Prevent High Altitude Sickness

In previous years we have had several campers and volunteers develop high altitude symptoms. They had severe headaches, nausea and extreme fatigue. Please take some precautions so you will feel “up to par”. Remember to do the following:

Start drinking a lot of water about 5 days before you depart.
Take as many naps as possible the week prior to your departure.
If you have a tendency to get car sick, air sick, or just a dull headache when you travel, Bonine, 25mg, is excellent. It can be bought over the counter and it is chewable. The effects of one tablet last for 24 hours and there are relatively no side effects. (For best results, you need to chew it before your symptoms occur.)
Also, if you have a tendency to get high altitude headaches, you may wish to get a prescription of Diamox, 250mg. from your physician and take one in the morning and one in the evening for 3 days before you leave on your trip and 2 days after you arrive. (This is optional)
Always wear sunglasses, sunscreen and a cap whenever you are outside.

Continue to drink plenty of water while you are at camp. WE WILL BE CARRYING BOTTLES OF WATER WITH US EVERYWHERE.

What to bring:

Clothing for 4 days (plus some 'extras') - sweats, jeans, tee-shirts, shorts, etc. (camp tee-shirt from previous years if you wish)
Jacket or sweater for the nights - it may drop into the 30's at night
Western outfit for the barn dance - optional
Socks & underwear
Sleepwear - robe & house shoes are optional
Alarm clock - optional, most rooms have one, plus, we will knock on your door
Comfortable shoes - 2 pair if possible - rubber soles are best for this terrain
Grooming articles - comb, brush, toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, soap, make-up, razor, shaving cream, shampoo, hair dryer, etc)
Sunscreen - you're closer to the sun up here (we will also have some available in the first-aid kit
Chap stick and body lotion - it's very dry up here
Mentholatum or Vicks Vapor Rub - nasal passages get really dry
Sunglasses and cap, if desired
Rainwear - a must
Medications in labeled bottles - medication list should be included on Medical Information Sheet - don't pack meds for noon Sunday if you are flying
Camera & film, optional
Flashlight
Assistive devices (no electric WC's please) - urinal, catheters if appropriate
Fanny pack - optional but nice to have for chap stick, glasses, money, etc.
Spending money for shopping spree
Magazines, cards, books for free time - no need to bring a radio as reception is very poor
Dirty clothes bag - optional
Towel - linens are furnished, but one never has enough towels when traveling
TUMS - they will help cure a high altitude headache should you get one

If you are flying, please pack everything in ONE bag!

Please remember, there are prohibited items for Carry-On:

Box cutters
Tools longer than 7"
Gel candles
Gel shoe inserts
Guns
Knives
Scissors longer than 4"

For a detailed list and rules, you can go to the Transportation Security Administration website - click here TSA.

The prohibited items are here.

All Liquids and gels which you carry on must be travel size, 3 ounces or less. They must fit comfortably in ONE quart-size, clear plastic, zip-top bag.

You may bring prescription liquid medications, baby formula and diabetic glucose treatments in excess of 3 ounces if these items are declared to Transportation Security Officers at the security checkpoint.