REGISTRATION
- You need to know your Family/Group name
- Picture or copy of COVID vaccination card/proof of vaccination
- Willingness to have fun! We are all first timers this year!!!
FOR THE COMMUNITY
- Your church/society’s banner
- Peek Prizes in a reusable bag (here’s a Peek at a game we playP
- Service Auction items
YOUR ROOM
- Sheets: Extra-long sized twin sheets (dorm sized-many have found that full-sized work too, just requires some extra tucking.),
- pillow cases and towels
- mattress pad or folded blanket folded over for comfort (optional)
- Pillows and blanket if you did not purchase the linen package.
- Hangers
- Bath mat
- Hand towels-California is a green campus, and no paper towels are provided in the dorm restrooms.
- Hand soap/sanitizer for your own restroom.
- Bug spray if you plan to be outdoors in the evenings (youth vespers is always outdoors at night if it’s not raining)
- Alarm clock
- Reading light/nightlight/clip-on light, etc
- Drying rack or line
- Extension cord/power strip, charging cables
- Flashlight
- Travel coffee mug with name
- Refillable water bottle with name
- Snacks or drinks for evenings and between meals (dorms have fridges and kitchenettes but no utensils/pots/pans/etc.)
- Cooler/ice-There is only one fridge per dorm (we have only 2 dorms), not per floor. We need to be mindful of space for those who have opted to eat breakfast in the dorm or those with wee ones. There is not a ton of fridge space. Please have items labeled. You are able to bring a small personal fridge.
- Phone, speakers, tablet, chargers
- Trash can or a bag to use for trash
- Antibacterial wipes/paper towels/TP (some will be provided, but…)/facial tissue.
- Laundry detergent, as it is free to do laundry at Cal U.
- All rooms are air conditioned, but a fan for white noise/air flow is nice for many.
CLOTHING
- Casual, comfortable clothing
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Costume for community dance (optional)
- Swimming apparel, including extra towels. There will be some water activities, including the amazing fountains!
- Rain gear/umbrella
- Masks (see COVID Protocols)
MONEY AND/OR CREDIT CARDS FOR
- Pub (NO BYOB AT PUB!)
- CERSI bookstore
- Cal U bookstore
- Note: There are ATMs available on campus
- Workshops requiring donations (it would be mentioned in the description)
- Scholarship activities/donations
EQUIPMENT
- Note-taking supplies/stationery/envelopes/stamps
- Lawn chairs
- Bikes/bike locks/helmets (MANDATORY FOR EVERYONE!) Lock it up! Best not to tempt fate
- Softball & glove/tennis balls and racquets/frisbees/basketball/other sports equipment
- Sewing/knitting/crafts, games/puzzles/kids’ toys
- Musical instruments/music stands/music for small ensembles
- Reading material
- Lightweight bag or daypack/backpack to carry water bottle, book, etc
- Your drum for the evening drumming circle
- Hammock if you want to “hang” out at the hammock village (posts available)
FOR FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN
- Extra clothes/snacks
- Outdoor toys, bikes with locks and helmets
- Baby tub (only showers available)
- Highchair or booster seat
- Nightlight with extension cord-this is probably a good idea for everyone!
- Room monitor
- Cots or air mattresses/pump/patch kit for children sleeping on the floor
- Don’t forget the special stuffy/jams/special blankie!