As a long-time camp mama, I’ve mastered how to pack. With the circumstances we’re facing this summer, I’ll be sending along a few extra items to help keep them safe and thought everyone could benefit from the reminder. Read on for the 5 unusual items you’ll need to send this year:

Masks

I’ll be sending six masks per child so that they don’t run short on laundry days. Our customers have loved the Mabel’s Labels masks, and so have I – but I’ve discovered some other beauties along the way. One brand I particularly find fun and effective come from Clippo. The company is owned by a woman I respect and her products are always of the highest standard.

Mask Strings

I’d rather not my kids be placing their masks on tables in the mess hall while they are eating. As such, I found some fun and practical mask strings so that my campers will have their masks around their necks at all times, which will keep the masks clean and easily accessible. My mask strings come from one of my fav young entrepreneurial mamas and vegan Influencer, Tory Halpin.

Hand Sanitizer

No one leaves home without this item these days, so don’t forget to also send it to camp! A fan fav in my books and mamas of little kids everywhere is the Hello Bello spray sanitizer. It’s cute, compact and easy for kids to spritz on their paws throughout the day.

Towels

This year, I want to be extra sure that my kids are using their own towels and not sharing among their camp friends. I’ll send each of my campers with two personalized Tallii Towels. The products are microfiber and dry super quickly – perfect for the camp environment!

Personalized Labels

Not only do I want all my kids’ belongings to return home after camp, I want to prevent germy mix-ups with their cabin mates and camp friends. Labeling all camper’s water bottles and gear has never been more important. Not sure what to get? Mabel’s Labels has camp label packs that were created with your camper in mind, whether they’re going to sleepaway camp or day camp!

Let’s cross our fingers and toes that kiddos can enjoy a little bit of normalcy this summer. It has certainly been a long time coming. Happy camping!

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Lunch Skins Reusable Snack Bags

I’m all about being environmentally friendly, creating very little waste and teaching my small humans to be the same way! This product helps with all of that.

Tip: If your camp requires a disposable option for a field trip, send a brown paper bag along instead of a plastic one.

Benadryl

Your little camper is going to be exposed to a lot of new things this summer – including possible reactions to plants, bugs and the environment. It’s important to be prepared for the unexpected, so I’m always sure to send along Benadryl’s topical and ingestible allergy products, just in case. It brings this mama peace of mind to know that my kids are covered when I’m not there, no matter what. 

Mabel’s Labels Waterproof Day Camp Label

Personalized, washable labels are a MUST-HAVE for day camp. You don’t want to lose all the wonderful supplies you’ve spent your hard earned money on and, believe me, the camp lost and found is a pit of disaster. Keep your kid’s stuff out of it by using durable labels that simply peel and stick to absolutely everything! All Mabel’s Labels camp label packs are also completely UV-resistant and waterproof, which is handy for all those items that will be left out in the sun or soaked in a pool.

Omie Life Lunch Box

Chances are your summer is not going to give you a break from packing lunches. But the good news is, these lunch boxes are cute, functional, reusable and they make every little camper want to embrace the litterless lunch!

Tip: These lunch boxes pair perfectly with the adorable new Lunch Box Labels from Mabel’s Labels!

SoYoung Lunch Bag

If you go the lunch bag option, SoYoung’s Lunch Bags are adorable, eco-friendly and most importantly: Machine washable!

Mabel’s Labels Mini Clothing Stamp

If you have a lot of clothing items that are going to camp, this is a quick and easy solution that only takes one press, with no mess. The Mini stamp is long lasting and laundry safe, so once you’ve stamped a name onto your kid’s clothing, you don’t have to think about it again! This is a must-have product for moms of camp-goers of any age!

MadeGood Snacks

When packing lunches for your kiddos, be aware of children with allergies at camp. MadeGood snacks are allergy safe, gluten-free, dairy-free, peanut and nut-free. They’re also healthy while still being delicious, I promise! There are a variety of flavours to pick from and they’re a great on-the-go snack for busy summer days.

What are some of your favourite camp must-haves? I hope your sweeties all have a wonderful camp experience this summer. And whenever you’re feeling guilty or sad about them being away, just remind yourself that they will be making fun memories and great friendships that will last a lifetime!

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