GETTING READY FOR WOMAN CAMP
Whether you camp every weekend or have never touched a tent in your life, you’ll fit right in here.
Woman Camp is full of women trying new things, figuring it out as they go, laughing at themselves a little, and doing camp together.By the end of the weekend, most of them are already planning next year.
CAMP LOCATION
420 Neville-Penn Schoolhouse Road. Neville (Felicity), OH 45120
COMMUNICATIONS AND EMERGENCIES
Woman Camp is mostly off the grid, and honestly, that’s part of what makes it special. Cell service is limited and most women end up barely touching their phones all weekend. We encourage everyone to unplug as much as possible and settle fully into camp.That said, we’ll have emergency communication systems in place throughout the weekend.
If there’s an emergency at home: Before camp, we’ll send you an emergency contact number to share with family or anyone who may need to reach you.
If there’s an emergency at camp: We’ll have a volunteer medic team on site all weekend. If additional medical care is needed, we’ll help coordinate transportation and next steps.
A few weeks before camp, your Campsite Host will reach out and get your group connected. She’ll help with things like shared gear, campsite planning, carpooling, and all the random questions that come up before camp weekend. By the time you arrive at Base Camp, you’ll already know a few names and feel a whole lot less nervous.
WHAT TO PACK
Here’s a list of what to bring (and what you can leave at home). Borrowing gear is basically a Woman Camp tradition, so don’t feel like you need to buy a bunch of brand-new camping stuff to come. And pack for camp, not for Instagram. No one’s out here trying to impress anybody.
PACK SMART
Most campsites can park up to 3 cars nearby, which makes unloading gear pretty simple.Camp is still spread across rolling hills and uneven ground, so pack with a little intention. Bring what you need, but keep it manageable enough to move around your campsite comfortably.Comfortable shoes help. So does not overpacking.
CLOTHING
September at camp can still feel a lot like summer during the day and cool off once the sun goes down, so layers are your friend. Bring clothes you can move around in, comfortable closed-toe shoes for the woods, and something warm for late nights around the fire. A rain layer is always a good idea, too. And if you think there’s even a chance you’ll want to hit the water slide, throw a swimsuit in your bag.
TOILETRIES
Bring whatever helps you feel human for a weekend outside. Wet wipes are a solid move. Toothbrushes, skincare, makeup, dry shampoo, and all your favorite camp survival products are completely up to you. We’ll have porta-potties and handwashing stations throughout camp, but no showers or flushing toilets.
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Every camper needs these things.
Two breakfasts (for Saturday and Sunday mornings), one lunch, plenty of snacks and drinks. (Water provided. Food ideas below.)
Headlamp or flashlight—cheap is fine!
Folding, lightweight camp chair
Sleeping bag
Pad to go under your sleeping bag. Yoga mats work, too.
Water bottle. We’ll have water tanks for refills.
Travel coffee cup and coffee/tea supplies: something to boil water, instant coffee, creamer packets, etc.
Earplugs (definitely will help you sleep better)
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These are things not everyone needs to bring individually. Plan for who’s bringing what in your pre-camp meeting with your Campsite Host.
Tents with rain flys, even if no rain predicted.
Plastic tarp/sheet to put under tent, even if no rain predicted. (Cheap is fine!)
Lighter and fire-starters
Trash bags
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Anything that needs constant electricity isn’t going to thrive out here. (Exception: nursing moms. We’ve got a hookup for breast pumps in the Pump House.)
Cell service is limited, so most women end up leaving their phones in the car or barely touching them all weekend anyway.
Also: no firearms. Just camp chairs, snacks, late-night conversations, and aggressively supportive women.
FOOD DETAIL
We’ll provide lunch on Saturday. Everything else is up to you and your campsite crew. Think simple camp food, snacks for late nights around the fire, and easy meals you don’t mind making outside. Most women keep it pretty low maintenance out here. If you have food allergies or dietary restrictions, plan ahead and bring what you need. Refrigeration is limited, so shelf-stable food is usually the move. And yes, snacks matter more than you think.
CAMPING 101
Moisture is the enemy: What gets wet usually stays wet. Layers help. Wool is magic. Cotton… less so.
Good shoes matter: Wear comfortable, water proof closed-toe shoes you don’t mind wearing through dirt, grass, mud, and hills.
Stake your tent down: Even if the weather looks perfect. Just trust us on this one.
Use the rainfly: Again, even if it doesn’t look like rain.
Keep our tent zipped shut: Unless you’re actively going in or out. Bugs and critters also enjoy camping.
Find the flattest ground for your tent: Nothing ruins a night faster than slowly sliding downhill in your sleeping bag.
Know where you headlamp is before dark: Future you will be grateful.
Earplugs are a solid move: Some campsites go to bed early. Some absolutely do not.
Fold your chairs up before bed: Morning dew is real. So are unexpected rain showers.