Packing List

Things to pack for 4-H@UMaine:

  • Water bottle!
  • Sneakers, tennis shoes, or other closed-toe footwear
  • Small bag or backpack for carrying water bottle, folder, swimming gear, etc.
  • Swimsuit and plastic bag for wet swimsuits/towels
  • Towel for swimming (towel from dorm cannot be taken to the pool, must bring own)
  • Socks / Undergarments
  • Tooth brush
  • Toothpaste
  • Shampoo/conditioner
  • Soap
  • Deodorant
  • Shaving products
  • Hair products
  • Hairdryer (if needed)
  • Medication
  • Sleepwear
  • Shower Flip Flops
  • Slacks or Jeans
  • Tee Shirts
  • Sweatshirt
  • Camera (optional)
  • Umbrella or poncho
  • Light Weight Coat
  • Alarm Clock/Watch
  • Sunscreen
  • DORMS PROVIDE SHEETS, BLANKETS, PILLOWS, AND A TOWEL FOR THE SHOWER
  • Extra money NOT needed; all food, etc., is provided

Important Information

  • Shorts, skirts, and dresses must be a respectable length. Respectable length defined as: Being as long as or longer than the tips of the individual’s fingers when arms are fully extended at their side.
  • Tube top/strapless shirts will not be allowed during the 4-H@UMaine program.
  • Spaghetti strap clothing will not be allowed during the 4-H@UMaine program.
  • Tank-Top/Sleeveless shirts must have straps wider than two fingers.
  • Cropped shirts and extreme low-rise pants are not allowed.
  • Ripped clothing, cut-off shorts, T-shirts with offensive slogans or messages that are in bad taste, muscle shirts, and similar items are not allowed.
  • Shoes and shirts must be worn at all times.
  • Please keep all clothing in good taste. No pajamas will be worn outside of the dorm.

Suggested Dress Guidelines

  • Casual
  • Clothes that may get wet and dirty; must follow the above requirements
  • Shorts of respectable length, jeans, T-shirts, and appropriate shirt