PATHWAYS TO POLITICS
Women Making a Difference!

From the Garden State to D.C., forty-one girls explored the powerful roles of women in politics, leadership, and community activism—past and present.

 ABOUT: PERSONAL EQUIPMENT LIST

• 8 T-Shirts (2 Should Be Girl Scouts Shirts from Your Council)

• 4-5 Pairs of Shorts

• 2 Pairs of Jeans or Slacks

• Underwear (for 14 Days)

• 14 Pairs of Socks (Not an Option)

• 2 Pairs of Pajamas

• Robe (Optional)

• Comfortable Footwear

  • Preferably Sneakers

• Bath Thongs (for Shower)

• 1 Sweatshirt/Light Weight Jacket

• 1 Raincoat/Poncho

• Toiletries (Toothpaste & Toothbrush, Deodorant, Comb/Brush, Etc.)

• Personal Hygiene Items (Sanitary Supplies, Soap, Shampoo, Contact Lens Solutions, Etc.)

• Sun Block

• Sun Glasses

• Hat

• Fanny Pack or Pocketbook (To Carry Your Money, Camera, Glasses, Etc.)

• Swaps (40 Girls, 4 Fulltime Staff...But There Will Be Other People Working With You!)

• Wristwatch (This is a Must!)

• Alarm Clock (Optional)

• Letter Writing Supplies (Stationary, Pens, Addresses, Stamps)

• Journal or Diary (Optional)

• Camera, Batteries, and Film (Optional)

  • Mark Your Camera With Your Name

  • You Should Bring Your Camera and Film with You in Your Carry On, Not in Your Suitcase

• Spending Money and/or Travelers Checks ($100-$150 Suggested)

• $25 In an Envelope for Your Return Trip (Not an Option)

• 1 Extra Zippered Bag/Duffle (Approximately 15'' x 24'') to Take Home Souvenirs/Purchases

• Swimsuit

• A Phone Card

• Anything You Need to Relax and Enhance Your Experience

Do Not Bring:

• Cigarettes or Tobacco Products

• Alcohol

• Valuable Possessions such as Good Jewelry

• Electronic Games

• Pagers

Please pack your belonging carefully in no more than 2 suitcases and your carry on.