Colorado Overnight Camp Summer Prep
Pre-Camp Prep
Pre-Camp Checklist
Click this link and you will have everything you need by the time camp rolls around!
Now
- Log into your Sky Ranch Online Account to:
- Confirm your account is paid in full
- Complete your Medical History and Terms & Conditions
- Answer the Registration Questions
- Pre-Order Shirts, Skypacks, and Snack Packs
- Add funds to your Ranch Bank
- Purchase a Bunk1 bundle - instructions
- Upload a close-up photo of your camper
- Set up a doctor's appointment for your camper:
- The Physician's Form and Certificate of Immunization must be signed by a doctor. (School forms will not be accepted.)
- If your camper is missing immunizations, please click here for more information. The exemption form may be uploaded in addition to or in place of the immunization form.
- Use this step-by-step tutorial to scan and upload the forms to your camper's registration. Please do not submit a photo with your phone.
Two weeks before camp
- Check the Packing List
- Prepare Camper Mail & Care Packages
- Download the Bunk1 App - instructions
- Log in with your Sky Ranch username and password (no code needed)
- Turn notifications ON for important updates
- Upload your camper's photo and purchase a bundle through your Sky Ranch Online Account - NOT in the Bunk1 app
- Ensure your additional forms are complete.
- Quest Colorado: Physician's Form and Certificate of Immunization
- Sigma: Fill out all of the forms below:
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Sigma Junior |
Sigma Senior |
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Physician Form - print & upload |
Physician Form - print & upload |
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Certificate of Immunization - print and upload |
Certificate of Immunization - print and upload |
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Noah's Ark - online |
Noah's Ark - online |
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Food Bank of the Rockies - print & bring |
Golden Community Garden - print & bring |
One week before camp
- Plan night event outfits
- Camper Medication must be in a labeled prescription bottle
- Learn more about medication and health policies here
Day before camp
- Make sure you have everything ready to go (check the packing list again)
- Fill out and attach your camper's luggage tags
Day of camp
- Bring your Photo ID - it's required
- Don’t forget your camper mail/care packages
- Head to your favorite place on Earth! (Sky Ranch in Van, TX!)
During camp
- Send your camper bunk notes and view photos with the Bunk1 App.
- Expect to see a handful of photos of your camper throughout their time in Colorado. Check out our philosophy on Camper Photos for more info.
Packing List
What to Bring
Here are some awesome videos to help you understand how to pack for multiple weeks in Colorado!
Helpful Hints
Packing Tips:
- Label everything! Clearly mark your camper’s belongings with their name.
- One large duffel or suitcase (max 50 lbs), one sleeping bag, and one carry-on backpack. No trunks, please.
- Use ziplock bags to waterproof items.
- Don’t bring anything irreplaceable.
- Avoid strapless clothing, mini-skirts, or shirts with large cutouts. Shorts must be fingertip length (no rolling).
- Don’t buy new clothes—camp is messy, and we’ll get wet and dirty!
- Sigma Seniors: Pack warm clothes for the Top of the World hike and outdoor campout. Bring your "My Story" wood round from Sigma Jr.—we’ll provide a new one if needed.
- Quest Colorado: Pack bedding for a twin bed or a sleeping bag.
- Sigma Junior & Senior: Bring a sleeping bag rated to 30°F.
- Review the guidelines on Care Packages before sending. Pre-made SkyPacks are also available for purchase in your Sky Ranch Online Account.
- Daytime temps average 75°F; nights can drop to 30°F.
- Pack layers and warm clothes for mornings, evenings, and overnight events.
- No laundry service is available, so pack accordingly.
On the Bus:
- Bring a backpack for the ride.
- Sky Ranch provides meals during travel, but many campers like to have a little spending money for gas station stops.
- Ranch Bank funds are not accessible during travel.
Must-Haves:
- Bible, journal, pen
- Flashlight or headlamp
- Watch
- Water bottle (arrive with it full!)—hydration is key at altitude
- Toiletries (shampoo, toothpaste, etc.)
- Sunscreen & bug spray
- Two towels (one for showers, one for the river)
- Disposable camera (phones are not allowed)
- Stationery and stamps for letters home
Night Events
What is a night event and what does that mean for packing?
Make sure to watch the video to learn what night events are and see examples of costumes! Check out the awesome themed Night Events below!