Hello from the Student Life Staff at Conserve School! We are looking forward to your arrival, as you prepare to pack for your semester here, we thought it would be helpful to provide you with some packing suggestions and guidelines. The average temperature can be 80° to ‐10° for the Fall Semesters and can be ‐20° to 80° for the Spring Semesters We have lots of storage, so we recommend you store your totes, boxes, and luggage here in your Conserve School house for packing to return home at the end of the semester. 






We dress casually for school days You will have access to laundry facilities at no cost in your house here on campus, you will be able to do laundry as often as you like. It is helpful to put your name on your belongings Most of you will have the opportunity to “swap out” warm weather clothes for cold weather clothes during family weekend or during breaks, so you don’t need to bring it all with you in the beginning. Everything is required unless noted Optional If you have any questions about what or what not to bring, please feel free to call 715‐547‐1335 or email us at [email protected] Some suggested sites to purchase clothing and gear: www.BackCountryGear.com
www.steepandcheap.com
www.SierraTradingPost.com
www.amazon.com
www.campmor.com
www.rei.com
www.mountaingear.com
www.reioutlet.com
Everyday Clothing Pants For everyday wear. Casual is fine‐jeans, corduroy, etc. 1‐2 pairs of synthetic quick dry pants are also recommended for outdoor activities See Example Here Shorts For everyday wear. Casual is fine, or athletic (must be of appropriate length) Shirts A variety of long and short sleeve shirts‐ both lightweight and heavyweight Sweatshirt or Pullover Fleece Underwear Pajamas Socks Bathing Suit Aquatic activities, female swimwear must be one‐piece swimwear, or a tankini (a two piece suit with a longer top that meets the top of the bottoms) or a rash guard or t‐shirt can be worn to cover a two piece suit. Male swimwear must be a modest type of swim trunks and a t‐shirt or rash guard to cover their chest. Nice Outfit For special occasions like guest speakers, special dinners, and the Semester Celebration Footwear Hiking Boots 1 pair‐ boots should be broken in prior to arrival to avoid blisters on hiking trips. Boots may be leather, but should be sturdy with firm high‐top ankle support and rubber soled. See Example Here Snow Boots 1 pair‐ boots should be lace up with a substantial rubber sole, rated for ‐20° See Example Here Sneakers Don’t need to be waterproof, but should be comfortable, suitable for running and exercise, and durable with a non‐marking rubber sole Water Shoes Must be sturdy, with closed toe and a heel strap See Example Here Flip Flops & Slippers Optional Outdoor and Adventure Clothing Winter Coat 1 parka with Down or Synthetic insulation rating of at least ‐20° Waterproof Rain Jacket and Rain Pants Rain jacket must have a hood. No Ponchos. Rain pants provide protection from wind, rain and snow and can also double as an extra warm layer. See Example Here Heavy Fleece Top or Jacket Should be made of synthetic material such as Polyester. Heavy wool sweaters are also acceptable. Heavy Fleece Pants Optional for casual wear at home or on trail and under rain pants on cold, wet days Long Underwear Tops/Bottoms Long sleeve synthetic tops (for layering) and short sleeve tops (for hiking) It is important for the comfort and safety of our students that these pieces of clothing are NOT cotton. Please look for synthetic materials such as Polypropylene, Polyester or Capilene, which wicks water and moisture from the body, are fast‐drying, and retain their insulating properties, all of which are essential characteristics for being active in the outdoors in all seasons. Heavy Socks 3 pairs‐ should be wool, recommend Smart wool, merino wool or Wigwam. Winter Hat, Gloves/Mittens and Neck Warmer Hats and glover/mittens should be insulated and warm, preferably with a fleece lining and waterproof outer layer. Gaiter or Balaclava are recommended as well. Outdoor and Adventure Gear Daypack Regular sized backpack with two shoulder straps and enough room to carry multiple layers of clothing, snacks, water and supplies for the day Backpacking Pack Optional‐if you have a favorite at home that fits, bring it, otherwise we will provide one for you to use. Must have sturdy internal or external frame, 55‐80 L capacity Sleeping Bag Optional‐ must be lightweight and compact backpacking style sleeping bag. Synthetic polyester/nylon or down. Synthetic remains warm when wet so is recommended. Bulky cotton sleeping bags are NOT acceptable. Sleeping bags should fit into a stuff sack and should be rated for 10 degrees Fahrenheit or below. Water Bottles Two‐ 2‐liter Nalgene, or a different brand with a wide mouth and at least 32oz capacity Bug Head Nets Optional Compass http://store.silvacompass.com/baseplate‐polaris‐177 Whistle See Example Here Work Gloves 2 pairs leather palmed, with a knit cuff See Example Here Dry Bag for Paddling Trips Optional Toe and Hand Warmers Optional‐ will be provided for Solos/Exploration if needed Headlamp Small and lightweight. Please bring rechargeable batteries. Sunscreen, Chap stick, Insect Repellent Optional‐ should have SPF of 15 or higher. Non Aerosol sprays only! Sunglasses and Sun Hat Optional‐ UV Protection baseball