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Student Packing List

PROHIBITED ITEMS!

The following items are prohibited at Encampment. Any students found to be in possession of these items will have them confiscated.
● Alcohol
● Spray Deodorant
● Tobacco / vape products
● Drugs or weapons of any kind.
● Any kind of pornography or explicit content.
● All Electronic / Digital Devices
● Snacks and drinks - NO FOOD ITEMS ARE ALLOWED IN THE BARRACKS AT ANYTIME 

REQUIRED ITEMS

The following items are required of every student during the Encampment. All items should fit into a single bag / suitcase. A separate garment bag for Class B uniform is authorized.

Current CAP membership card
Adequate supply of prescribed medication (if applicable), properly labeled in original containers (over-the-counter medications and supplements must have a prescription) In a clear, plastic bag
Maryland Medical Forms for cadets bringing medicationMUST BE SIGNED BY PHYSICIAN
Copy of complete CAPF 161

Cold Weather Gear

(1) ABU Fleece or Gore-Tex and liner with applicable nametape, CAP tape, and grade (Every attempt should be made to bring CAP approved cold weather gear, but it’s more important to have a weather appropriate cover that will fit over the ABU Blouse)
(1) heavier coat or jacket that can fit over ABUs if the weather looks like it will be colder - optional
(1-2) pairs of gloves or mittens - black, grey, or sage green preferred (other colors are acceptable, but every attempt should be made to conform to the defined colors)

Airman Battle Uniform (ABUs) – Cadets will report in ABUs

(1) ABU blouse, nametape, CAP tape, and wing patch sewn on
(3) TAN crew-neck t-shirts
(1) ABU pants
(1) ABU belt
(1) ABU cap
(1) pair black boots
(3) pairs of boot socks, BLACK. Wool socks recommended due to the cold.
❑ Long underwear / base-layers are authorized, but should not be visible under the ABU

Class B (blues) Uniform (required for barracks inspections in January, to be worn later)

(1) short-sleeve blue uniform shirt with 2 grade insignia (insignia may be switched from ABU to the blue uniform shirt, separate grade insignia is not necessary) 
(1) nameplate, blue, three line
(1) complete ribbon rack with ribbons applied in the correct order
(1) pair blue uniform trousers or slacks. FEMALE CADETS MAY NOT WEAR SKIRTS, FOR THE SAKE OF UNIFORMITY.
(1) blue belt with silver buckle and tip
(1) undershirt, white, v-neck (crew neck is also acceptable, but not preferred)
(1) blue flight cap with CAP enlisted device.
(1) pair black low-quarter leather uniform shoes
(1) pair of black dress socks
(1) set of shirt stays (also known as shirt garters) – Optional but highly recommended

Physical Training Uniform (note: the flexibility of the PT uniform should not be taken as an opportunity to stretch the uniform requirements. Excessively revealing, colorful, tight, short, etc. clothing is unacceptable and is strictly prohibited.)

(1) pair of sweatpants, black (may have some colored piping or brand symbols but should be predominantly black). A 2nd pair is highly recommended, but not required.
(1-2) pairs of shorts, black (no short shorts, your shorts may have some colored piping or brand symbols but should be predominantly black)
(3) pairs of athletic socks- white, grey, or black
(1) pair of athletic/running shoes (must be able to wear socks)
(2-3) tan shirts 
(1) hooded sweatshirt (dark blue or black, minimal logos or CAP-related logos accepted)

Other clothing and personal items

(3) pairs of underwear
(2) bras (females - any combination of bras/sports bras as needed)
(1) shoeshine kit (black polish, brush, and shine cloth)
❑ Extra undergarments are authorized

Bedding items

OPTIONAL - (1) extra blanket for twin sized bed if desired (blankets will be provided and if an extra blanket is brought, it must be a solid color, and put away when not being used)

Bathing and hygiene items (bring a 3-day supply)

(1) toothbrush with toothpaste
(1) bottle of shampoo/conditioner
(1) comb or brush (as needed)
(1) deodorant / antiperspirant (REQUIRED; Must be a light fragrance or unscented, and must be used)
(1) pair of shower shoes, flip-flops or crocs (all rubber) for the shower

(1) bar of soap in plastic container, or bottle of body wash
(1) bath towel
(1) small face / hand towel
(1) wash cloth or shower poof/scrubby
Males: personal shaving items (razors, cream)
Females: gel / hairspray / hairnet / pins (whatever used to put your hair up daily)
Females: feminine hygiene products (recommended even if you do not expect to need them)

Miscellaneous items

(1) small working flashlight (red or white light, with extra batteries)
(3-4) heavy weight hangers
(1) lip balm
(1) poncho, either military or civilian style (olive green, clear, orange or camouflage) - need not be expensive 
❑ Writing Material (Small notebook, pens/pencil) – preferably ABU pocket size

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