Make sure you bring the essentials! That includes your Bible, a favorite writing utensil, toiletries, bedding for a twin bed, a nice blanket (it can get cold at night in the cabins!), a couple towels (at least one for swimming and one for bathing), and a good mixture of dressy clothes and clothes that you aren't afraid to get messy and sweaty in (it's going to be a HOT summer). 

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Keep in mind that staff are expected to follow the dress code, as laid out for our campers. These guidelines are established in order to maintain the intended atmosphere at Camp Grace.

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• Shorts must have, at minimum, a 5" inseam. (Men, this applies for your swim shorts, too.) Bicycle shorts must be worn underneath shorts with inseams less than 5". 

• Hole-y pants are permitted as long as the holes fall under the 5" inseam. 

• Leggings are not a substitute for pants. 

• Oversized shirts and hoodies are welcome! But it must be apparent that pants are being worn underneath. 

• No visible bra straps, cleavage, or underwear at any time.

• Shirts / tops must cover waist when arms are raised. 

• No strapless shirts / tops. 

• Workout and gym clothes should be reasonable (no cutoffs that reveal the torso, nothing too tight and form fitting, etc.)

  Guys — shirts must stay on at all times unless at the waterfront. For swimming, stick to trunks. (No speedos or other variants).

  Girls — swimsuits must be modest and not show separation between pieces. 

• Vulgar or offensive writing on clothing will not be tolerated. 

• Dresses must be knee length. A general rule of thumb: if you wouldn't wear it at grandma's church, don't wear it at camp!

• The expectation for dress code is elevated on Sundays and Fridays when campers are dropped off or picked up.

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Specific for staff, we ask that you maintain a professional atmosphere with how you dress. Also, on Sundays, it will be required that you wear your staff shirt so you can be set apart from those who work here and those who do not.

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Beyond this, camp staff are called to lead by example and set the standard for the campers. We ask that you be very intentional in the clothing that you choose to wear. As such, pack accordingly. Camp reserves the right to ask any staff member to change if it does not meet dress code or does not maintain the intended professional atmosphere. 

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"The Refuge" is a place to get snacks. We also have opened our new camp store with lots of camp merch. For your safety, we don't allow anyone to carry cash inside the cabins. During staff training we will talk you through how to add money to your store account. 

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It is also highly recommended that you bring some personal sunscreen and insect repellent. A water bottle is always a good idea, too. Junior and Senior staff will be required to keep their phones in a secure location outside of the cabins. This is a standard covered in our preventing abuse training. We will provide a place for you to store personal snacks and technology that you can use on your break. 

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Often times, you will hear people encourage you to pack light for different trips and such. This is not the time to pack light. Many of you will actually be staying in the same place for most of the summer, so settle in! Hang up lights and posters, bring your favorite books to display, and post some pictures of your family and friends on your wall. For senior counselors, find ways to personalize your cabin into a space that represents you. That is your cabin for eight weeks! Own it!

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Finally, get into character! This summer we will be solving the great mystery as detectives. We're still trying to figure out how we will divide everyone out, but keep this in mind as you prepare for summer! Pack clothes and props that can help integrate you further into our theme.

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