Suggested Packing List for Communities

Because of the wide variety of climates in the various countries, it is impossible to provide a "universal" packing list. The following list includes most of the basics found useful in the past, and is meant to serve only as a guide. When you receive your country assignment and Volunteer Country Materials, you will receive a more specific list of what to bring.

CLOTHING:

WOMEN: MEN:

T-shirt (2-3) T-shirts (2-3)

light-weight pants or jeans (2) lightweight pants or jeans (2)

nice walking-shorts (2-3) nice walking-shorts (2-3)

knee-length skirt (1) dress pants, shirt and shoes (1 outfit)

slip (1) boots or sturdy work shoes (1 pair)

simple party dress (1) socks (3 pair)

dress shoes (1 pair) shower thongs

boots or sturdy work shoes (1 pair) underwear

shower thongs sweater or sweatshirt (1-2)

underwear and bras tennis shoes (1 pair)

socks (3 pair) pajamas/sweats to sleep in (1-2 sets)

raincoat or poncho raincoat or poncho

pajamas/sweats to sleep in (1-2 sets) bathing suit (conservative; no cut-offs)

bathing suit (conservative; 1-piece)

sweater or sweatshirt (1-2)

tennis shoes (1 pair)

EQUIPMENT, WORK SUPPLIES, ETC.

Swiss army knife plastic 2-qt. water container

insect repellent (one with DEET) colored markers, crayons, chalk

notebook, paper, pens, folders toiletries (shampoo, soap, TP, etc.)

folding cot sleeping bag and 2 sheets

duffel bags (2) Ziploc plastic bags, trash bags

mosquito netting to cover a bed daily journal or diary

tape measure, scissors, string duct tape

flashlight and batteries safety pins, travel sewing kit

sierra cup or plastic cup clothesline/rope'

water purification tablets towels, washcloths

money belt/fanny pack airmail stationery

backpack camera, flash, film

matches or lighter mirror

language dictionary AMIGOS Handbook

sunscreen books (paperbacks)

winding alarm clock first aid kit (small)

work gloves

Remember: Do not pack more than you can carry!