Daily Packing list

  • Each Day Campers will need to dress for the weather, we love layering!

  • A Full Water Bottle

  • Second Set of Clothing

  • Snack

  • Lunch

  • Sunscreen/Bug spray

  • Rain Suit

  • Rain Boots

Clothing and Equipment

We believe that kids are washable! Please send your kiddos in clothing they can get dirty in, we want your children to be comfortable and have an enjoyable experience at Muddy Roots.

Sturdy Footwear: Closed-toe footwear with good traction is great for navigating the forest terrain safely. Boots with ankle support are recommended for added stability.

Winter Gear List

Keeping your camper cozy! Ideas of helpful winter layers

Base Layers ( Layer Right next to your child's skin)

What is does: Wicks Moisture

Materials to look for: Wool or Synthetic fabrics, such as polyester (NO COTTON)

The right fit: snug

Middle Layers (Goes over the base layers)

What is does: Insulates

Materials to look for: Wool, down, or fleece

The right fit: Close to the body without restraining movement

Outer Layer

What is does: Protects your child from rain, snow, and wind

Materials to look for: a waterproof jacket or shell; outerwear that's also breathable (such as those from Gore- Tex) is key if your child will be physically active; snow bibs or insulated bibs are good here. In cool, wet weather, a large roomy rain suit is really helpful

The right fit: Allows easy movement and has plenty of room for layers

Checklist for the winter

- Waterproof boots/shoes (insulated bogs are an amazing hybrid choice)

- Wool blend socks

- Warm hat/gloves

- Long johns

- Fleece or wool blend sweater

- Fleece or down vest

- Warm coat that can get dirty

- Quick dry pants or snow bibs

- snow bibs have been an awesome choice because they keep the explorer warm and cozy AND protected from the wet ground

- Raincoat

Polyester Fleece and wool blends are both AWESOME layering choices because they are soft and warm but also wick moisture away from the wearer. In general, PLEASE avoid sending your explorer wearing only cotton (even though cotton is the COZIEST indoors) because once cotton gets wet, it STAYS wet.