Thursday, May 22, 2008

Packing List!

Here's my packing list...will likely change (read: shrink...) when I evaluate just how much will actually fit into my backpack/duffle :)....... Thanks to all of the current/future/returned volunteers who've helped me create this list by sharing their lists and suggestions!!


Toiletries

Eyemask
Earplug
Nail Stuff (File, Polish, Remover)
Tweezer
Nail Clippers (2)
Hair Brush
Q-Tips
Body Spray
Lotion
Body Wipes
Hair Clips
Hair Bands
Bobby Pins
Face Lotion w/ SPF (2)
Hand Sanitizer
Deodorant (3)

Body Wash
Shampoo
Conditioner
Travel Toiletries for Philly
Kleenex
Foot Powder
Toothbrush (2)
Toothpaste

Face Wash (2)
Dental Floss
Sunscreen
Razor
Razor Blades
Tampons
Pads
Panty Liners
Hair Gel/Product
Bar Soap
Medicine
Make Up
Insect Repellent (Spray and Wipes)
Wash Cloth and Hand Towel
Chapstick

Electronics

Shortwave Radio
French Correction Software (maybe also SysTran)
Ipod
Ipod Speakers
Flashlight (2 – 1 Maglite)
Adapter/Converter Set
Cell Phone and Charger (taking my Egyptian phone)
Headlamp
Travel Alarm Clock
Extra Memory Card for Digital Camera
Digital Camera

Battery Recharger
Rechargeable Batteries (Duracell NiMH/NiCD)
Batteries
Reliable Watch
USB Flashdrives (2)
Dell Laptop
Dell Laptop AC Adapter
Computer Sleeve
LAN Card/Wires
DVDs
Solio Solar Charger

Miscellaneous

Umbrella (2)
Sunglasses and Cases (2)
Sunglass Cord
Moneybelt
Cards (2 decks)
UNO
Sodoku
Mosquito Repellant Coils
Mosquito Repellant Candles
Sleeping Bag
Duct Tape
Luggage Locks
Stain Remover (Pen and Stick)
Nalgene
Sewing Kit
Superabsorbent Towel (2)
Mirror
Scissors
Extra Fold Up Duffle Bag
Passport Photos (12)

U.S. Stamps
Stationary/Greeting Cards
Writing Utensils
Art Supplies
Books
Project Books/Articles
French Dictionary
Map of Africa/Cameroon/U.S./World
Photo Album with Pictures
PC Paperwork and Organizing Folders
Loan Paperwork
Journal
Address Book
Decorations
Receipts for Electronics
Cash
Compressible Pillow?

Clothing

Rain Poncho
Rain Jacket
Bathing Suit
Hats
Bandannas
Durable Jacket
Fleece/Sweatshirt
Linen Pants
Athletic Shorts
Button Up Shirts/Blouses
Dark Cotton T-Shirts
Underwear
Bras
Sports Bras
Socks
Shorts (1)
Tanktops (2)
Jeans (1)
Bike Gloves
Dress Pants
Long Skirts
Below-Knee Skirts
Belts (2)
Capri Pants
PJ/Lounge Pants
Khakis
Sleepwear
Slips
Paschmina (2)
Jewelry

Kitchen

Ziploc Bags
Plastic Containers
Measuring Spoons
Measuring Cups
Can Opener
Potato Peeler
Kitchen Knife
Knife Sharpener
Swiss Army Knife
Recipes
Packaged Mixes (e.g. sauces, soups, salad dressing, drinks - lemonade)
Spices (chili, curry, cinnamon, nutmeg, oregano, cayenne pepper, rosemary, thyme)
Maple Syrup
Parmesan Cheese
Vegetable Seeds
Snack Food Ideas (Clif Bars, PB, Granola Bars, Dried Fruit, Nuts (Almonds, Pistachios), Gum, Ramen Noodles, Candy, Beef Jerky, Cheez-Its, Chocolate Chip Cookie Mix/Chocolate Chips)

Shoes

Running Shoes
Hiking Boots
Dress Shoes
Black Work Sandals (Chacos)
Brown Work Sandals (Tevas)
Casual Sandals (Tevas)
Flip Flops (2)

Gifts for Host Family

Crayons
Magnetic Maps of US
Perfume Men and Women
Pencils/Pens

Michigan Stuff
CDs
Hot Sauce

1 comment:

Lindsay Miesko said...

Don't bring dental floss, sunscreen, medicine, or any of that. PC medical will provide you with all of that in country whenever you need it. They also will provide tampons and Chap Stick, so unless you have a certain brand that you love, you don't need to bring that either. Good luck!