimum of 2 EpiPens)
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Towel
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Laundry bag
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Money for shore leave and laundry
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Glasses case
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A small bag or backpack for shore leave
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Passport (if required for your voyage)
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Copy of health insurance coverage for traveling in the US for all camps/voyages where a passport is required
OPTIONAL BUT RECOMMENDED
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Camera
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Cellphone and charger (all electronics will be stored with the Captain and are returned to the trainees for shore leave)
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A small musical instrument (ask us if you think it might be too big)
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Reading material (novels)
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Dryer sheets to place amongst clothes to make them smell fresh
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A set of smart clothes for shore leave.
WHAT NOT TO BRING
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Electronics other than a phone/camera
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Makeup
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Valuable jewelry
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No food/snacks (meals are nutritious/diet needs included)
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Recreational drugs
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E-cigarettes and tobacco
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Fireworks
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Weapons
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Alcohol
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A suitcase (use a duffle bag)
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Aerosol
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WHAT TALL SHIPS ADVENTURE WILL PROVIDE
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A Great adventure and amazing memories!
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Tall Ships Adventure T-Shirt
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Log Book (for new trainees only)