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What should you pack?

Chicago Great Migration

Packing List

Always dress in layers and bring a jacket. It is often much cooler and windier by the lake than you expect, or feels colder than you think based on the temperature alone. The weather is expected to be 35-45 degrees and windy.

Friday: Your choice (on the train overnight, bring layers the train can be cold)

Saturday: School Uniform (khaki and blue polo)

Sunday: Great Migration Shirt (over a sweatshirt or thermal) and Jeans

Monday/Tuesday: Your choice (on the train overnight, bring layers the train can be cold)

List for small bag (Small Purse/Book bag):

• Photo ID (if you have one)
• Phone/Phone charger
• Book/magazines
• Headphones
• Camera
• Snacks
• Reusable water bottle
• Sunglasses
• Small pillow or small blanket (for the train)
• Umbrella and/or rain coat
• Spending money/gift card (students will need this for souvenirs or additional things not already covered in the trip)
• Class Materials
• Great Migration folder
• Pens/Pencils
• Notebook/paper

List for Suitcase:

• Walking shoes (2 pairs) - We will be walking A LOT!
• Blue school uniform polo
• Great Migration shirt
• Sweater/sweatshirt x 2
• Thermal shirt
• Khaki pants
• Jeans (1-2 pair)
• Winter coat
• Hat, Gloves, Scarf
• Bathing suit (the hotel will have a pool)
• Pajamas
• Socks & underwear (one pair per day)
• Toiletries
• Toothbrush
• Toothpaste/floss
• Comb/brush
• Shampoo, soap
• Glasses/contacts/contact solution
• Deodorant
• Medication/inhalers (please tell us)

 

Remember: Whatever you bring you are responsible for. This means you will have to carry your own luggage and protect your own belongings.  Do not over pack!