or other wide brimmed hat recommended Bicycle Optional‐ Conserve School has a limited supply of bicycles for students to check out (closed toe shoes with a heel strap must be worn when biking) Bicycle Helmet Mandatory when riding bicycle‐ Conserve school has a limited supply for students to check out Cross Country Skis, Downhill Skis, or Snowboard Optional‐ School has limited pairs of cross country skis available for check out. Weather permitting we offer Down Hill Ski trips, you can bring your own equipment or rent it at the hill (helmets required for downhill skiing or snowboarding) Ice Skates and Snow Shoes Optional‐ Conserve School has a limited supply for students to check out Fishing Gear Optional‐ Conserve School has limited supply for students to check out Bow and Arrows Optional‐ practice tips only, no hunting tips or broad heads. If you bring a bow, it can only be used at the OUTDOOR archery range and must be given to a staff member to be locked in the Archery Shed. Living Supplies Please note that we offer regular trips to nearby towns to replenish supplies of expendables such as toothpaste, deodorant, laundry supplies, snacks, and personal hygiene items etc. Sheets XL Twin Pillow and Pillow Case Blankets/Comforter Towels/Washcloths Rugs Optional‐ for bathroom & bedroom floor, also a bathmat Fan Optional Desk Lamp Optional Alarm Clock Clothes Hangers Optional Cell Phone and Charger Personal Hygiene Items Toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo, deodorant, soap, feminine hygiene products etc. No Aerosol Sprays Please Laundry Supplies Laundry Soap, fabric softener (Phosphate Free or “Green” products) Miscellaneous Personal Items Books Optional for pleasure reading Digital Camera Optional *Required for all students enrolled in Nature Photography. Class requires a
digital camera with the potential for "manual settings." A DSLR camera is preferred but a
good "point and shoot" compact variety is acceptable as long as it has a manual
settings mode in which the user can manually change such things as shutter speed,
aperture, and ISO. Click here to view top point and shoot cameras In addition a memory
card (min of 4g) extra battery and battery charger will be needed.
Art Supplies Optional‐colored pencils, markers, glue, tape, ruler, scissors, watercolors, etc. Required for all students enrolled in Drawn to Nature art class,
1quart Ziploc Bag of Soil from home (preferably from your yard, soil may not be
store bought) Stationery, Stamps and Envelopes Stamps are for sale in the Student Store or in the Student Life office
Spending Money Parents are encouraged to put money into an “account” in the business office that the
students can draw from when they need cash. There is also a locked drawer provided in
each student’s room to keep money and valuables in.
Wrist Watch or other non‐cellular time piece Required for Solo Camping
Musical Instrument Optional
School Supplies Please note that Conserve School will provide you with a daily planner
Notebooks & Notebook Paper Pens, Pencils & Highlighters Folders Graphing Calculator If you are currently using a graphing calculator, you may bring one. TI‐83plus or TI‐84 Medical Supplies Prescriptions All prescription medications must be “bubble or blister packed” by a pharmacy. Your pharmacy may offer this service or you may contact the Land O Lakes Pharmacy for more information at 715‐547‐3788. If you have any questions please call the Student Life Office at 715‐547‐1335 Epi Pen or Inhaler Please bring an extra one, so we can have one in the health center or your house on campus and you can carry one with you Over the Counter Medications (OTC) and Vitamins We provide basic over the counter meds for as needed use, such as ibuprofen, Tylenol, allergy medication, cold and cough, etc. If you take a daily OTC medications or supplements, please leave them in the original container, bring them with you when you check into the health center on move in day . Contact Lenses or Glasses As needed‐ if you wear contacts or glasses, it is recommended that you bring a prescription or a spare pair for back up if needed. Also please bring contact solutions as needed Medical Emergency Bracelet As needed Students are not permitted to use, or have in their possession, while enrolled at Conserve School, any item that could cause a major school rule violation or have a disruptive or negative impact on the community, and/or any items from the following lists:
Prohibited Recreational Equipment Games involving gambling or inappropriate games like Card Against Humanity In line skates Personal watercrafts Scooters/Skateboards Prohibited Flammables Any flammable agents Candles/ Lighters/ Matches Fireworks Printers/Scanners Projector/ Screen Other Prohibited Items Pets Prohibited Tools Poster Putty (painters tape and push pins allowed to hang items in room) Knives/Multi‐purpose tools Unrated Movies or Movies rated R or NC17 Lock Picking Tools Weapons of any kind Prohibited Electronics Amplifier Air Conditioner Computer Monitor/Computer (including tablets, iPad, Nook or Kindle) DVD Player Electric Blankets Extension Cords Gaming Consoles (Xbox, Wii, PS etc.) Halogen Lamps Iron Open Coil Heating Units/Space heaters Pizza Oven/ Microwave Oven Television Small Appliances (toaster, blender, hot plate, hot pot, coffee maker etc.)