We can’t believe summer is already here and we are so excited that your family has chosen NESS for your ocean adventure education activities!

Here is a list of all the essentials your camper will need for their week with NESS!

Paperwork and Medications

• Students and their parents/guardians must provide a Health Exam Form no less than one week prior to the start of program
• Any student who brings medication such as an Epi-Pen or inhaler, must also provide the completed NESS Authorization for Administration of Medicine form
• Please let us know if your child has any special needs or is anxious for program
• These forms can be found in our Parent Guide

Gear:

NESS provides all gear needed for class (except for footwear and clothing), but a personal life jacket, wetsuit, and snorkel are encouraged for comfort and best fit

What to Bring

• Bathing Suit
• Closed-toed water shoes
• Sunscreen (please apply before arriving)
• USCG Type III Life Jacket
• Reusable water bottle
• Sunglasses
• Hat
• Towel
• Dry shoes and change of clothes
• Sailing students only: pea-less safety whistle
• Little Aquanauts & Bay Bounders only: pack a peanut-free snack
• For campers with a morning and afternoon session: please pack a lunch or you may order lunch through Indulge Coffee Shop at least 24 hours in advance

What Not to Bring

• No jeans
• No pants or shorts with rivets
• No cotton clothing
• No valuables
• No electronic devices
• No open toed shoes

What About Weather?

• Camp is held rain, shine, wind, or no wind!
• We will limit on-the-water activity, if we deem it unsafe, and will have indoor level-appropriate activities planned
• Weather will dictate how much time outdoors each class will have
• Sometimes we will take students out in the rain, so please dress according to the weather forecast

Drop Off & Pick Up

• Camp begins promptly at 9 AM and 1 PM! Please arrive before 9:20 at the latest
• Please drop off campers curbside between 72 & 70 Water Street
• You must sign your child in and out of camp each day, unless you have given permission for them to sign themselves out
• Bring Photo ID
• Parking is available on the street or in the three public parking lots in the Borough
  • Town Dock
  • Wayland’s Wharf
  • duBois Beach
• Please drop off campers on time and be sure they have everything they need for class each day
• Late pick-ups will be charged accordingly

For more questions, please read our Parent Guide or call the office at 860-535-9362.