Camp Packing List | Rocky River Ranch

PACKING LIST AND THEME DAYS

This is a suggested checklist for a one-week camper.

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We suggest packing in a trunk, small stacking plastic drawers, a suitcase, or duffel bag. Campers place their luggage under or at the foot of their bunk.

2026 Packing List

REQUIRED

Insulated Water bottle- at least 24oz (with camper’s name)
River shoes (not flip flops or crocs) that stay securely on feet with a backstrap or backpanel, e.g. old athletic shoes, “water shoes” with backstrap, etc.
Athletic shoes (1 pair)
Sunscreen
Pillow with pillowcase
Set of twin sheets
Blanket or comforter
Shorts (5-6 pairs)
T-shirts (6)
Hat/cap
Swimsuits (3-4, old ones are fine)
Socks (5 pairs), extra if in a horseback or equine class
Pajamas (2-3 pairs)
Undergarments
Shower towels (3)
Washcloths (2-3)
Toothbrush & toothpaste
Body wash/soap
Shampoo & conditioner
Detangler spray
Hairbrush or comb
Hair ties (long hair must be pulled back for Challengers, Horseback, and swimming in the pool)
Shower caddy
Feminine hygiene products and deodorant (if needed)
Swim towels (3)
Tote bag or backpack (for clothing changes between classes, e.g. swimming to horseback)
Flashlight (with extra batteries)
Laundry bag (with camper’s name on outside)
Leggings/jeans if in a horseback riding class

OPTIONAL/HIGHLY SUGGESTED

Favorite stuffed animal/blanket
Swim goggles
Pre-addressed, stamped envelopes
Disposable or inexpensive digital camera
Stationery, pens & pencils
Bug spray
Costume, musical instrument or props for the Talent Show
Theme Day outfits
Eye mask or ear plugs for sleeping
Light sweatshirt/jacket

Theme Days for 2026

These are optional, fun dress up days throughout the session. We encourage everyone to be creative and silly with your outfits, but please don't feel the need to buy lots of items. Hopefully you already have some fun things around the house she can use. We want these days to be fun and not stressful!

Sessions 1,4 & 6

Cheese Day (Monday)! This day is dedicated to all things CHEESE! Whether you dress as a slice of pizza, a block of Swiss, a grilled cheese sandwich or a mouse looking for cheese, all cheesy things are welcome on this day!

Music Legends Wednesday: Are you a country girl like Dolly Parton? Do you love glitter and boas like Elton John? Do you have tons of friendship bracelets like Taylor Swift? Be iconic as you go all out to dress up as your favorite music legend!

The Team I Love Thursday: Deck out in your red & white OR your black & gold. Show your Cowpoke or Wrangler spirit from head to toe!!

Sessions 2 & 5

Too Sweet Thursday: We want to see all things sugary sweet as we transport into the world of Candyland! Think lollipops, cotton candy, licorice, and more!

So Much Spirit Saturday: Deck out in your red & white OR your black & gold. Show your Cowpoke or Wrangler spirit from your hair chalk to your face paint, from glitter to your team swag!!

Monochromatic Monday: Is your go to color pink? Or is it blue? Maybe it’s green? No right or wrong as you go all out and dress in one color from top to bottom - think same color from hair tie to socks!

Triple R Swag Thursday - How much Rocky River swag can you wear all at once? Hats, hair ties, socks, shorts, shirts, and any other camp merch you have. Dress head to toe in all your camp faves!

Session 3

So Much Spirit Saturday: Deck out in your red & white OR your black & gold. Show your Cowpoke or Wrangler spirit from your hair chalk to your face paint, from glitter to your team swag!!

Summer Camp Programs

The perfect summer is waiting for your daughter aged 5 to 14 at Rocky River— filled to the brim with new friendships, challenging activities and, most importantly, lots of fun! Check out our day camp and resident camp options.

Weekend Programs

In the hot summer months, we’re an all-girls camp, but the rest of the year, we offer year ‘round fun at our Great Escapes for women and Mother-Daughter weekends!

Event Rentals

Rocky River Ranch is the perfect solution for your special event! We host family reunions, church retreats, teacher work days, company picnics, Girl Scout groups, and more with lodging for up to 135 guests.

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Mama Knolk — what a wonderful and gentle lady. She always wanted the best for us and for us to be our best.

‒ Jeanette Brian Lawrence Years at camp: 1960s

I am grateful for the girls that Skeet, Sandy and Rue had as our counselors because of the character and leadership they taught me. I love them all. Many are my friends still and I cannot wait to see them again year after year. We are all grown, some mothers now, some in interesting careers, but all of us sharing one special thing in common -- outside of careers, husbands, family and schooling -- the RRR Spirit that endures in our everyday life.

‒ Brandi Mascione Roy Years at camp: 1978-1985

I honestly believe that I wouldn't be the same person if not for my many years at Rocky River, and each year that passes makes me more aware of the grace I found here and the gift of the chance to become one of the few ... a Rocky River girl. To the land of the triple R, I pledge my heart to you!

‒ Alyson Stringer Steakley Years at camp: '82-'89, 1993

Rocky River was a HUGE part of my childhood and I cherish all of the wonderful memories I have. Sandy, Skeet, Jim, Rue, Arthur — y'all were the best extended family a kid could ever ask for. My favorite cabin, Bar K, holds fond memories as well. The stories I have would take days to repeat and the friendships I made were oh so REAL!

‒ Kathy Hotz Thompson Years at camp: 1975-1987

I have said for years that RRR made me the person that I am today. Actually it wasn’t just RRR, but also the counselors that shaped my experiences and helped me be the best I could be. I learned to problem solve, lead others and to be a leader others wanted to follow. I learned to do my part and that I can do anything I decided to do. I learned to say 'I can' a lot more than 'I cannot.' I learned to co-exist with others which helps me to this day. As a young girl I learned what others around me now in their 30s still do not know. I learned to take care of and respect myself, respect others and the world around me.

‒ Hara Chasis Cootes Years at camp: 1978-1991

I am still amazed and in awe of the subtle and mysterious way that simple activities and experiences weave together to leave an indelible impression of love ... confidence ... appreciation. They seem so simple there in the moment ... the singing of camp songs, Friendship Circle at the end of an evening program, the Cowpoke/Wrangler drawing, saddling a horse for the first time, scooting down the rapids ... but each song, with each tug on the halter rope, with each stroke of the canoe oar, with each ring of "Goodnight, campers!" a new brush of color is being painted on her childhood experience. From those "colors" spring forth amazing women as evidenced by the many remarkable people that now call themselves Rocky River alumni.

‒ Alyson Stringer Steakley Years at camp: 1982-1989, 1993

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