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We are all very, very excited for another year of fun adventures at Mt. Hood! Remember, this blog is the place to go to keep up with your child's whereabouts, and all the fun they are having. We update daily, usually with photos, so please check in everyday, or subscribe by submitting your email on the left side of the page.

Here is a copy of the "do not forget" list. We leave on Saturday, get packing!

What to bring and packing hints:

Keep it light and simple.  If you can't carry it yourself, don't pack it (the airline will charge for heavy bags or too many bags, you are allowed 2 checked bags each weighing 50 pounds, campers will be responsible for any extra charges).  You need a ski bag (which can be stuffed with clothes), one large cargo bag and one back pack.  Your back pack will be used as a carry-on bag.  This pack will serve as your camp back pack for the entire two weeks. Ski boots should be packed in your travel bags or carried on the plane.  Try not to duplicate your clothes, except for items like socks, underwear, t-shirts, shorts.  Please be reasonable and bring only what you can comfortably carry.  The weather in town is typically summer-like, so bring summer sport clothing for afternoon activities.  Ski clothing should be fairly lightweight and roomy enough to allow for extra layers underneath when necessary.  It is typically cold in the early morning up on the hill, like winter, but then warms up as the day progresses.  Keep in mind that we have laundry machines in each house so pack accordingly.

What to Bring:

1 pair GS skis and 1 pair of SL skis (you will be able to test ski and boots more info on this to come)

GS Suit
ski boots
poles (GS and SL)
ski helmet

Back Protector
SL gear (shin/face guards
back pack
water bottle (camel back)
sunglasses
goggles
sun block
lip balm
running shoes / (dryland workout clothes)
small tuning kit (file guide, file, stone, small amount of wax, scraper)
spring jacket
wind jacket
warm-ups
bathing suit
camera
spring gloves/2 pr.
towel - toiletries
fleece
sweatshirt
summer clothes
Tevas/Flip Flops

 Spending Money:

The only things you will need to spend money on are snacks, souvenirs, movies, ice cream, ski equipment you may want to buy...

Laptop computers; There is no need for campers to bring laptop computer including:

(I pads and the like)

Cell phone/computer policy;  We do allow campers to bring cell phones, but we will strictly monitor their use.  We believe athletes can the most out of their experience by using phones as little as possible.

Cell phones may not be used during any training activities, including ski training, dryland training or off day activities.  We will give athletes some time in the early evening to touch base with parents and friends

Phone Card:
We suggest that each camper have a phone card or calling card number.  Each house we are staying in has a phone and we do encourage campers to phone home,
however if they call direct we are charged a $15.00 service charge plus the call.  Please send your child prepared to call home at your expense.

Please feel free to call if you have any questions: 802-793-1745

 or e-mail us at ajulius@gmvs.org