Early Childhood Program Supply List
We will be outdoors! Below, please find clothing guidelines from our outdoor consultants at Wildrock Nature Center. We recognize the adage, “There is no bad weather, just bad gear.”
All children will need suitable rain and winter gear for school.
Supply Lists
Twos
- A full-sized backpack (large enough to fit boots, rain suits, and an extra change of clothing)
- 2 full seasonal changes of clothes, including underpants and socks (in a labeled ziplock bag)*
- A raincoat with a hood, and separate rain pants
- Comfortable rain boots with no skid soles*
- A sun hat or baseball cap*
- Labeled water bottle (no glass)
- Athletic-type shoes/sneakers without laces
- Labeled lunch box if your child is staying past noon
- Small blanket or sleeping bag if your child is staying for after-school programs
- For children not yet toilet-trained or just beginning the process: Diapers or pull-ups, and baby wipes. Please do not bring any diaper creams or ointments, as we are not allowed to administer these under our licensing regulations.
Pre-School and Junior Kindergarten
- Small blanket or sleeping bag if your child is staying for after-school programs
- Comfortable rain boots with no skid soles
- Rain gear, including rain pants and a separate rain jacket
- Hat (sun hat or baseball cap)
- Labeled water bottle (No glass)
- Full-size backpack (large enough to hold boots, extra clothes, lunchbox, student work, etc.)
- Outdoor cushion for cottages for winter (suggestions below)
- Labeled lunch box if your child is staying past noon
- 2 sets of spare seasonal clothing in two labeled ziplock bags, one set for the cottages and one set for indoors:
- Weather-appropriate top and bottoms
- 1 pair of extra shoes
- 2 pairs of underpants
- 2 pairs of socks
Outdoor Clothing Suggestions
Fall and Spring
- Long pants (to protect from nettles and ticks).
- Permethrin is a safe tick repellent that can be applied to clothing.
- Long-sleeve shirts, temperature permitting. Look for brands that protect from heat and sun. Short sleeves may be necessary on hot days.
- Waterproof, slip-on trail shoes with trail use soles.
- Light coats, puffy vests, or sweatshirts for varying temperatures of the day.
- A knit hat that covers the ears.
- Rain gear: Separate rain pants and rain jacket. Suggested brands include: Helly-Hansen, Frog Toggs, or Hatley. We do not recommend LL Bean.
- Sturdy boots with removable insoles for added warmth. Even in the spring, if feet are wet, they may get cold.
winter
- Warm woolen or synthetic tops and bottoms for a base layer.
- Insulated snow pants or bibs as an outer layer.
- Warm socks. Smartwool is a good, comfortable brand.
- Balaclava or knit hat and neck gaiter. Scarves can pose a risk.
- A down jacket for cold winter weather.
- Warm, waterproof, cuff mittens — NO GLOVES!
- Boots rated for cold weather.
- Outdoor Kneeling Pad (HappyPicnic® Gardening Kneeler Pad, Rugged Rhino, or any non-absorbent kneeling pad).
Updated June 1, 2026