• Bed Linens, Towels & Pillows are provided in Initiator & Staff Housing

• Bring your own pillow (optional)

• Bring extra Towels/Washcloths (optional)

• Usual toiletry items including soap, shampoo, toothbrush, toothpaste, hand sanitizer, etc.

• Two plain white t-shirts (no words or designs on them)

• One plain black t-shirt (no words or designs on them)

• Additional casual clothing as needed for the week

• Jacket

• Rain gear

• Hat (important for sun protection)

• Swimsuit

• Durable shoes appropriate for hiking and walking

• Journal/notebook with a pen or pencil

• Water bottle or Water Bladder

• Flashlight

• Day pack

• Garbage bag or other water repellent bag to protect items within day pack

• Sunscreen

• Insect repellant

• Tweezers (to remove ticks)

• Wrist watch (You are asked not to use your cell phone to determine time)

• Any drum (or percussion instrument) you care to bring. If you have an extra drum, label it and bring it for someone else to use. Other rhythm instruments are encouraged too.

• Personal symbol(s) that represent any of the following:
  — where you are on your journey now
  — what work you need to do now

Note: We have found it helpful to many men to have these personal symbols on hand for their own use. They will not need to be exhibited or shared.